Sony pictures has announced that a big screen adaptation of Wildstorm comics' The Boys is in the works. The super-violent series follows the exploits of a squad of superhero CIA agents who are charged with the duty of keeping watch on other superheroes, and using deadly force whenever necessary.As interesting as this property sounds, I'm very nervous as to whether or not the pro-PG13 Dark Knight copycat machine will allow it to be made in the horrifically R-rated fashion that the materials calls for. And second, writers Matt Manfredi and Phil Hay of Aeon Flux and The Tuxedo are handling the adaptation, which doesn't bode well for my confidence either. No director has been attached the project.
All misgivings aside, this will be an interesting one to follow as it progresses. Here's hoping for a pleasant surprise.
