Key Takeaways:
– Acclaimed director Ryan Coogler is set to direct a new movie adaptation of ‘A Vicious Circle'.
– The graphic novel was created by Mattson Tomlin and is a top seller for BOOM! Studios.
– Proximity Media, Coogler's own production outfit, will be co-producing with Boom! Studios executives.
– ‘A Vicious Circle' will be Tomlin's second novel that he's prepared for adaptation.
– Both Mattson Tomlin and Ryan Coogler are engaged with various high-profile projects
Ryan Coogler, the Director on the Rise
When you think about Ryan Coogler, blockbusters like ‘Creed' and ‘Black Panther' probably come to mind. Thanks to his highly successful directorial projects, Coogler is now taking on another big gig. He's set to direct an upcoming adaptation of ‘A Vicious Circle'. It's a popular graphic novel written by Mattson Tomlin, known for his work on Netflix's ‘Power Play'.
In a nutshell, ‘A Vicious Circle' is a blend of ‘John Wick' and ‘Looper', at least that's how The Hollywood reporter puts it. Lee Bermejo, a renowned comic artist, has brought the novel to life with a mix of unique art styles. Now Coogler plans to bring it to the big screens with his magical touch.
A Time-Travelling Tale
‘A Vicious Circle' introduces us to an exciting duel between two assassins. But what makes it really stand out from other thrillers is their peculiar affliction. Each time these assassins are responsible for someone's demise, they time-travel, finding themselves either in the past or the present. From 22nd-century Tokyo to the age of dinosaurs, their journey is far-reaching and unpredictable. This film adaptation is being brought to us by Boom! Studios executives, in collaboration with Coogler's own Proximity Media.
Success of ‘A Vicious Circle' and Works of Mattson Tomlin
Timing and success couldn't be better for ‘A Vicious Circle'. It has sold over 100,000 copies worldwide since its 2022 release, making it one of the bestselling books from BOOM! Studios. This movie will be Tomlin's second project under adaptation. He is also turning the ‘BRZRKR' script, co-created by Keanu Reeves, into a Netflix series. This graphic novel portrays an immortal warrior's battles across time.
Tomlin is also tied to other big projects, like ‘Aegon's Conquest', a prequel to ‘House of the Dragon' and ‘Game of Thrones'. This series will bring the conquest of Aegon I Targaryen and the unification of Westeros under his rule to the screens.
Projects Aplenty for Proximity Media
Ryan Coogler's Proximity Media has been making serious waves in the entertainment industry. It's heavily into the post-production of the ‘Ironheart' miniseries for Disney+. It's also working on a supernatural vampire movie starring Michael B. Jordan, under the direction of Coogler. According to Deadline, their latest project is ‘California Bear' by Duane Swierczynski. This story is about vigilantes who, in their quest for justice, find themselves wrapped up in a griping murder case.
Conclusion
Ryan Coogler's foray into graphic novel adaptations shows the continuing fusion of comic art and mainstream cinema. With his visionary direction and Tomlin's gripping storytelling, we're all on the edge of our seats, waiting for ‘A Vicious Circle' to drop. As we look forward to this project, we also keep an eye on the other promising projects that these two industry giants have in the pipeline.
