Summary
AMistbornmovie has been in development hell for a while now, but I’m holding out hope that we’ll seeBrandon Sanderson’s booksadapted one day — andthe series' opening makes me want a movie or TV show even more badly. There are many powerful moments throughoutthe first threeMistbornbooks, but there’s no denying that Sanderson’s fantasy series starts with a bang.The Final Empire’s prologue is instantly gripping, and things only get more exciting from there. This is precisely whyMistbornis a highly praised fantasy series that’s often recommended to new readers.
Although there arechallenges to adaptingMistborn— fromSanderson’s detailed magic systemto the story’s greater connections to the Cosmere — it’s genuinely one of the best fantasy series for the big screen. The way Sanderson writes everything from character interactions to major fight sequences feels cinematic. AndMistborn’s opening would likely sell viewers on a movie or TV showimmediately. It certainly sold me on the book, making me want to see the prologue play out in live-action.
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The Final Empire’s Prologue Makes Me Want A Mistborn Movie Or Show So Badly
Kelsier’s Opening Sequence Is Too Great To Not Be Adapted
The Final Empireopens with an intense prologue, andKelsier’s entrance is one of the most memorable scenes of the entire series. The firstMistbornbook starts from the perspective of Lord Tresting, a cruel nobleman who abuses the Skaa forced to work on his estate. He notes that one of them smiles at him in defiance, and this is the first of many acts of rebellion Kelsier commits throughout Sanderson’s series. Later on, Kelsier reveals himself to the Skaa who work for Lord Tresting, pushing them to rise up against the nobleman.
Kelsier is a force from his very first scene inMistborn,and I couldn’t help but get invested in his cause.
Kelsier is a force from his very first scene inMistborn,and I couldn’t help but get invested in his cause. With Lord Tresting having Skaa beaten and assaulting their daughters,The Final Empire’s prologue is incredibly grim. However,Kelsier brings a spark of hope that truly leaves an impression. It’s darkly satisfying when he takes matters into his own hands, eliminating Lord Tresting and the evil men who support and protect him. The entire sequence is cinematic, and it makes me want a TV show or movie. I have little doubt this would make a fantastic opening for either.
Why This Mistborn Scene Would Be The Perfect Opening For A TV Or Movie Adaptation
The Prologue Perfectly Sets Up The Rest Of Brandon Sanderson’s Story
Mistborn’s prologue would make a perfect opening for a TV or movie adaptation for multiple reasons, the biggest being that it’s shocking and gripping. Even with no knowledge of Sanderson’s world or story, viewers would want to know what happens next after seeing the first scene play out in live-action. Morally gray characters tend to make compelling leads, andI believe a TV show or movie would win viewers over just by showing Kelsier in action. This wouldn’t be a slow start to the series, either. It would promise an action-packed ride from the very beginning.
The Final Empire’s opening also perfectly establishesMistborn’s story and world, depicting everything that’s wrong with the titular kingdom long before Sanderson gets into specific details. The Skaa’s terrible circumstances set the stakes for the narrative, highlighting why a revolution is so necessary. While we don’t follow Kelsier as he kills Lord Tresting in the book, a movie or TV series could also show this moment. This would set up the magic system as well, with Kelsier using his Allomancy to make his statement. Adapted for the screen, this moment would make a movie or show easier to follow.
Mistborn’s Best Scenes Make Me Wonder How It Hasn’t Been Adapted Yet
There Are So Many Cinematic Moments From The Fantasy Series
Mistborn’s opening makes me want an adaptation, but it’s far from the only scene that proves the series would excel as a movie or TV show.Sanderson’s books have no shortage of cinematic moments, from Vin’s fight with the Lord Ruler to her epic return to Luthadel inThe Well of Ascension.With the right budget and effects, all of these scenes would look amazing on-screen. They’d easily setMistbornup to become one of the most popular fantasy adaptations of all time.
Mistborn’s opening makes me want an adaptation, but it’s far from the only scene that proves the series would excel as a movie or TV show.
In fact, if general audiences got to experienceMistbornon the big or small screen,I believe they’d enjoy it as much asGame of Thrones.AMistbornmovie could even set fantasy projects upto be as big as superhero movies. There’s so much action and emotion packed into Sanderson’s pages that a proper adaptation would have to be a success. Unfortunately, it’s not entirely clear ifMistbornwill get one of those — but I’m keeping my fingers crossed.
