I had the chance to watch this on tv and I have to say remaking this was a terrible idea. Aside from having gaping plot holes due to the 'hollywood ending', this weak remake isn't worth watching at all, despite starring Matthew Broderick and Chris Walken. Really, the ending is what disappointed me the most, other than the fact that it wasn't funny or scary, even though it attempted to be sort of a light comedy/horror spoof. Instead of updating upon the ideas from the original script to fit modern times, the show was focused mostly on making the twist work, and the plot is wasted on what could have been a brilliant satire on the social expectations of men and women. No doubt the original is way better, and this remake was done purely in the interests of making some fast cash for the producers. Still, nice art direction, and Nicole Kidman is good eye candy, if nothing else.
2/5 stars
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