The Fog Film Analysis

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In terms of a remake, especially with film, one is expected to reboot and refresh the original. This can be divided into aspects regarding the plot, cinematography, actor choice, etc. In the case of both John Carpenter’s versions of the Fog, many critics and myself agree that the 2005 version did not do its best in revamping the original. It did not reboot nor refresh the original 1980 film and so has made itself into a not so great remake. This can be argued for many modern remakes of films, especially for ghost stories. There is only so much that can be changed. THESIS. When comparing these two films, there is something that makes the comparison unique. John Carpenter was highly involved in both films. Carpenter directed the 1980 version and produced the 2005 remake. This is not always the case and for that reason critics had more fuel to attack the 2005 version. Also, given Carpenter’s role in the genre, it was even more shocking he did not follow up with a better version with a dramatically increased budget. The first version of the Fog was a tolerable movie. It had an okay set of actors and a favorable cinema. Unfortunately, the remake did the predictable and did what would …show more content…

The twenty-five-year difference in film special effects was noticeable. This however does not justify the fog’s lack of scare factor. When the fog first appears, I must admit the ominous nature of it was unsettling however as its revealed that the real villains are some type of handless silent individuals it was truly upsetting. Even with the limitations, I believe a more terrifying villain could been achieved. Furthermore, the choice of these villains is almost comical as its clear their greatest obstacle is opening doors. Whether or not the budget was the greatest restraint, I believe the original version may have benefitted more by not showing these masked wannabe pirates. It would have made the fog more

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