You often use science fiction as the means to pass your social
commentary. What is it about the science fiction genre that appeals to
you?
NICCOL: I think it was Sam Goldwyn who said ‘if you want to
send a message, call western union.” So my first obligation is to
entertain but as far as science fiction goes, it’s much easier to
comment on today from another time because people then aren’t focused on
‘did you get the details right?’ It’s sort of a Trojan horse approach
to ideas because it’s wrapped in the future, it’s wrapped in action,
thriller and Oh look – suddenly an idea popped out.
The next thing you’re working on is The Host, which you’re adapting. What is the process when you’re working with original material vs. adapting a pre-existing novel?
NICCOL: This is the first time I’m going to be directing
someone else’s story and it’s quite liberating actually because I don’t
have to make it up. It’s there. It’s very freeing. If you write and
direct it, it’s all your fault. There’s no one you can blame.
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