5 Remakes that are better than the original !!!

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Jai Gulabani


On every occasion when a remake is announced of an older but much beloved film, it is considered as the industry's lack of originality. Although the need to remake classic movies is much debated, the reality is that box office numbers dominate creativity and there is a market of younger audiences who will gladly watch the updated remake version.

But the real reason to remake a film should be to add a new dimension to the already known story with a new director and actors who can bring their own stamp of creativity to the film. These remakes that surpass the original are the ones that can be considered as legitimate remake/updates to the same story.

Here is list of 5 remakes that are way better than the original.

5. True Lies (1995)

An unofficial remake of the French thriller La Totale (1991) about a character who lives his life as a commoner but in reality is a secret spy for the government.  Directed by James Cameron on a massive budget starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jamie Lee Curtis, True Lies went on to become a modern Hollywood classic.

4. The Thing (1982)

Directed by the master of horror John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell in his first blockbuster role. This 1982 update of the 1951 film of the same name is still one of the scariest sci fi horror movies of all time. 

3. Ocean's Eleven (2001)

Featuring an all star ensemble cast from the last few decades. This 2001 heist film surpassed the original film made in 1960 by miles. 

2. True Grit (2010) 

The original one made in 1969 starred the legendary John Wayne and is still considered one of the best western films ever made. However, the Coen Bros. did something special with the 2010 version and found worldwide success and picked up a few Oscars as well.

1. Scarface (1983)

Who can forget Al Pacino's iconic portrayal of Tony Montana in this masterpiece by Brian De Palma. Very few know that this was actually a remake and the original was released way back 1932.

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