According to reports, screenwriter David Hayter ("Watchmen") will adapt Image Comics' 4-volume graphic novel series "The Sword" by Jonathan and Joshua Luna, for Lakeshore Entertainment as a big screen feature:
"...'Dara Brighton', a disabled young girl leads a mundane existence until her family is found dead, victims of a supernatural trio of killers.
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"Dara then discovers her father's ancient sword not only restores her ability to walk, but grants her a constantly evolving array of spectacular physical powers.
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"With her new weapon in hand, and two faithful friends at her side, Dara embarks on a journey to hunt down and destroy her family’s assassins..."
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"David has a proven track record of bringing the multifaceted, beloved characters of graphic novels to mainstream audiences," said Lakeshore's Tom Rosenberg, "and we’re excited that he’ll be joining us for 'The Sword'.
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"Lakeshore has a history of delivering large-scale genre films at a budget that enables our international independent distributors to participate, and 'The Sword' will provide that opportunity."
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