Steven Spielberg acquires rights to adapt YouTube horror series The Mandela Catalogue
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Aimee Hart
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The article reports that Steven Spielberg has acquired the rights to adapt The Mandela Catalogue, a popular YouTube horror series created by Alex Kister. The series, known for its analog horror style and "alternate" entities that replace people, has amassed over 200 million views. After the disappointing box office performance of his film Disclosure Day, Spielberg is looking to new and unexpected sources for his next blockbuster. The article explores the significance of this acquisition, noting that it marks a major milestone for indie internet horror and could bring the analog horror genre to mainstream audiences. It also discusses the potential challenges of adapting the series' unique format into a feature film.
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bskySteven Spielberg acquires rights to adapt YouTube horror series The Mandela Cataloguepolygon.comKey quotes
· 3 pulled'The Mandela Catalogue is a masterpiece of modern horror,' Spielberg said in a statement. 'Alex Kister has created something truly terrifying and original, and I can't wait to bring it to the big screen.'
'I grew up watching Spielberg movies,' Kister said. 'To have him adapt my work is surreal. I trust him to do something incredible with it.'
'This is a huge moment for indie horror on the internet,' said horror analyst Dr. Sarah Chen. 'It validates what creators have been doing on YouTube for years.'
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