You must forgive me if I’m crying, but I just found out that Hollywood is working on a NeverEnding Story remake. I’m not going to recap the plot of the original for you, because if you haven’t seen it, I don’t believe you have a pulse. However, for the quick reminder, its the 80’s movie with the flying dog-looking “luck dragon.”
“They” claim that this new interpretation will be more like the book. That the new movie will be a closer adaptation of the source material. It’s not so much that I’m upset they’re remaking THIS movie, (although I clearly AM upset). I am more upset that it seems like every movie that comes out anymore is a remake! Doesnt anyone write anything good anymore? Everything that hits theaters seems to be a rip off of something else.
The 80’s are hot right now, but do we really need to see it all again? Wasn’t once enough? Isn’t it enough to just cherish the great movies and cartoons of childhood? Why must Hollywood remake everything? Do we have no original ideas anymore? Do we really have to squeeze every last penny out of every idea anyone has ever had?
More importantly… Why do we all continue to support this recycling with our money? Seriously. We really didnt need the shot for shot remake of Psycho and we dont need this. I beg you now to not go see the Karate Kid remake or Footloose. Please avoid this NeverEnding Story remake. Enjoy the original for what it was. In fact, stop seeing stupid movies all together. Please!?
What upcoming rip offs and remakes are you most dreading?
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