inksb wrote: ↑Thu Feb 10, 2022 4:22 pm
Just watched the trailer, doesn't look too shabby. Tbh I'm not the biggest fan of the original so for me this is a great remake opportunity rather than this....
I think this is exactly the difference here you hit the nail on the head. TCM has SO many remakes, reboots, sequels, sidequels , reimaginings etc etc etc. (and i'm only here for 1 and 2)
Firestarter has one movie that is sort of whatever. I love it, but i also recognize it as weirdly truncated and paced, and kinda just a mediocre effort despite some great moments, score, and source material. (also that strange TV sequel...).
Much like Salem's Lot, these are two of King's best IMO, and while i love both original films, neither are so sacred and faithful adaptations that i'm not at least excited to see someone else take a crack.