Idris Elba will star in and produce a TV series adaptation By Chinua Achebe 1958 novel, Things fall apartwhich is in development at A24.
Things fall apart it is considered one of the greatest novels ever written. The series’ official description says it is the “story of Okonkwo (Elba), one of literature’s most iconic characters, a fearless African warrior and leader determined to preserve his people and culture.
“As British colonizers upend his world, Okonkwo’s struggle to maintain power and tradition turns into a harrowing confrontation.
“His fierce determination, a fatal flaw in the face of unstoppable change, makes him an unforgettable character, embodying the tension between strength, vulnerability and adaptability.”
There is no writer attached to the project yet, and it is not currently set up on a network or streaming service. The series is also produced by Gina Carter AND David Oyelowo.
It looks like this series will turn into an epic, high-profile project.
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by Joey Paur
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