The adaptation of Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky's comic is moving forward strongly. Prime Video has confirmed that Nia DaCosta, known for The Marvels and Candyman, will be at the helm of the initial episodes of this series, which promises to adapt the irreverent tone and original premise of the work: a couple that stops time every time they have sex.
Production and adaptation of the comic to series format 🎬
DaCosta will direct the first episodes and also serve as executive producer. The series, developed by Fraction, seeks to translate Zdarsky's dynamic visual style to the screen. The narrative is expected to maintain the comic's chapter structure, with time jumps and slowed-down action sequences. Prime Video has not revealed the cast or release date, but production is already in the technical pre-production phase.
The dilemma of stopping time without pausing the embarrassment 😅
The premise sounds great on paper, but in real life, stopping time after the act can be a problem. Imagine having to freeze the moment just when your partner asks if you should turn off the light or if you left the toilet seat up. DaCosta faces the challenge of making all this not look like a lubricant commercial with special effects. At least the writers won't have to worry about dead time.