Guide AND The Neon Demon director Nicholas Winding Refn has signed on to develop a three-film television adaptation of Enid Blytonpopular adventure book series The famous five for BBC and ZDF. The plan is to direct three 90-minute features.
The famous five continues “Julian, Dick, Anne, George and their dog Timmy – daring young explorers as they encounter treacherous, action-packed adventures, extraordinary mysteries, unparalleled dangers and staggering secrets in an odyssey that evokes the power of camaraderie between young heroes”.
There are 21 books in the children’s novel series, and Refn, who will create and executive produce the films, said in a statement, “All my life I have fought vigorously to remain a child with a desire for adventure. By reimagining The Famous Five, I’m preserving that notion by bringing these iconic stories to life for a progressive new audience, instilling the indefinable charm and enchantment of childhood for current and future generations to come.
BBC Children’s director Patricia Hidalgo added: “These stories are loved around the world and bringing families together is a key part of our strategy, so we hope it introduces a new generation of viewers to these wonderful adventures.”
Tim Kirkby is director and executive producer of the project. The first film is written by Matthew ReadThe second film is written by Priya K Dosanjhwith the third written by Matthew Bouc AND Matthew Read.
I love adventure stories and this project seems to be really fun! I’m excited to see how it turns out!
Source: Deadline
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