Tomi Adeyemi, the author of the novel “Children of Blood and Bone,” says her experience during the upcoming Paramount film adaptation was extremely distressing. In a video posted on TikTok, Adeyemi describes leaving the film set while “hyperventilating and sobbing,” and later characterizing the project as “the worst thing I’ve ever had to live through.” She also says, “I never want to hear about this project again,” emphasizing that she does not want to continue discussing it.
Both outlets report Adeyemi’s comments in relation to the film adaptation, which is set to star Viola Davis and Idris Elba. The Guardian additionally notes that her remarks follow a disagreement involving cast member Amandla Stenberg. Beyond Adeyemi’s personal account, the reports do not include further detail on the specific reasons for the distress or any response from the production or cast.
