🎬 Why Movie Remakes Do (and Don’t) Work | Red Dawn, Footloose, The Thing, Dawn of the Dead & More

Scott and I dive deep into Hollywood’s obsession with remakes — exploring why some reimaginings succeed while others crash and burn. We break down iconic examples like Red Dawn, Footloose, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Dawn of the Dead, The Thing, and War of the Worlds, comparing them to their originals and analyzing what worked, what failed, and why.

From changes in tone and casting to shifts in cultural relevance, we explore:

• What makes a remake worth doing
• Why nostalgia can be a double-edged sword
• How reboots sometimes surpass the original
• The dangers of losing the heart of the story

If you love movies, film history, and spirited debates about cinema, this episode is for you.