Burns & Co. Secures Film Rights to The Mythmakers Graphic Novel

An animated feature adapted from John Hendrix’s beloved story that chronicles the friendship between J.R.R.Tolkien and C.S.Lewis is now in development. 
Aaron Burns’ Burns & Co.

has optioned the film rights to “The Mythmakers” by John Hendrix, the beloved graphic novel that chronicles the friendship between J.R.R.Tolkien and C.S.Lewis.

The work also shares insights into the creation of the masterworks (by Tolkien) and (by Lewis).“C.S.Lewis and J.R.R.

Tolkien’s works have inspired me for as long as I can remember,” said Burns.“When I read John Hendrix’s ‘The Mythmakers,’ I immediately knew that Burns & Co.needed to adapt it into an animated film as special as the book.

John’s words and images literally leap off the page, so I can’t wait to capture his creativity and craft a timeless film that families can enjoy for years to come.” “I am thrilled to have Burns & Co.adapting ‘The Mythmakers’ into a feature-length, animated film,” added Hendrix.“I knew from our first conversation that their team really understood the book and shared my love for the mythology behind Lewis, Tolkien, the Inklings, and the worlds they built together.” “ book itself was a five-year project, but in many ways, the story began in my own heart when I first read when I was 10 years old,” Hendrix continued.

“I am eager to see how the amazing team led by Aaron Burns translates that nostalgic wonder many of us share to a new audience, in a new medium.As Lewis and Tolkien have taught us, art gets better in community, and I'm excited to share this story with a larger fellowship on the big screen.” Burns will produce the film alongside Justin Strawhand and producer Angela Galgani Sullivan.Hendrix will serve as executive producer.

Strawhand will direct and develop the screenplay. Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—L'Wren brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.    
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