A legendary murder mystery. One famous train journey. And two star-studded adaptations of one of the greatest detective stories ever written.

In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we step aboard the luxurious Orient Express to compare the classic mystery Murder on the Orient Express, starring Albert Finney as the brilliant detective Hercule Poirot, with the modern remake Murder on the Orient Express, directed by and starring Kenneth Branagh.

Based on the famous novel by Agatha Christie, the 1974 film became a beloved classic thanks to its incredible ensemble cast and faithful adaptation of one of the most famous twists in mystery fiction. Over forty years later, the 2017 remake brought the story back with modern visuals, a new interpretation of Poirot, and an all-star cast.

Mart and Trev break down the iconic mystery, the performances, the clues, and the famous ending, exploring whether the remake captures the elegance and suspense of the original or takes the detective story in a new direction.

Does the 1974 classic still solve the case…

or does the 2017 remake uncover something new?

All aboard… the mystery begins.

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TIMESTAMP

00:00 Introduction to Deja Review

01:11 Exploring the Original Murder on the Orient Express

02:34 The 2017 Remake: A New Take on a Classic

03:32 Comparing Performances: Finney vs. Branagh

08:50 Character Dynamics and Changes

12:12 Plot Differences and Continuity Errors

20:22 Emotional Depth in Character Portrayals

25:09 Final Thoughts on Cast and Legacy

30:57 Character Development in Film Adaptations

33:50 Music and Soundtrack in Film

35:45 Cinematography and Filming Techniques

39:08 Character Connections and Storytelling

42:59 Comparative Analysis of Poirot Portrayals

46:44 Adaptation of Classic Literature

49:57 5 to 1: Michelle Pfeiffer

58:34 Critique of Recent Films

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