The widely acclaimed young adult fantasy-romance novel has topped the New York Times’ bestseller list. With sales exceeding 31 million copies in over 40 countries, Highland Film Group is showcasing its film adaptations at the European Film Market this week.
The initial trailer for Season 2 unveils the debut of Calypso, the organizer of the Twisted Metal tournament, who is played by both Barry and Anthony Carrigan in live-action. This supernatural wish-granter also makes an appearance. Furthermore, it fulfills the reference from Season 1’s finale about motorcycle lover Mr. Grimm and his distinctive group, as shown in the trailer below. Keep reading for additional information.
Levi (portrayed by Teller) and Drasa (played by Taylor-Joy, sporting a Soviet bob) are independent marksmen with minimal ties to the global community. Levi, a former Marine, has withdrawn following an unsuccessful psychiatric evaluation that barred him from active service, whereas Drasa’s only connection is her ailing ex-KGB father who is dying of cancer. Unsurprisingly, they are both selected for a covert operation, which requires them to station themselves in towers on opposite sides of a colossal chasm in the earth for an entire year. The specifics about their tasks during this period are scarce, but Levi’s predecessor and information provider J.D. (Dirisu) informs him vaguely before departing that their role is not to prevent people from entering the chasm, but to halt whatever lies within the chasm from escaping. On some nights, they can hear the sorrowful cries of what dwells in the chasm, which has been referred to as “the hollow men,” reminiscent of a T.S. Eliot poem. The main rule given to them is that they are not to communicate with the person manning the other tower – a rule that both Levi and Drasa quickly break by using large hand-written signs, similar to the style used in the movie “Love Actually”.
Zauner shares that ‘Mega Circuit’ was one of his earliest compositions, with a goal to create a spookier, guitar-heavy album. The song delves into modern masculinity, investigating a complex yearning for a generation that, lacking positive role models, has resorted to violence and intolerance as a refuge. Notably, the esteemed Jim Keltner, who has played on hits like ‘These Days’, ‘Here You Come Again’, and ‘Dream Weaver’, contributed an incredibly powerful shuffle beat.
Regardless of how often I revisit this photography project, I’ll never cease to appreciate the pure charm of film photography and its ability to beautifully emphasize my subjects in a way that feels entirely natural. My goal with this project has been to showcase pioneers within the fashion world and create something enduring and classic in an ever-changing industry. With my reliable Fujifilm Instax Mini 99 camera, I’ve traversed the city, attending shows, presentations, parties, and celebrations, capturing the essence of each moment for a stunning collection of 83 photographs.