Viewers first became acquainted with the isolated horrors of John Carpenter's The Thing when it was released in 1982, but the story upon which it is based had already been in publication for over 40 years. Initially printed in Astounding Science Fiction in 1938, John W. Campbell Jr.'s Who Goes There? served as the basis for Carpenter's classic horror film (as well as 1951's The Thing from Another World), and a novel-length version of Campbell's story was recently discovered, prompting a Kickstarter campaign for the publication of his classic story in its fullest edition, titled Frozen Hell.
Due out in early 2019 from Wildside Press, the publication of the hardcover and paperback editions of Frozen Hell can be supported on the book's official Kickstarter page. In addition to an expanded backstory, Frozen Hell will include an introduction by Robert Silverberg, a preview of John Gregory Betancourt's upcoming book sequel to The Thing story,...
Due out in early 2019 from Wildside Press, the publication of the hardcover and paperback editions of Frozen Hell can be supported on the book's official Kickstarter page. In addition to an expanded backstory, Frozen Hell will include an introduction by Robert Silverberg, a preview of John Gregory Betancourt's upcoming book sequel to The Thing story,...
- 11/27/2018
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
With the impending release of "Breaking Dawn, Pt. 1" and "Pt. 2" in the editing room, Melissa Rosenberg's duties on "The Twilight Saga" are now essentially completed. She's currently working on a number of new projects including a film adaptation of Pamela Sargent's Sci-Fi novel "Earthseed," a potential NBC series "Afterthought" and, most intriguing, Marvel Studios' "Aka Jessica Jones" which was first announced at Comic-Con this past summer. Catching up with Rosenberg, she says the series is very real and they are just waiting on a green light to shoot a pilot. "I wrote it kind of off season so it fell in between seasons," Rosenberg says. "So, we...
- 11/16/2011
- by Gregory Ellwood
- Hitfix
Today Glamour Magazine held a live Facebook chat with Twilight Saga screenwriter, Melissa Rosenberg. Melissa took a lot of time to answer several questions, mainly regarding different aspects of Breaking Dawn, her experiences in writing for the Saga and specific scenes. Enjoy the full transcript from questions Melissa answered below:
Melissa – I want to become a screenwriter, how did you get started and how competitive is it?
I started by taking many many classes in screenwirting, and reading screenplays, watching film and television and analyzing structure. I’m afraid it is Highly competitive, but Hollywood is always hungry for orginal well told stories.
What is your favorite quote/scene in the movie/and in the books?
I’d have to say the honeymoon scenes. very romantic and playful. lovely to see Edward and Bella having fun.
Thanks for bringing the adults more to the front. As a mom, I appreciate it.
Glad you like it! Breaking Dawn is actually a very adult tale. Our characters are dealing with very grown up issues. Hoping you like it as well.
Melissa what was your favorite book to write a script for?
To write anything, one must be in love with whatever one’s writing. So which book did I love writing most? Whichever one I was working on at the time.
Are we having a lot of romantic scenes between Edward and Bella on Breaking Dawn? Without all the pain that he feels when kiss her, and stuffs like that!
There are some Awesome romantic scenes for Bella and Edward! Seriously. The wedding is lush and emotional, the honeymoon is truly sexy. Trust me on this one.
Hello Melissa, I wondering if there was a scene that you wanted desperately to be in any of the films but didn’t make it in the movie?
There’s not a screenwriter alive who hasn’t had favorite scenes cut, either for budget reasons in production, or for pacing and storytelling reasons in editing. But honestly, when I saw the various cuts of the movie, I have to say I didn’t miss them, can’t even really remember what they were!
How did you translate all the wolf to wolf monologue in Breaking Dawn? Are they voice overs or are the conversations in their human form?
There was a lot of discussion about the inter-wolf dialogue. In the end, the book pretty much dictated our approach making most of it voice over – but in a stylized way.
What percentage of the Book were you actually able to get into the movie? We know added additional scenes, but did you get mirror close to our favortie scenes?
Because we split the one book into two movies, it gave us a lot more room to include as much as possible from the books. Particularly in the first part. We wanted all our favorite scenes to be included – of course everyone has different favorites, but hopefully you’ll be happy. `
Hello Melissa! From what I’ve seen, Breaking Dawn looks amazing! How was it like to work with Bill? And how would you describe him as an producer of Breaking Dawn?
Regarding our director Bill Condon. I’ve worked with many directors over my 20 year career (wow, 20… that just aged me!). And of course, I’ve work with several on the Twi series alone – All of whom were truly unique, great experiences (and I’m not just saying that). But I will say that, in my very long career, my collaboration with Bill was the best writer/director collaboration I’ve ever had. I think a lot of that is because he himself is a screenwriter (academy award winning no less!). So he spoke my language – story, stucture, character, theme. He helped me take the characters to new emotional depths… He’s generous, and collaborative. I could go on and on
Hey Melissa who was your favorite character go make and watch come to life? And why?
Watching Kristen and Rob embody those characters is a screenwriter’s (and everyone else’s) dream. Their chemistry is amazing, and very rare. But writing for Jacob, tracking his growth, translating his passion, fire and sense of humor – that’s fun.
Melissa, have you watched Breaking Dawn in it’s entirety? If so, were you moved by it emotionally?
I’ve seen a couple different cuts, and will see the most recent soon. I was sitting in the theater with some other people and began to hear gasps – I was worried for a moment, thinking, oh no, they’re laughing (at a very serious moment). Then I realized, no, theyre crying. Not just crying, sobbing!
Melissa – I’ve heard that this is the funniest movie to date. Did you make conscious effort to make Edward “lighter” for this one?
Indeed Edward begins BD1 in a much lighter place – and yes, it was a very conscious choice. He’s marrying Bella! He’s the happiest vampire in the world. And then the honeymoon, though not without its… complications, is playful and romantic. But then – things get very dark, very fast, and Edward is at his darkest moment yet.
How closely did you work with Stephenie Meyer on these movies?
Stephenie has been a wonderful collaborator. She, like the Producers, director and studio, gives me feedback on every stage of my process – from outline, to first draft to finished draft. Additionally, whenever I’m stuck on a scene or a storyline, I’ll call or email her to either ask her about a certain character’s backstory, maybe even the color of a certain wolf’s fur, or to just bounce ideas around.
Do you write to music (or think about beats) to help the rhythm of the lines and speech for film, or do you let the editors worry about that?
Music is obviously a Huge component of our movies. But the story always comes first. I actually don’t write to music. I find it can color my mood, and hence a scene. The only outside influence I want when I’m writing is the book.
Melissa… how on earth did you guys pull off that birth scene? From the way I envision it in the books I can’t even to begin to imagine how you guys got it on screen without an x rating….
After writing for Dexter for four years, I’ve come to understand that what’s most terrifying isn’t necessariyl what you see, it’s what you Don’T see. The book really informed the way I wrote the scene – all from Bella’s point of view. It conveys her terror, and the terror of Edward and Jacob. And Bill directed it with such intensity, I was mesmerized.
Would you say that the 2007-2008 Writers strike played a big part in how the first Twilight script turned out?
Good question. Yes, the strike played a big part in it. I had to write the first Twilight in record time in order to get it to the studio before the strike. As with most things, time equals quality, so the first script suffered from that.
Now that The Twilight Saga is coming close to an end what are you planning on doing?
I’m very excited about my next movie! I’m doing it with Paramount. It’s based on a book by Pamela Sargent called “Earthseed.” A futuristic sci-fi story with a great female protagonist. It’s available on amazon if you’re curious.
Hi Melissa, You have been working on these scripts for years now, I was wondering what the moment was like for you when it was finished?
The moment I finished the last draft of the last movie – I felt sad (to leave Stephenie’s world… plus I so loved working with this team), free (it was time to move on), worried (what was next?!), excited (to see Bill bring it too life).
Were you On Set for the Last Filming? What was it like, knowing this was the last time you would be with your Twilight Family on set?
I was on set for the most important scene in the movie! The wedding! If you look closely, you’ll see me as one of the wedding guests (along with our producer Wyck Godfrey and Stephenie too!)
Thanks for all your amazing questions – I’m sorry I couldn’t get to all of them! I can’t wait to share this movie with everyone. I’m on Facebook a lot, so please feel free to ask more questions on my page. Have a great day! xoxo Mel
See the original chat on the Glamour Facebook page here.
Melissa – I want to become a screenwriter, how did you get started and how competitive is it?
I started by taking many many classes in screenwirting, and reading screenplays, watching film and television and analyzing structure. I’m afraid it is Highly competitive, but Hollywood is always hungry for orginal well told stories.
What is your favorite quote/scene in the movie/and in the books?
I’d have to say the honeymoon scenes. very romantic and playful. lovely to see Edward and Bella having fun.
Thanks for bringing the adults more to the front. As a mom, I appreciate it.
Glad you like it! Breaking Dawn is actually a very adult tale. Our characters are dealing with very grown up issues. Hoping you like it as well.
Melissa what was your favorite book to write a script for?
To write anything, one must be in love with whatever one’s writing. So which book did I love writing most? Whichever one I was working on at the time.
Are we having a lot of romantic scenes between Edward and Bella on Breaking Dawn? Without all the pain that he feels when kiss her, and stuffs like that!
There are some Awesome romantic scenes for Bella and Edward! Seriously. The wedding is lush and emotional, the honeymoon is truly sexy. Trust me on this one.
Hello Melissa, I wondering if there was a scene that you wanted desperately to be in any of the films but didn’t make it in the movie?
There’s not a screenwriter alive who hasn’t had favorite scenes cut, either for budget reasons in production, or for pacing and storytelling reasons in editing. But honestly, when I saw the various cuts of the movie, I have to say I didn’t miss them, can’t even really remember what they were!
How did you translate all the wolf to wolf monologue in Breaking Dawn? Are they voice overs or are the conversations in their human form?
There was a lot of discussion about the inter-wolf dialogue. In the end, the book pretty much dictated our approach making most of it voice over – but in a stylized way.
What percentage of the Book were you actually able to get into the movie? We know added additional scenes, but did you get mirror close to our favortie scenes?
Because we split the one book into two movies, it gave us a lot more room to include as much as possible from the books. Particularly in the first part. We wanted all our favorite scenes to be included – of course everyone has different favorites, but hopefully you’ll be happy. `
Hello Melissa! From what I’ve seen, Breaking Dawn looks amazing! How was it like to work with Bill? And how would you describe him as an producer of Breaking Dawn?
Regarding our director Bill Condon. I’ve worked with many directors over my 20 year career (wow, 20… that just aged me!). And of course, I’ve work with several on the Twi series alone – All of whom were truly unique, great experiences (and I’m not just saying that). But I will say that, in my very long career, my collaboration with Bill was the best writer/director collaboration I’ve ever had. I think a lot of that is because he himself is a screenwriter (academy award winning no less!). So he spoke my language – story, stucture, character, theme. He helped me take the characters to new emotional depths… He’s generous, and collaborative. I could go on and on
Hey Melissa who was your favorite character go make and watch come to life? And why?
Watching Kristen and Rob embody those characters is a screenwriter’s (and everyone else’s) dream. Their chemistry is amazing, and very rare. But writing for Jacob, tracking his growth, translating his passion, fire and sense of humor – that’s fun.
Melissa, have you watched Breaking Dawn in it’s entirety? If so, were you moved by it emotionally?
I’ve seen a couple different cuts, and will see the most recent soon. I was sitting in the theater with some other people and began to hear gasps – I was worried for a moment, thinking, oh no, they’re laughing (at a very serious moment). Then I realized, no, theyre crying. Not just crying, sobbing!
Melissa – I’ve heard that this is the funniest movie to date. Did you make conscious effort to make Edward “lighter” for this one?
Indeed Edward begins BD1 in a much lighter place – and yes, it was a very conscious choice. He’s marrying Bella! He’s the happiest vampire in the world. And then the honeymoon, though not without its… complications, is playful and romantic. But then – things get very dark, very fast, and Edward is at his darkest moment yet.
How closely did you work with Stephenie Meyer on these movies?
Stephenie has been a wonderful collaborator. She, like the Producers, director and studio, gives me feedback on every stage of my process – from outline, to first draft to finished draft. Additionally, whenever I’m stuck on a scene or a storyline, I’ll call or email her to either ask her about a certain character’s backstory, maybe even the color of a certain wolf’s fur, or to just bounce ideas around.
Do you write to music (or think about beats) to help the rhythm of the lines and speech for film, or do you let the editors worry about that?
Music is obviously a Huge component of our movies. But the story always comes first. I actually don’t write to music. I find it can color my mood, and hence a scene. The only outside influence I want when I’m writing is the book.
Melissa… how on earth did you guys pull off that birth scene? From the way I envision it in the books I can’t even to begin to imagine how you guys got it on screen without an x rating….
After writing for Dexter for four years, I’ve come to understand that what’s most terrifying isn’t necessariyl what you see, it’s what you Don’T see. The book really informed the way I wrote the scene – all from Bella’s point of view. It conveys her terror, and the terror of Edward and Jacob. And Bill directed it with such intensity, I was mesmerized.
Would you say that the 2007-2008 Writers strike played a big part in how the first Twilight script turned out?
Good question. Yes, the strike played a big part in it. I had to write the first Twilight in record time in order to get it to the studio before the strike. As with most things, time equals quality, so the first script suffered from that.
Now that The Twilight Saga is coming close to an end what are you planning on doing?
I’m very excited about my next movie! I’m doing it with Paramount. It’s based on a book by Pamela Sargent called “Earthseed.” A futuristic sci-fi story with a great female protagonist. It’s available on amazon if you’re curious.
Hi Melissa, You have been working on these scripts for years now, I was wondering what the moment was like for you when it was finished?
The moment I finished the last draft of the last movie – I felt sad (to leave Stephenie’s world… plus I so loved working with this team), free (it was time to move on), worried (what was next?!), excited (to see Bill bring it too life).
Were you On Set for the Last Filming? What was it like, knowing this was the last time you would be with your Twilight Family on set?
I was on set for the most important scene in the movie! The wedding! If you look closely, you’ll see me as one of the wedding guests (along with our producer Wyck Godfrey and Stephenie too!)
Thanks for all your amazing questions – I’m sorry I couldn’t get to all of them! I can’t wait to share this movie with everyone. I’m on Facebook a lot, so please feel free to ask more questions on my page. Have a great day! xoxo Mel
See the original chat on the Glamour Facebook page here.
- 10/14/2011
- by Evie
- twilightersanonymous.com
In a week where major franchise sequels and reboots like Batman, Spider-Man and The X-Men were announced, there were also some smaller, spandex-free films recently submitted to IMDbPro. Here's a spotlight on a few interesting and/or noteworthy in-development projects that you might've missed:
Do-Gooders— Celebrity philanthropists are about to get Apatowed. Comedy hit-maker Judd Apatow has agreed to produce a pitch about the aforementioned famous fundraisers written by former "Larry Sanders" and "King of the Hill" scribes Alex Gregory and Peter Huyeck. Specific plot details are being kept under wraps.
Peter and the Starcatchers— Disney optioned this best-selling children's novel-turned off-Broadway hit play to adapt as a prequel to its classic Peter Pan. From what I've heard about its theatrical run, it's a major crowd-pleaser and stands a good chance to leave Sony's rival Pan prequel (starring Channing Tatum?) behind in its pixie-dust.
Liberal Arts— Happythankyoumoreplease's Josh Radnor teams up with fellow Sundance starlet Elizabeth Olsen in this indie comedy from BCDF Pictures. Radnor repeats his writing, directing and acting duties in the film about a guy in his thirties who can't let go of his college years.
Earthseed— Pamela Sargent's popular sci-fi novel was optioned by Paramount, which puts the studio in the running for its own Twilight (or Hunger Games?) franchise. Twilight scribe Melissa Rosenberg will adapt the dystopian tale of teens in outerspace with her Tall Girls gang also on board to produce.
The Curse of the Buxom Strumpet— Ever heard of the period zombie short film E'gad Zombies!? You have now. The Ian McKellen-narrated comedy, which screened at last year's Cannes Film Festival, is returning to life as a feature film with British actor-writer-director Matthew Butler helming.
If you know of something in the works, you can submit it via our online submission form.
Do-Gooders— Celebrity philanthropists are about to get Apatowed. Comedy hit-maker Judd Apatow has agreed to produce a pitch about the aforementioned famous fundraisers written by former "Larry Sanders" and "King of the Hill" scribes Alex Gregory and Peter Huyeck. Specific plot details are being kept under wraps.
Peter and the Starcatchers— Disney optioned this best-selling children's novel-turned off-Broadway hit play to adapt as a prequel to its classic Peter Pan. From what I've heard about its theatrical run, it's a major crowd-pleaser and stands a good chance to leave Sony's rival Pan prequel (starring Channing Tatum?) behind in its pixie-dust.
Liberal Arts— Happythankyoumoreplease's Josh Radnor teams up with fellow Sundance starlet Elizabeth Olsen in this indie comedy from BCDF Pictures. Radnor repeats his writing, directing and acting duties in the film about a guy in his thirties who can't let go of his college years.
Earthseed— Pamela Sargent's popular sci-fi novel was optioned by Paramount, which puts the studio in the running for its own Twilight (or Hunger Games?) franchise. Twilight scribe Melissa Rosenberg will adapt the dystopian tale of teens in outerspace with her Tall Girls gang also on board to produce.
The Curse of the Buxom Strumpet— Ever heard of the period zombie short film E'gad Zombies!? You have now. The Ian McKellen-narrated comedy, which screened at last year's Cannes Film Festival, is returning to life as a feature film with British actor-writer-director Matthew Butler helming.
If you know of something in the works, you can submit it via our online submission form.
- 4/1/2011
- by Eric Greene
- IMDbPro News
According to a statistic that I just made up, most great science fiction films are adaptations of great science fiction novels, and at least 2/3 of those are adapted from Philip K. Dick novels. Neither of these adaptations are going to be any good in the slightest. That's probably not much of a lead to get you to click the link and read the entire post, so I assure you that under the fold there is a bounty of nude pictures.
I lied.
First up we've got a nice old Young Adult science fiction novel getting the moviefication treatment. It's Earthseed by Pamela Sargent. It's award winning, but they weren't Hugos or Nebulas, so I'm not sure how much weight they have. I mean, it won "Ala Best Books for Young Adults selection, 1983" but everyone knows that the Ala sold out after they discovered cocaine.
Here's the Amazon summary:
Ship hurtles through space.
I lied.
First up we've got a nice old Young Adult science fiction novel getting the moviefication treatment. It's Earthseed by Pamela Sargent. It's award winning, but they weren't Hugos or Nebulas, so I'm not sure how much weight they have. I mean, it won "Ala Best Books for Young Adults selection, 1983" but everyone knows that the Ala sold out after they discovered cocaine.
Here's the Amazon summary:
Ship hurtles through space.
- 3/31/2011
- by Steven Lloyd Wilson
We’re trying really hard not to call this the next Twilight, because what this looks like is just another adaptation from a Young Adult series that will either hit or miss with the general public. The only thing that separates this from all the other kid-lit adaptations in the works is that Paramount has tasked Twilight screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg with writing the screenplay for Earthseed, based on the 1983 book by Pamela Sargent, the first in a trilogy of books that also included Farseed and Seed Seeker. The story, set in the distant future, follows a group of teenagers who are born and grow up on a spaceship as part of a last-ditch effort to save humanity. While the ship goes in search of a planet they can settle on, the parent-less kids attempt to learn the necessary skills...
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- 3/30/2011
- by affiliates@fandango.com
- Fandango
I must confess, before hearing this news, I wasn’t familiar with the name Melissa Rosenberg. After a quick skim of her résumé, I realised both why I wasn’t and that I probably should have been.
Her first major writing big-screen break came with her part on the team to write the Step Up screenplay, and the trajectory of her career almost immediately sky-rocketed after that, writing the screenplay for Twilight, and all of its sequels, including the forthcoming two parts of Breaking Dawn.
Clearly, given the popularity of both the Step Up and the Twilight franchise, Rosenberg is a very sought after writer and now her latest project has just been announced. THR are reporting that Rosenberg has signed on to write and produce for Paramount an adaptation of the 1983 young adult sci-fi novel, Earthseed, written by Pamela Sargent. The film will be the launch of her new production company,...
Her first major writing big-screen break came with her part on the team to write the Step Up screenplay, and the trajectory of her career almost immediately sky-rocketed after that, writing the screenplay for Twilight, and all of its sequels, including the forthcoming two parts of Breaking Dawn.
Clearly, given the popularity of both the Step Up and the Twilight franchise, Rosenberg is a very sought after writer and now her latest project has just been announced. THR are reporting that Rosenberg has signed on to write and produce for Paramount an adaptation of the 1983 young adult sci-fi novel, Earthseed, written by Pamela Sargent. The film will be the launch of her new production company,...
- 3/30/2011
- by Kenji Lloyd
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Paramount has optioned the novel "Earthseed" to be produced and adapted by "Twilight" scripter Melissa Rosenberg. If the first film clicks with audiences, Paramount could have a potential franchise on its hands. The futuristic 1983 Pamela Sargent novel, about teenage space-orphans, is the first book in a trilogy that also includes "Farseed" (2007) and last year's "Seed Seeker." "'Earthseed' is an incredibly compelling world and I'm excited to dive into it," said Rosenberg in a press release. "The film’s premise easily lends itself to an exciting franchise with plenty of room for invention and humor. I’m drawn to complex female...
- 3/30/2011
- by HitFix Staff
- Hitfix
The Hollywood Reporter is bringing word that Twilight Saga screenwriter, Melissa Rosenberg, is set to write and produce an adaptation of the young adult novel, Earthseed, for film. Read more below: Melissa Rosenberg is set to write and produce an adaptation of the 1983 young-adult sci-fi novel Earthseed, written by Pamela Sargent. The project will [...]
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- 3/30/2011
- by Evie
- twilightersanonymous.com
Twilight series screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg has landed herself yet another project - this time, developing the screen adaptation for and producing Earthseed.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Melissa Rosenberg's own company, Tall Girl Productions, will make the movie, and it is an adaptation of Pamela Sargent's sci-fi young adult novel of the same name.
Per Amazon, the book's description is as follows:
Ship hurtles through space. Deep within its core, it carries the seed of humankind. Launched by the people of a dying Earth over a century ago, its mission is to find a habitable world for the children--fifteen-year-old Zoheret and her shipmates--whom it has created from its genetic banks.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, Melissa Rosenberg's own company, Tall Girl Productions, will make the movie, and it is an adaptation of Pamela Sargent's sci-fi young adult novel of the same name.
Per Amazon, the book's description is as follows:
Ship hurtles through space. Deep within its core, it carries the seed of humankind. Launched by the people of a dying Earth over a century ago, its mission is to find a habitable world for the children--fifteen-year-old Zoheret and her shipmates--whom it has created from its genetic banks.
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- 3/30/2011
- by thetwilightexaminer
- Twilight Examiner
Earth is dying. In a last ditch attempt to keep humanity alive, humans blindly send an intelligent ship into space to raise a group of children hoping they'll find a habitable planet to live on and keep the species going. That's the set up of Earthseed, an award winning 1983 young adult novel by Pamela Sargent which has just been optioned by Paramount Pictures. Melissa Rosenberg, the writer of all five Twilight movies as well as the upcoming Highlander [1], will pen the adaptation and produce. Read more about the story and this deal after the break. Earthseed spawned two sequels: Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010, so Paramount sees this first film as a potential franchise starter. It certainly sounds like it from this description from Amazon [2]: Ship hurtles through space. Deep within its core, it carries the seed of humankind. Launched by the people of a dying Earth over a century ago,...
- 3/30/2011
- by Germain Lussier
- Slash Film
Melissa Rosenberg will write and produce an adaptation of Pamela Sargent's futuristic space novel, Earthseed, for Paramount. Like it or loathe it, Rosenberg did a pretty bang-up job of adapting Stephenie Meyer's so-so vampire franchise for the screen, so it's no shock revelation that the studio have clinched her for this one. The story follows a group of teenagers, created from human DNA which is being carried into the far reaches of space. Whilst onboard the ship, they're thrown into a simulated Earth environment to test their mettle. It all...
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- 3/30/2011
- by Total Film
- TotalFilm
Screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg (Twilight) is set to adapt Pamela Sargent‘s futuristic, 1983 sci-fi novel Earthseed for Paramount Pictures. Earthseed is the first in a trilogy of novels by Sargent, which also includes 2007′s Farseed and 2010′s Seed Seeker. Check out the press release below for all the details.
Official Press Release:
Paramount Pictures Options Earthseed
Hollywood, CA (March 29, 2011) – Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today announced that the studio has optioned the novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (“Twilight,” “Dexter,” “Highlander”) attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
Set in the future, Earthseed, written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book,...
Official Press Release:
Paramount Pictures Options Earthseed
Hollywood, CA (March 29, 2011) – Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today announced that the studio has optioned the novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (“Twilight,” “Dexter,” “Highlander”) attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
Set in the future, Earthseed, written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book,...
- 3/30/2011
- by Jason Moore
- ScifiMafia
She's mastered melodrama and love triangles between humans, vampires and werewolves, but now The Twilight Saga screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg will be adapting a young adult sci-fi novel for Paramount. Risky Biz reports the writer will write and produce an adaptation of Pamela Sargent's novel Earthseed. The story is set in the future where humans launch a project called Ship to carry Earth DNA into space to find a new planet on which to settle. During its flight, a group of newly grown teenagers born without traditional parents are provided a simulated Earth environment, Hollow, to test their ability to survive. More below! As some of the kids splinter off, tensions grow between the groups and major revelations ensue as fighting erupts. Here's what Rosenberg had to say about the story: “It really talks about the debate of nature vs. nurture, what is ...
- 3/30/2011
- by Ethan Anderton
- firstshowing.net
Screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg, who rose to fame penning the ‘Twilight Saga’ movies, has now signed onto write another adaptation of a young-adult novel, Pamela Sargent’sEarthseed, thehollywoodreporter.com has confirmed. ‘Earthseed’ will launch the film department of Rosenberg’s production company, Tall Girls Prods. Paramount Film Group president Adam Goodman approached Rosenberg, who will also produce the movie, with the idea to adapt Earthseed, and he will oversee the project. She agreed to the adaptation, saying “It really talks about the debate of nature vs. nurture, what is innately human and what can be bred in or out of someone.” The novel is set in the future, and follows people who launch a project called [...]...
- 3/30/2011
- by karen
- ShockYa
By Sean O’Connell
Hollywoodnews.com: Now that the “Twilight” franchise is drawing to a close with the release of back-to-back “Breaking Dawn” features, the creative players are starting to look for their next projects.
For screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg, who penned all five “Twilight” films, it looks like she’ll be adapting Pamela Sargent’s sci-fi novel “Earthseed” for Paramount Pictures. The studio just announced that it has optioned the novel, and has tasked Rosenberg to turn it into a feature film.
From the release:
Set in the future, Earthseed … was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010.
The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC.
“Ever since I was a kid, it...
Hollywoodnews.com: Now that the “Twilight” franchise is drawing to a close with the release of back-to-back “Breaking Dawn” features, the creative players are starting to look for their next projects.
For screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg, who penned all five “Twilight” films, it looks like she’ll be adapting Pamela Sargent’s sci-fi novel “Earthseed” for Paramount Pictures. The studio just announced that it has optioned the novel, and has tasked Rosenberg to turn it into a feature film.
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Set in the future, Earthseed … was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010.
The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC.
“Ever since I was a kid, it...
- 3/30/2011
- by Sean O'Connell
- Hollywoodnews.com
Paramount Pictures has optioned Pamela Sargent's novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (Twilight,) attached to write the screenplay. The announcement was made yesterday by Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today. Rosenberg will also produce through her Tall Girls Productions. Set in the future, Earthseed was written in 1983 and is the first book in the young adult trilogy that also includes Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. Earthseed tells of a group of teens who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. “Ever since I was a kid, it’s been a goal of mine to see Earthseed, get to the screen in an awesome way," said Goodman. "There is no better voice for this material, in fact I just want to see the movie now!!!” Said Goodman...
- 3/30/2011
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Paramount Pictures has optioned Pamela Sargent's novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (Twilight,) attached to write the screenplay. The announcement was made yesterday by Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today. Rosenberg will also produce through her Tall Girls Productions. Set in the future, Earthseed was written in 1983 and is the first book in the young adult trilogy that also includes Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. Earthseed tells of a group of teens who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. “Ever since I was a kid, it’s been a goal of mine to see Earthseed, get to the screen in an awesome way," said Goodman. "There is no better voice for this material, in fact I just want to see the movie now!!!” Said Goodman...
- 3/30/2011
- Upcoming-Movies.com
Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman reports that the studio has optioned the novel "Earthseed", with Melissa Rosenberg ("Twilight") attached to write the screenplay and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
Set in the future, "Earthseed", written in 1983 by author Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included "Farseed", published in 2007, and "Seed Seeker" published in 2010.
The plot centers around a group of teenagers, born without traditional parents, from the genetic bank of a spaceship.
"'Earthseed' is an incredibly compelling world and I'm excited to dive into it," said Rosenberg. "I'm drawn to complex female characters in compelling high concept stories..."
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Set in the future, "Earthseed", written in 1983 by author Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included "Farseed", published in 2007, and "Seed Seeker" published in 2010.
The plot centers around a group of teenagers, born without traditional parents, from the genetic bank of a spaceship.
"'Earthseed' is an incredibly compelling world and I'm excited to dive into it," said Rosenberg. "I'm drawn to complex female characters in compelling high concept stories..."
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- 3/30/2011
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Paramount Pictures have optioned the film rights to Pamela Sargent's 1983 young adult sci-fi novel "Earthseed".
Set in the future, the plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. "Earthseed" is the first book in a trilogy that also included 2007's "Farseed" and 2010's "Seed Seeker".
"Twilight" film series scribe Melissa Rosenberg is attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
Set in the future, the plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. "Earthseed" is the first book in a trilogy that also included 2007's "Farseed" and 2010's "Seed Seeker".
"Twilight" film series scribe Melissa Rosenberg is attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
- 3/30/2011
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
From undead vampires to engineered teenagers: Twilight Saga screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg has been tapped by Paramount Pictures to adapt and produce a feature film version of the 1983 sci-fi young adult novel Earthseed by Pamela Sargent. The story follows a group of teenagers created from genetic material and raised by a spacecraft seeking a new planet to repopulate humanity. As it happens, two sequels to the book were recently published: Farseed, in 2007, and Seed Seeker, in 2010. “Earthseed is an incredibly compelling world, and I’m excited to dive into it,” Rosenberg said in a statement. “The film’s premise easily lends...
- 3/30/2011
- by Adam B. Vary
- EW - Inside Movies
After you've penned all five scripts for one of the biggest blockbuster film franchises of all time, what does a girl do next?
(Hint: Escape to your lavish island getaway is not the answer here.)
If you're Melissa Rosenberg — the scribe responsible for bringing "Twilight" to the silver screen — you find a new story to illuminate.
So it should come as no surprise that Paramount Pictures has announced that the studio has optioned the novel "Earthseed," with Rosenberg attached to write and produce.
Set sometime in the future, Pamela Sargent's 1983 young adult page-turner focuses on a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship.
"Earthseed" is the first book in the trilogy, which also includes 2007's "Farseed" and 2010's "Seed Seeker."
Rosenberg, who says she's "drawn to complex female characters in compelling high concept stories," is "incredibly excited" to dive into this world.
(Hint: Escape to your lavish island getaway is not the answer here.)
If you're Melissa Rosenberg — the scribe responsible for bringing "Twilight" to the silver screen — you find a new story to illuminate.
So it should come as no surprise that Paramount Pictures has announced that the studio has optioned the novel "Earthseed," with Rosenberg attached to write and produce.
Set sometime in the future, Pamela Sargent's 1983 young adult page-turner focuses on a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship.
"Earthseed" is the first book in the trilogy, which also includes 2007's "Farseed" and 2010's "Seed Seeker."
Rosenberg, who says she's "drawn to complex female characters in compelling high concept stories," is "incredibly excited" to dive into this world.
- 3/30/2011
- by Elizabeth Durand
- NextMovie
Hollywood, CA (March 29, 2011) . Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today announced that the studio has optioned the novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (.Twilight,. .Dexter,. .Highlander.) attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.
Set in the future, Earthseed, written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC.
.Ever since I was a kid, it.s been a goal of mine to see Earthseed get to the screen in an awesome way. To have Melissa Rosenberg and her Tall Girls company writing and producing this material is truly a dream. There is no better voice for this material,...
Set in the future, Earthseed, written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC.
.Ever since I was a kid, it.s been a goal of mine to see Earthseed get to the screen in an awesome way. To have Melissa Rosenberg and her Tall Girls company writing and producing this material is truly a dream. There is no better voice for this material,...
- 3/30/2011
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today announced that the studio has optioned the novel Earthseed, with Melissa Rosenberg (“Twilight,” “Dexter,” “Highlander”) attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions.Set in the future, Earthseed, written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included Farseed, published in 2007, and Seed Seeker, published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. Earthseed is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC. “Ever since I was a kid, it’s been a goal of mine to see Earthseed get to the screen in an awesome way. To have Melissa Rosenberg and her Tall Girls company writing and producing this material is truly a dream. There is no better voice for this material, in fact...
- 3/30/2011
- LRMonline.com
Paramount Pictures is the latest studio to option a young adult novel. The studio has acquired the rights to "Earthseed," the first of a trilogy by Pamela Sargent. Melissa Rosenberg ("Twilight," "Dexter," "Highlander") will write and produce through her Tall Girls Productions, Paramount announced Tuesday. The book was published in 1983. The second in the trilogy, "Farseed," was published in 2007. The third, "Seed Seeker," was published in 2010. Like "The Hunger Games" -- Lionsgate's new franchise -- "Earthseed" is set in a dystopian future. In this one, a group of teens has been born...
- 3/30/2011
- by Joshua L. Weinstein
- The Wrap
Critical reception aside, Melissa Rosenberg hit the jackpot when she landed the gig writing the adaptations of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight franchise. For the rest of her career every single movie she writes will get the "From The Writer Of The Twilight Movies", and tween girls across the world will perk up their ears. So what's truly the best way to keep the gravy train going? Why, adapting another young adult novel, of course. THR reports that Rosenberg will write and produce Earthseed, based on the 1983 book by Pamela Sargent. The project will be the first made by Rosenberg's new company, Tall Girl Productions. The story is set in the future when a ship is sent into outerspace in order to search for a new planet to settle on. On the ship, a group of teens are in a "simulated Earth environment" to test their survival skills. Said Rosenberg about the...
- 3/30/2011
- cinemablend.com
Melissa Rosenberg will write and produce a feature film adaptation of the 1983 young-adult sci-fi novel Earthseed, written by Pamela Sargent. The film will serve as a launch for the film side of Rosenberg's new production company, Tall Girls Prods. The material was brought to Rosenberg by Paramount Film Group president Adam Goodman, who has long wanted to make a movie adaptation of the book, brought the material to Rosenberg. Goodman will shepherd for the studio along with vp Ashley Brucks.
Earthseed takes place in "a future where humans launch a project called Ship to carry Earth DNA into space to find a new planet on which to settle. During its flight, a group of newly grown teenagers born without traditional parents are provided a simulated Earth environment, Hollow, to test their ability to survive. As some of the kids splinter off, tensions grow between the groups and major revelations ensue as fighting erupts.
Earthseed takes place in "a future where humans launch a project called Ship to carry Earth DNA into space to find a new planet on which to settle. During its flight, a group of newly grown teenagers born without traditional parents are provided a simulated Earth environment, Hollow, to test their ability to survive. As some of the kids splinter off, tensions grow between the groups and major revelations ensue as fighting erupts.
- 3/30/2011
- by Tiberius
- GeekTyrant
With Harry Potter and Twilight heading into their golden years, which young adult franchises will take their place? Fan interest in Lionsgate's Hunger Games has already taken off, thanks to canny producer Nina Jacobson, who developed the project. Now Paramount Film Group President Adam Goodman is planting his flag on Pamela Sargent's 1983 novel Earthseed, with screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg (Twilight, Dexter) signed to adapt and produce through her new company, Tall Girls Productions. Remember, Paramount originally developed Twilight but let it go; Summit brought in Rosenberg and Catherine Hardwicke, who hewed closer to the Stephenie Meyer books. Earthseed is the first book in a young adult trilogy including Farseed (2007) and Seed Seeker (2010). It's about a future group of teens who are spawned without ...
- 3/30/2011
- Thompson on Hollywood
The last time Melissa Rosenberg was involved with writing scripts based on books aimed at young people, she was part of the team that brought the world Twilight. So you can sort of understand why studios might be eager to be in business with her. Her next big film project? An adaptation of Pamela Sargent’s 1983 sci-fi tome Earthseed. Paramount, which actually had the first dibs on Twilight, but couldn’t figure out a way to make it work, has been quick off the mark this time, with executive Adam Goodman bringing the Earthseed material to Rosenberg to write and produce.The film will follow the book’s plot about Earth dispatching a ship carrying a variety of DNA on the hunt for a new planet to colonise. Also included are a group of lab-spawned teenagers who are giving survival training in Hollow, a simulation of our world. But tensions...
- 3/30/2011
- EmpireOnline
Paramount Pictures Film Group President Adam Goodman today announced that the studio has optioned the novel "Earthseed," with Melissa Rosenberg ("Twilight," "Dexter") attached to pen the script and produce through her Tall Girls Productions. Set in the future, "Earthseed," written in 1983 by Pamela Sargent, was the first book in the young adult trilogy that also included "Farseed," published in 2007, and "Seed Seeker," published in 2010. The plot centers around a group of teenagers who have been born without traditional parents from the genetic bank of a spaceship. "Earthseed" is a Tor Book, Published by Tom Doherty Associates, LLC. "Ever since I was a kid, it's been a goal of mine to see 'Earthseed' get...
- 3/29/2011
- Comingsoon.net
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