It’s an odd concept – but it’s quite possibly the most accurate movie adaptation of a video game to date. A text only “movie” of the popular 1980’s computer adventure game, Zork, is set for release in 2009.
Set in first person perspective, the game will be shot in full text video, and narrated by The Dark Knight actor and serial voice-over Morgan Freeman.
An early screen capture of the film has been circulated on the internet, sending gaming nerds into a frenzy.
"I'm glad they are keeping true to the spirit of the game. Had they given it to (House of the dead director) Uwe Boll, it would have been a nonstop frenzy of exploding grues," said Dan Pewters, a Zork player for over 17 years.
Lion’s gate films secretly acquired the rights to produce the adaptation, and are certainly aiming to make it a fan pleaser.
"It'll be like Morgan Freeman is sitting behind you reading the game as you play the perfect game. We think it'll be a dream come true for most Zorkers or Zorkies or whatever they call themselves," said Lion's Gate CEO Beverly Crocker.