Sorry about the late reply - busy few days.
I appreciate the fact that you feel that people need to know that this isn't a 100% faithful adaptation, because it's not.
In fact this one is even taking material from several, if not all, of the books. So I'll be honest, if people are looking for a 100% faithful adaptation, they should be warned because it won't be.
It's nice to see how passionate you are about the books but it should also be noted that some fans are just happy to see something Dark Tower related on screen. There is going to be adapted material from the books and I think for a lot of people who I've spoken to, they're excited. For me personally, I'm excited because I like the cast and production company and I'm being optimistic.
So whilst you're doing the job of warning people that it's not a word-for-word adaptation, it is still an adaptation of a series of books that people might be interested in seeing. I think there'd be a lot less hostility towards you if you just told the truth without so much anger and hatred. I can see why you're not happy, but it can come across as rude. It's not a Gunslinger adaptation, but it's something at least. I don't think people need to argue that intensely about it.
Can I also ask what you mean by fake fans? I would definitely not consider myself a fake fan, nor would I an SJW - sure I want fully equal rights but I don't go out of my way to tip the balance too far the other way. Equal rights to me means that everybody is treated equally - none of this down with the straight white man privelage, because that's then not treating everybody equally.
I'm definitely a fan of the series - I've read it plenty of times, as well as the graphic novels, and I've been coming to these boards for a long time to check up on any adaptation, mostly as a lurker but I've been here. In fact it was you I believe, dear Spider, who made me want to say something in the defense of Elba in the first place, so thank you for introducing me :-)
But by no means have I gone to such extremes as to call people who disagree with my point of view a fake fan, or a racist - in retaliation to your SJW claims - if they happen to disagree with me (although to be fair there have been quite a few racist remarks on this board, not too many, but a few and although you've never liked Elba, you've never said anything racist).
In reference to your PC remarks, I disagree. I can see why you would think that (I'm assuming hiring a black person in the role of someone who is white) but it is my opinion that you're wrong. I believe Elba got the role because he's a genuinely good actor. I've been a fan of his since The Wire and he's shown a wide range of acting skills, so when he was cast I was confused because he doesn't look like Roland, I thought about it, accepted it, then realised it could work really well with his acting ability and with the story (there's some post history with interactions with Detta that can be addressed if you'd like). But that's my opinion, as you have yours. I'm sure you've read why those who are on board with his casting's opinion so I won't bore you with the details - although hit me up if you want a conversation on this.
What may I ask is your reasoning for saying this is aimed at a youth market? I'm assuming, correct me if I'm wrong, that you mean the Twilight, Hunger Games audience. I have to say I'm missing something here, I've heard people say it's because Jake is more prominent in the unfinished leaked trailer but bare in mind it looks as if they're taking his journey in to mid-world from the influence of the WasteLands, so to say that it's for those reasons does seem a bit peculiar, plus it's bad for business. It'd be interesting to hear your response.
Can I also (and lastly) ask of anyone you know on this board that has taken Elba's casting as a crusade for social justice and hasn't read the books? I'm yet to find anyone so far that has taken it as a crusade, let alone someone who hasn't read the books promoting it for SJW purposes. If there's certain people on other boards/sites you've seen, I'd be interested to know because I'd be on your side. If people are supporting a cause they don't fully understand, they can be just as dangerous as those who are extremist in their views.
If any of this has offended you Spider, it wasn't my intention, it's just a sharing of my opinions and points of view. I look forward to hearing your response.
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