Jackie Phamotse’s book series, BARE, is finally set to make its long-anticipated debut as a TV series. After three years of swirling rumors and speculation on social media, the dream has now transformed into a concrete reality.
Jackie, a vibrant 34-year-old author, shared her insights with the Daily Sun about the journey and why it took this long for her book to hit the TV screens.
She began by revealing the challenges she encountered in the initial stages of negotiations with several production companies. Over the past three years, Jackie had been in discussions, but they often reached an impasse due to disagreements on key issues. The sticking point was the demand from these production companies to acquire the copyright of her work, a condition that would have left her with limited control over publishing and licensing.
Jackie, after consulting with her therapist, recognized the implications of such an arrangement. It meant surrendering the right to use her own name freely and having to seek permission from the production company for any use. This loss of creative autonomy did not sit well with her, and she was determined to retain control over her intellectual property. Therefore, she decided to bide her time until the right opportunity presented itself.
One exciting aspect of this project is Jackie’s active involvement in the TV series. She emphasized her role in the scriptwriting team and the casting process. Ensuring that the essence of her books (BARE) remains intact. While some scenes have been omitted, the core narrative remains faithful to her original story. Jackie’s motivation for this level of participation was to maintain the authenticity of the story. Ensure that it resonates with her readers just as the book did.
Currently, they are in the midst of casting and are actively seeking fresh talent. Jackie expressed her desire to break away from the industry practice of recycling familiar faces and to infuse the series with the vitality of young, new talent. The auditions are open until September 22nd, with actors encouraged to submit their audition tapes via email.
As for where the TV series will be available for viewers to enjoy. Jackie remained tight-lipped, only revealing that it won’t be on a conventional TV channel. Instead, it will be accessible through a streaming platform. Hence, the production has inked a contract for the adaptation of the first book in the series. The future of the series will depend on its reception and success.
It’s important to note that the BARE series comprises four books. Lastly, promising an extended and engaging narrative that fans of the books can eagerly anticipate seeing come to life on the small screen. Jackie Phamotse’s journey from book author to TV series creator. Is a testament to her unwavering dedication to preserving the essence of her work while embracing new media opportunities. As the series takes shape. It holds the promise of captivating a wider audience and introducing a fresh wave of talent into the entertainment industry.
