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I've wanted this movie to be remade since 1975!


When I was a kid I saw the original movie in the theater twice because
I thought the CONCEPT was a great idea. But at the same time, I HATED
the stupid, inept actions and dialog of the four main characters.
Even as a kid, I knew the audience was much smarter than any one of
these losers. I typically cringe at remakes of classic horror films
using dumb teens in lead roles but in this case, a remake can do little
harm to the characters unless the filmmakers abandon the chase concept
altogether. So unless the previews for the new film just look
ridiculous, I for one will be in line to see this remake when/if it
gets made.

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What a load of bullocks, this movie certainly doesn't require a boisterous nowadays remake starring pathetic hip-hop stars turned actor/actress. "Race with the Devil" nearly hasn't dated and it looks as awesome and visually impressive as ever.

Gee they're good at playing dead, aren't they?

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Why remake it? What's wrong with the movie as it is? Why not make something NEW and ORIGINAL instead of rehashing others works.

I haven't been to see a new movie since January 2006 and from the looks of what's playing at the local cinema, that ain't changing anytime soon. All that's there are remakes and sequels.

If a movie was good the first time around, why mess with success?

If a movie stunk the first time around, why waste the effort?

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