Glenn Powell talks about the new version of The Exile, which will be very different from the original film
Director Edgar Wright is making the film adaptation of Stephen King’s novel The Exile, starring Glenn Powell. This project promises to be a big production, and Powell shared that it will be very different from the first film.
A new view
Powell explained that while he loved the 1987 film, it was a very different story than King wrote, so he was pleased that Wright’s version was more faithful to the source material.
Wright, for his part, has previously spoken about his vision for the film and his desire to make an actual adaptation of the book. “I think these days when you do well-made remakes, it’s because there’s something else to add or there’s a different approach,” Wright said.
Wright criticized the recent trend of remakes that simply repeat the original film without adding anything new. “I’m not too happy about them because they sound like early karaoke recordings.”
The importance of faithful adaptation
Wright went on to cite examples of successful remakes such as Philip Kaufman’s Alien Invasion, John Carpenter’s The Thing, and David Cronenberg’s The Fly. These directors took something existing and made something interesting.
“In terms of what I’m doing, Pursuit, in active development, I’m interested because I like the book more than the movie, and they haven’t really done the book,” Wright said.
While still a teenager and watching Schwarzenegger’s film, Wright noticed the difference in the novel. “When Simon Kinberg asked me if I was interested in Pursued, I told him that I always thought the book was crying out to be adapted.”
Future dystopia
The sequel is a dystopian story set in a future society where the government controls everything. The plot follows Ben Richards, a poor man who is desperate and takes part in a deadly game show called Hunt to earn money for his family.
Richards is being hunted by professional assassins as the game goes on for a month. As he wanders the decaying and dangerous cityscape, Richard becomes a symbol of resistance to the oppressive government.
Back to the roots
Wright and Powell emphasize the importance of going back to the roots of King’s novel in order to present a version that accurately captures the essence of the original story. “It’s not going to be easy, but it’s something we’re working on,” Wright said.
With Wright at the helm, fans can expect an adaptation that not only pays homage to King’s novel, but brings a new perspective to this classic tale of survival and resilience.
The hope of real adaptation
This version of Pursued promises to be an accurate and respectful adaptation of King’s work from fans of the 1987 book and filmmaker Edgar Wright. The true essence of King’s dystopian tale.
Powell’s casting in the role of Ben Richards has created high expectations. Known for his work in action films and dramas, Powell brings a strength that perfectly reflects the desperation and heroism of the main character.
Compared to other dystopian characters like Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games, Ben Richards represents a more visceral struggle against an oppressive system. While Katniss is a symbol of revolution, Richards represents individual resistance and self-sacrifice in a harsh environment.