Best Sci-Fi Novel Adaptations, South Park Skewers Trump, & Sony's New Camcorder

🎞️ Movies & TV

6 Best Movie Adaptations of Sci-Fi Novels

Filmmakers face a unique challenge when adapting science fiction novels for the screen. While it might seem straightforward (the story already exists, after all), the reality usually proves more complex.

Despite these challenges, some adaptations succeed brilliantly. The following six science fiction films demonstrate how skilled filmmakers can overcome technical limitations and translate literary works into cinema.

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📽️ Industry

‘South Park’ Skewers Donald Trump With an Homage to Saddam Hussein

Last night, South Park returned after Trey Parker and Matt Stone signed a $ 1.5 billion deal with Paramount to keep the streaming rights and continue the show for more seasons.

We'll now get at least 50 new episodes on Comedy Central over five years, to exclusively stream on Paramount+ worldwide. The entire South Park library will also be made available on Paramount+ in the US.

It returned with gusto with its season 27 kickoff episode, which really pushed the envelope as it featured Donald Trump, Satan, and a…a lot of…a little thing.

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📷 Tech

Sony’s New PXW-Z300 Camcorder is World’s First to Support Recording of Authenticity Information in Video

While it’s not a BURANO 2 or a VENICE 3, Sony has rolled out a pretty impressive new camcorder with the company’s new PXW-Z300 model, which will be the new flagship for Sony’s 4K 3-CMOS sensor handheld camcorder line.

Designed for new gathering and production-type projects, this versatile camcorder will also be the world’s first to feature recording of authenticity information in video. It will also feature some advanced networking capabilities and AI-powered subject recognition technology.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new Sony PXW-Z300.

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• Get These Major Support Enhancements for Your Canon EOS Cameras and Lenses - Canon has announced a series of firmware updates for several EOS cameras and lenses, aimed at enhancing performance and support.

🎙️ Podcast

Run-and-Gun Risks and When Jim Cummings Becomes Your EP

This week on the No Film School Podcast, GG Hawkins and Jason Hellerman dig into the behind-the-scenes business of micro-budget filmmaking. They tackle a fan-submitted Ask No Film School question about run-and-gun filmmaking risks, E&O insurance, and securing distribution when shooting without proper permits.

Then, GG interviews writer/director Anna Baumgarten and producer Danny Mooney, the creative duo behind the indie feature Disfluency, a powerful micro-budget drama executive-produced by Jim Cummings.

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