The Lost Boys became one of the ’80s most iconic horror films with its dark, steamy take on vampires. But its co-writer James Jeremias initially had a much different type of film in mind, inspired by Peter Pan.
In an interview with The Guardian for the publication’s “How We Made” series, Jeremias, a former grip turned screenwriter who wrote the Joel Schumacher film alongside Janice Fischer, recalled that after reading Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire, he was particularly struck by Claudia being frozen in time in the body of a 5-year-old for eternity.
“It got me thinking about J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan — where our title came from. What if the reason he came out at night, could fly and didn’t grow up was because he was a vampire? We took a fictional character and put him in a new light. What if it wasn’t...
In an interview with The Guardian for the publication’s “How We Made” series, Jeremias, a former grip turned screenwriter who wrote the Joel Schumacher film alongside Janice Fischer, recalled that after reading Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire, he was particularly struck by Claudia being frozen in time in the body of a 5-year-old for eternity.
“It got me thinking about J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan — where our title came from. What if the reason he came out at night, could fly and didn’t grow up was because he was a vampire? We took a fictional character and put him in a new light. What if it wasn’t...
- 4/1/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Turn of the Tide would have been an incomplete masterpiece without the inclusion of Joe Cunha, a character of utmost significance in the life of the main protagonist, Eduardo. Joe serves as a vital catalyst in shaping Eduardo’s journey throughout the series.
Spoilers Ahead
Joe’s Early Life
Joe Cunha’s past was a tumultuous and troubled period of his life. Once engaged in a life of crime, Joe resorted to robbing people in the United States, employing a daring and dangerous technique that involved the use of explosives. This reckless path ultimately caught up with him, leading to his arrest and subsequent imprisonment. For over seven long years, Joe had to confront the consequences of his actions and reflect on his mistakes. As the years went by, Joe underwent a transformative journey within the confines of the prison walls. This period of incarceration served as a crucible, shaping...
Spoilers Ahead
Joe’s Early Life
Joe Cunha’s past was a tumultuous and troubled period of his life. Once engaged in a life of crime, Joe resorted to robbing people in the United States, employing a daring and dangerous technique that involved the use of explosives. This reckless path ultimately caught up with him, leading to his arrest and subsequent imprisonment. For over seven long years, Joe had to confront the consequences of his actions and reflect on his mistakes. As the years went by, Joe underwent a transformative journey within the confines of the prison walls. This period of incarceration served as a crucible, shaping...
- 5/26/2023
- by Raschi Acharya
- Film Fugitives
Turn Of The Tide (also known as Rabo de Peixe) is a series that explores the intricate dynamics of human behavior in the face of desperation and the struggle to discern right from wrong. Set in the impoverished and monotonous life of the Azores, the storyline revolves around Eduardo and his close-knit group of friends. Having endured a lifetime of constant struggles, Eduardo reaches a crucial crossroad when he unexpectedly obtains a stash of drugs worth millions. This sudden opportunity entices him with the prospect of venturing into the criminal underworld, aiming to secure a better future for himself and his friends.
Turn Of The Tide delves into Eduardo’s internal conflict as he grapples with his desires, contemplating whether he should yield to the allure of wealth and power or uphold his moral values by remaining on the path of honesty and virtue. It also presents thought-provoking questions about...
Turn Of The Tide delves into Eduardo’s internal conflict as he grapples with his desires, contemplating whether he should yield to the allure of wealth and power or uphold his moral values by remaining on the path of honesty and virtue. It also presents thought-provoking questions about...
- 5/26/2023
- by Raschi Acharya
- Film Fugitives
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