What Happens When Authors Hate the Adaptation? Plus, Emmy Nominee Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Says Goodbye to “Wonder Man”
Summary
Hosts John Ross and Rebecca discuss the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger lawsuit and the controversy surrounding Tomi Adeyemi’s public fallout with the *Children of Blood and Bone* film adaptation. The episode features an interview with Yaya Abdul-Mateen II, who reflects on his Emmy nomination for *Wonder Man*, the show’s cancellation, and his upcoming role in David Fincher’s *The Adventures of Cliff Booth*.
Topics discussed
Intro: Mel Brooks documentary and episode overview
Paramount-WB merger lawsuit and guild reactions
Tomi Adeyemi's feud over Children of Blood and Bone
History of author conflicts in Hollywood adaptations
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II interview introduction
Yahya's surprise Emmy nomination experience
Wonder Man cancellation and future plans
Diversity in greenlit projects and Disney optics
Acting process and relating to Simon Williams
Yahya's early career struggles and dreams
Architecture background and painting hobby
Theater experience and Top Dog/Underdog
Watching his own work and audience reaction
Working with David Fincher on The Adventures of Cliff Booth
Proust Questionnaire: Writers and favorite books
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