Success of Original Movies vs. Remakes
The article discusses the success of original movies compared to their remakes, using examples such as 'Mean Girls', 'West Side Story', 'The Jungle Book', 'Pete's Dragon', 'Ghostbusters', 'Red Dawn', 'Point Break', and 'Conan the Barbarian'.
Key Points
- Original movies like 'Mean Girls', 'West Side Story', and 'Ghostbusters' outperformed their remakes at the box office
- Success of a movie is subjective and often debated among fans and critics
Pros
- Provides insight into the box office performance of original movies compared to their remakes
- Highlights the challenges faced by filmmakers when remaking beloved movies
Cons
- Limited focus on a few specific movie examples