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Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" to Finally Hit the Big Screen
Highly Anticipated Film Adaptation Casts Sebastian de Souza, Tom Hollander, and Shohreh Aghdashloo
Jack Thorne to Pen Screenplay Based on Bestselling Book
After years of anticipation, Paulo Coelho's beloved novel "The Alchemist" is finally set to be adapted into a feature film. The project, which was first announced in 2014, has cast Sebastian de Souza ("The Borgias"), Tom Hollander ("Bohemian Rhapsody"), and Shohreh Aghdashloo ("The Expanse") in lead roles.
Jack Thorne, the award-winning playwright and screenwriter known for his work on "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" and "His Dark Materials," will adapt Coelho's novel for the big screen. The film will follow the story of Santiago, a young shepherd who embarks on an extraordinary journey to seek a hidden treasure.
Coelho's novel, which has sold over 150 million copies worldwide, is a modern-day fable that explores themes of personal growth, following your dreams, and the importance of listening to your heart. It's considered one of the most influential books of all time and has been translated into over 80 languages.
The film adaptation of "The Alchemist" has been a long time coming, with various filmmakers and studios attempting to bring it to life over the years. The project is now being developed by Hill Valley Media and Storyteller Productions, and is expected to begin shooting later this year.
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