Remakes vs. Original Films

Recently there has been discussion that all horror movies are remakes, or rehashes of the same thing. This does happen a lot, but there are also plenty of new unique films released every year.

Every few years, a remake is created. Rather it be Friday the 13th, A Nightmare on Elm Street, or any other classic or well known film. On the other hand, every other month there is a completely new and
unique movie released! The two sides outweigh each other.

Here are the remakes that are expected to be released in the next two years.

• Poltergeist
• The Mummy
• Ghostbusters (If you count this as horror)
• Cabin Fever
• Friday The 13th

Now these are the only notable classic or well known properties that I could come up with. Now I may be missing a few so just to make it fair, i'll also include some sequels.

• Insidious Chapter 3
• Sinister 2
• Prometheus 2
• The Purge 3
• Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension
• The Conjuring 2: The Enfield Poltergeist
• Amityville: The Awakening

Now I'll a brief and extremely incomplete list of NEW and UNIQUE movies will be released in the new 2 years.

• The Pyramid
• Extraterrestrials
• Let Us Prey
• Seventh Son
• The Lazarus Effect
• Crimson Peak
• Spectacle
• Rings
• The Last Witch Hunter
• Before I wake
• The Visit
• Regression
• Dark Was The Night
• Silent Retreat
• Asmodexia
• Unfriended
• The Gallows
• Krampus
• Maggi
• It Follows
• Dead Rising
• 31
• Abattoir
• Clown

As you can see, this list could continue for a while. By no means are either lists fully complete. However, you could even look for yourself, and see that there is a vast amount of new conceptual films coming out. While just a few remakes are being produced.

Now this begs a new question, while also addressing the other side of this discussion. Why are remakes perceived as a bad thing? I see absolutely no issue with them in the first place. If a movie is so popular, famous, unique, and solid that it can be made again, with fresh ideas, and new individuals, then more power to them.

When it comes to this battle, I think that both sides have equal footing and reason for their opinion. No matter the case, enjoy movies, no matter if they're brand new, or remade. Because in the end, it IS a brand new production, with new efforts and passions put into it.

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Texas Chainsaw Masacre

Texas Chainsaw Masacre is right up there with the top few classic slasher movies. It's also known as one of the most gory and "messed up" films. This movies is one of the few who really started this "new" style of horror. Apart from the classic movie monsters, slashers are what really pushed horror forward. This franchise deserves credit, in my opinion.

Starting with the original version, this movie terrified its viewers. Leatherface, the chainsaw wielding main character struck fear into everyone. As the franchise evolved into what it is today, so did the genre.

This has always been one of my favorites. And it is actually one of the few cases, where I like the new remake more than the original. To see how far the franchise has grown is astounding.  To the left is the original movie poster, and to the right is the brand new version made in 2013.










 This has started off as a small time, lower budget film, and turned into a headlining star of the horror genre. It has been featured at major horror attractions (HHN), and Leatherface costumes can be found at any costume store. It has by far exceeded expectations. And an amazing legacy has been created. There are few that have not seen the films, and even fewer who have never heard of the franchise.

Every installment of Texas Chainsaw brings a new element, and will always be my favorite of all horror. I'm not easy to startle, but Leatherface manages to encompass every aspect that is perfect for terrifying viewers.

There are of course specific aspects of the film, besides the main character that have always stuck with me, and one, is the sounds. The soundtrack to this film is eerie from start to finish. And even more specifically, there is shutter effect in the film that has always caused a chill to run down my spin ever since I was little. You can hear what I'm talking about here.

Texas Chainsaw is a must see for any horror enthusiast, simply because it is a classic.

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The Devil's Rejects

In a previous post, I hit on the topic of Rob Zombie. Now I would like to take the time to specifically talk about one of his most popular films, The Devil's Rejects. 

First, let's discuss the characters. The films revolves around the Firefly family. They are a group of seriously demented individuals who bond over killing. You can also follow their story in a film titles The House of 1000 Corpses. 

I am a huge Rob Zombie fan, and was actually introduce to this movie before any other piece of his. This is not a movie to watch if you scare easily, or if harsh things bother you easily. This film oversteps all boundaries. In my opinion, this is a good thing.

It creates an entirely unique horror film, which I am always a fan of. There are also a variety of different characters, which are personally my favorite aspect. They all have amazing character development throughout the two movies, and each have their own distinct sick traits. While they all have the same common goal, they all have their own way of doing it. Here they are...
Mother Firefly

Captain Spaulding

Tiny

 Otis B. Driftwood

Baby

These are just some of the main characters in this film. Some issues in movies are that you can tell that the actors do not connect in the way that they should. This movie does not have this characteristic. Since they have worked together for many years while producing both this film and House of  1000 Corpses. 

As I said before, don't watch this film if you are easily shocked, or offended. This movie will for sure cause that, as well as most of Rob Zombies work. 

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