'Vincent' drops in word on another kiddie fantasy adaptation in the works:
"I am a communications major at Seton Hall University. Last week for our winter convocation, the university had author Da Chen speak to our class about a book we had to read over the summer called "Sounds of the River."
Anyway, towards the end of discussion, he mentioned that he now has begun writing fiction novels, the first being "Wandering Warrior." He stated that Warner Bros. has just recently optioned the book and basically said that the studio loves it because they consider it an epic Chinese "Harry Potter"-like project. He also added that "everything is Harry Potter" these days".
For those who haven't heard of it, the story is set in a mythic Chinese past where young Luka lives as a wandering beggar, although his protector, the Buddhist monk Atami, tells him he is destined to be emperor. Atami teaches the boy the basics of kung fu which Luka soon uses against the evil Mogo usurper Ulanbaat Ghengi.
Captured and separated from Atami, Luka awaits execution in prison, where he meets Gulan, Atami's kung fu master, who helps him escape and find his way to a hidden monastery. As Gulan hovers on the brink of death, Luka deepens his skills, preparing for his final confrontation with Ghengi.
Thanks to 'VB'.
