The Golden Compass (2007) / His Dark Materials (2019)
Side-by-side, shot-for-shot comparisons between different adaptations of the same work, originals and remakes, and works based on the same events. These videos are intended to illustrate the the unique vision of filmmakers and the variety of choices possible when creating a film or television show even when starting with the same source.
His Dark Materials (2019– )
Written by Jack Thorne
Based on the novel by Philip Pullman
Cinematography by Colin Watkinson
Production Design by Joel Collins
The Golden Compass (2007)
Directed by Chris Weitz
Screenplay by Chris Weitz
Based on the novel by Philip Pullman
Cinematography by Henry Braham
Production Design by Dennis Gassner
First edition cover of Northern Lights novel