Exciting news has surfaced for fans of the critically acclaimed video game Bloodborne. It’s reportedly being turned into a movie by Sony Pictures Entertainment, according to insider Daniel Richtman. The action-packed world of Bloodborne, created by FromSoftware, will come to life on the big screen, thanks to the creative talents of screenwriter Daren Lemke and producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura.
Both Lemke and di Bonaventura boast extensive experience in Hollywood. Lemke’s resume includes notable films like Shazam!, Shrek Forever After, and Gemini Man, in addition to contributing to Prime Video’s ongoing series, The Wheel of Time.
Meanwhile, di Bonaventura has made significant contributions to blockbuster franchises such as Transformers and G.I. Joe, solidifying his reputation as a seasoned producer in the industry.
Given the wealth of experience between them, there is no doubt they would do a great job of adapting Bloodborne for the big screen. However, Richtman’s report lacked a crucial detail: the director. This omission implies that Sony is yet to finalize its choice for the helm.
Bloodborne is widely regarded as one of the greatest video games ever made. When the game arrived in 2015, it received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and went on to win multiple awards and contend for that year’s biggest video game prize – Game of the Year award.
Beyond being a critic’s darling, the game also resonated with audiences, selling over a million copies within a month of its debut.
Over the years, fans have clamored for a Bloodborne remake, especially following the release of the PlayStation 5. Yet, FromSoftware, the game’s creators, have remained tight-lipped. However, that hasn’t stopped many fans from believing the studio will eventually yield to their requests, even though their fervency has only resulted in several unfounded rumors about the game.
Bloodborne isn’t entirely unplayable on the PlayStation 5. However, the gameplay is far from ideal due to the lack of a performance patch, which could elevate the game from its original 30fps and 720p resolution on the PS4 to a smoother 60fps and 1080p (and possibly 4K) resolution on the PS5.
While FromSoftware doesn’t seem interested in fulfilling this particular request just yet, Richtman’s news offers fans a silver lining.
Bloodborne’s Gothic ambiance and eerie themes form a perfect canvas for a cinematic masterpiece. Moreover, the timing couldn’t be better. Horror movies are enjoying an unprecedented golden era at the box office. Over the past year, they have consistently outperformed many mainstream blockbusters, capturing audience attention and boasting profitable box office revenues.
Besides, video game adaptations seem to be the next frontier for the movie industry, which has seen fewer people turn up in theaters recently. While some attribute the drop in theatergoers to superhero fatigue, there’s growing enthusiasm for video game adaptations. The success stories of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, 2023’s second highest-grossing film, and HBO’s critically acclaimed The Last of Us series, attest to the audience’s open-mindedness.
If Richtman’s report is true, then Bloodborne fans are in for a treat. Nevertheless, readers will do well to take the information with a grain of salt. After all, it is still only a rumor since until there is an official announcement from Sony.
