So reading about how @neilhimself torpedoed an old (and terrible) #SANDMAN script reminded me of a meeting in San Diego about 12 years ago, when I met with producers who wanted to option HOPE FALLS as a film.

And, as it's Friday, I thought I'd tell you about it.

1/ Obviously, no real names or companies mentioned. And I will point out right here that this, although is a rollercoaster story, is not the only time producers have gone off the rails with my work when suggesting ideas.

It's pretty much the norm.

Okay. Let's begin.

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