‘King on Screen’ Review – One of Us
Is this doc on Stephen King’s impact on movies worth watching? Find out in the One of Us crew’s King on Screen review.
When Stephen King released Carrie, his first novel, in 1974, the horror story initially received mixed reviews from critics. The novel’s unique blend of horror, psychological suspense, and coming-of-age themes garnered attention, but opinions were divided.
Some critics praised King’s ability to capture the adolescent experience, create a sense of tension, and explore the darker aspects of human nature. Others, however, criticized the novel’s graphic and disturbing content, with some reviewers finding it excessive or sensationalized. And the most high profile of literary critics said this young writer had no future. But Carrie quickly gained a following and became a commercial success.
via Doubleday
Two years later, Brian De Palma brought the story to the big screen, and thus began the adaptations of King’s work. Now, nearly 50 years later, there have been more than 75 adaptations of his stories.
King On Screen is a new documentary focusing on the works of the legendary author that have been adapted to film and television, from Carrie to IT to Pet Cemetery to The Dark Tower, The Green Mile, Misery, Stand By Me, Shawshank Redemption… The list goes on.
King on Screen Review
But how does this documentary cover half a century of one man’s work? Frank, Ben, Lewayne, and T.C. are here to discuss their thoughts about this doc, and whether or not it succeeds in weaving a tale worthy of King himself.
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