Film Adaptation of Martha is Dead in the Works

The psychological thriller Martha is Dead, developed by LKA, is set to be adapted into a feature film through a partnership between Studios Extraordinaires, the game's publisher Wired Productions, and the Italian studio. Studios Extraordinaires, a Swedish production company, will lead the project, with André Hedetoft and Andreas Troedsson at the helm as co-directors. Hedetoft has also penned the script, while Troedsson will oversee the cinematography. According to Leo Zullo, Managing Director of Wired Productions, the game's captivating storyline and distinctive setting make it an ideal candidate for a film adaptation. Zullo expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating that it will result in a groundbreaking cinematic experience that blends the artistic elements of gaming and filmmaking. Luca Dalcò, founder and director of LKA, shared his enthusiasm, noting that every aspect of Martha is Dead was crafted with precision and care, with a cinematic quality in mind. He described the opportunity to bring the game to life as a film as a dream come true. Currently, Studios Extraordinaires is also working on an adaptation of the sci-fi horror game Fort Solis. Martha is Dead was initially released in February 2022 on major platforms and later became available on Amazon Luna in October 2022. The game received the award for Best Innovation at the 2022 Italian Video Game Awards.