EVENT CAPSULE CHYRON - 'A Monster Calls' World Premiere Presented By Focus Features At The Toronto International Film Fe

The transcript discusses a film that combines fantasy elements with a story about loss, featuring unique animations. The speaker was initially concerned about the adaptation of the book into a film, fearing it might become sentimentalized. However, after meeting the talented filmmaker Biona, they felt confident in the project's direction. The film is described as an intimate family drama that addresses illness and loss in a transformative and imaginative way. The speaker hopes the film will provide viewers with a mechanism to cope with loss and bereavement.

What initially attracted the speaker to the film project?

• The film's soundtrack

• The location of the film shoot

• The combination of fantasy elements and a story about loss

• The film's budget

What was the speaker's main concern about adapting the book into a film?

• The book's characters might be changed

• The film might not have enough action scenes

• The book's themes might be altered or sentimentalized

• The film might be too long

Why did the speaker decide to write their own version of the story?

• To ensure the story was set in their hometown

• To start a conversation about the film's direction

• To include more fantasy elements

• To add more characters to the story

Who did the speaker find to be the right filmmaker for the project?

• A director known for action films

• Biona, who understood the emotions of the story

• A local independent filmmaker

• A famous Hollywood director

What does the speaker hope the film will teach its audience?

• The history of fantasy films

• A mechanism to deal with loss and bereavement

• How to create animations

• How to write a screenplay