Netflix has won a record-breaking auction for the film rights to the short story “I Am Not Alone,” with plans to turn the story into a star vehicle for actress Jessica Chastain. The film, which will be written and directed by Misha Green, will be a grounded science fiction horror tale that explores themes of isolation and survival.
“I Am Not Alone” is a short story by Canadian author Paul Tremblay, which tells the story of a woman who wakes up on a spaceship with no memory of how she got there. As she tries to piece together what has happened, she begins to realize that she may not be alone on the ship, and that there may be a sinister force at work.
The film adaptation of “I Am Not Alone” will star Jessica Chastain in the lead role, and will be written and directed by Misha Green, who is best known for her work on the TV series “Lovecraft Country.” The film will be produced by Chastain’s production company, Freckle Films, along with Roy Lee and Jon Berg.
The acquisition of the film rights to “I Am Not Alone” marks a significant win for Netflix, which reportedly paid a record-breaking sum for the rights. The film is expected to be a major addition to Netflix’s growing slate of original content, and could help to solidify the streaming service’s position as a major player in the film industry.
Overall, the news of Netflix’s acquisition of the film rights to “I Am Not Alone” underscores the growing importance of science fiction and horror in the film industry, as well as the increasing competition among streaming services for high-profile projects. With its all-star team of talent and its intriguing premise, “I Am Not Alone” is sure to be a highly anticipated release when it eventually makes its way to screens.