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Enough is Enough! Why Hollywood Remakes Need to StopThough Hollywood remakes continue to have dismal, if not disastrous, results, there is still a steady flow of them making it to the big screen. Is it time for a new approach?
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'The Crow' Remake Gets Back on TrackAfter a year or so of delays due to legal issues, the remake of the 1994 classic is finally in a position to move forward.
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I Want to See a Black Woman as the Love Interest in a Remake of Pretty WomanI want to see a Black woman as the love interest in a remake of Pretty Woman
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Children’s Movie Classics and Their Reboots, Remakes, and SequelsHollywood often tries to revive tried-and-tested materials for remakes, sequels, and franchise reboots. -
Hailee Steinfeld May Become the Remake Queen by Starring in New Version of Stephen King's `Carrie'A big screen remake of "Carrie" is underway with the director of "Boys Don't Cry" and, possibly, Hailee Steinfeld taking over for Sissy Spacek. Stephen King's first novel has had a surprisingly long life including a Broadway musical and TV movie.
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1950s Monster Classics and Their RemakesThe 1950s ushered in an entire decade filled with monster movies that are now highly regarded cinema classics. Through the years, many of them have inspired filmmakers and film studios to produce motion picture projects of similar themes and formats. -
Will 2012 Be Any Different; Or Are More Remakes on the Horizon?Will 2012 be any different; or are more remakes on the horizon?
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December 20: 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' 1978 Remake UnleashedIn 1978, Jack Finney’s 'The Body Snatchers' invaded Earth for the second time. It was 33 years ago today that moviegoers had their first look at Philip Kaufman’s remake of 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers.'
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Clive Owen May Be Cast as Villain in `Oldboy' RemakeWe avoided the dreadful mistake of Will Smith being cast as the lead. Now comes word that Clive Owen could become the villain in the Hollywood remake of "Oldboy." This thing just keeps going more and more in the right direction.
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Kate Beckinsale Talks Fame, "Total Recall" RemakePutting her breathtaking looks on full display, Kate Beckinsale graces the cover of Flaunt magazine's Issue 118.
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Scott Disick Wanted for ‘American Psycho’ Remake: Casting the Rest of the Kardashian Clan in RemakesScott Disick could land the starring role in an 'American Psycho' remake. So what movie remakes could the other members of the Kardashian clan get cast in? -
Remake of American Psycho Pertinent Due to '80s Yuppie ReduxBret Easton Ellis' 1991 novel, set in the yuppie days of the late 1980s, was a controversial pop cultural phenomenon. Nine years later it was made into a controversial movie. While critics say it's too early to remake this icon, I disagree.
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Maybe the Remake of 'Starship Troopers' Will Get it Right This TimeThe story in Latino Review that a remake of 'Starship Troopers' is in the works should be greeted with cautious optimism. The previous, 1990s version with European goremeister Paul Verhoeven had a lot wrong with it.
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'Starship Troopers' Remake PlannedYet another sci-fi film from director Paul Verhoeven is getting the remake treatment. This time it's his big alien bug film.
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Movie Remakes and Their Effect on MeMy own humble opinion on movie remakes, past and present.
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An Open Letter to Hollywood Regarding RemakesA frank proposal to the powers that be in Tinsel Town: Why not make every film a remake? -
Would You Rather See Stephenie Meyer's `The Host' or a Lame Remake of Korea's `The Host'?Plans are on for another trilogy from Stephenie Meyer. "The Host" kicks things off.
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How to Remake a Video GameHollywood and the gaming industry have a lot in common--including a penchant for remakes and reboots of existing franchises. Here's a look at the best video game remakes and potential pitfalls.
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The Ten Movies I'd RemakeTen movies that I think should be remade.
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'Footloose' 2011: Craig Brewer Pulls Off a Respectable RemakeReviewing Craig Brewer's remake of "Footloose" which stars Kenny Wormald as Ren McCormack and Julianne Hough as Ariel. Were anybody other than Brewer directing this somewhat unnecessary remake, I would never have bothered watching it.
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Will You Watch Footloose (2011)?Will you watch Footloose (2011)?
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The Odds and Ends of Musical Remakes'Footloose' is hitting theaters on October 14, and viewers are going to get another addition to the long line of toe-tapping musical remakes. Here's a look back at a trend with a long history.
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Original Influences Proclaim 'Footloose' Remake a Huge Success'Footloose' is the latest remake of a classic '80s movie and actually improves upon the original film. With the people the story is based on in attendance, how did the screening of the movie turn out? -
Julianne Hough Makes Country Cool in 'Footloose' RemakeJulianne Hough, 23, stars in the remake of the 1984 cult movie, “Footloose,” due to hit the box office Friday. As a fan of the original film, I've been skeptical of this updated version. That would be like remaking “Fast Times at Ridgemont High.” -
American Comedies Remade by Asian FilmmakersHollywood hasn't had much success remaking Asian movies. How have Asian filmmakers done remaking Hollywood comedies?
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A Remake of “Scarface” is in Development: An Overworked Pop Culture Trend?It was only a matter of time before "Scarface" ended up on the list of future film remakes. But alas, this movie shall joins dozens of refurbished classics. Have directors finally reached the end of their creative ropes? -
'Straw Dogs' a Surprisingly Effective Remake“Straw Dogs” could have been your average bland remake of a movie that didn’t require one. Lurie however manages to make the material his own. Whatever flaws it may have, it’s still a strong action film which leaves its hooks in you. -
Please Remake These '80s MoviesWith '80s remakes filling the big screen, it's time for producers to consider some movies that offer clear room for improvement.
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Will the Hero of a New `Scarface' Remake Be Adopted as a Role Model by Disenfranchised Youth like Tony MontanaThe Al Pacino version of Scarface was a remake of a classic 1930s gangster movie, just in case you didn't know. Now comes word of another remake. -
Final Fantasy VII Remake InformationA look at recent discussions involving a possible Final Fantasy VII remake release in 2012. -
'Point Break' Remake Officially HappeningThe '90s action classic 'Point Break' is officially going to be remade courtesy of Alcon Entertainment. The press release is out; let the speculation begin.
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When Remakes Sound the Siren SongCan you capitalize on an audience favorite? Movie directors attempt to remake films, following the shiny lure of repeat success. They forget that the original actors might have just been the magic that created a blockbuster.
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Scream 4 Calls Out Hollywood for Lack of OriginalityAfter 11 years of waiting, the Scream franchise returned with yet another witty, sharp installment. The franchise known for making jabs at the horror genre did it once again, this time by tearing apart modern horror.
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Successful Horror Movie RemakesRemakes abound in Hollywood. Some of these remakes came from original ideas, while others were actually adaptations coming from books, graphic novels, TV series, video games, and other sources.
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Johnny Depp 'Thin Man' Remake: Less Drinking and Banter, More Fisticuffs?The idea that Johnny Depp is planning to play Nick Charles in a remake of 'The Thin Man,' the famous movies series about a retired police detective and his high society wife in the 1930s and 1940s, is certainly an intriguing one.
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Remakes: Quality or Loyalty?An article on remakes, especially in the horror genre, and the argument of whether or not they should be true to the original inspiration.
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The Worst Modern Remakes of Great Classic MoviesJust what are the most awful remakes of classic films? Read on.
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Why the 'Fright Night' Remake WorksThe latest Hollywood remake is in theaters, and would you look at that? It's good!
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Beyond 'Straw Dogs,' 'The Wild Bunch': A Smarter Approach to Remaking PeckinpahInstead of remaking a legendary director's classics, why not try improving upon his misfires?
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Anton Yelchin Continues to Develop into a Star in 'Fright Night' Remake'Fright Night' is the most recent remake of a classic horror movie, this one involving a teenager who finds himself in a fight with a vampire who moves in next door. The role is another example that lead actor Anton Yelchin is becoming a true star.
