OK, Esai Morales playing Jessie is no Jack Klugman.
And Maury Chaykin playing Fats is no Jonathan Winters.
And writer George Clayton Johnson is no George Clayton Johnson.
Oh, wait, actually he is! Johnson’s original screenplay was used for this remake. That is very cool. But the fact that they used Johnson’s original discarded ending just makes it even more special. A wonderful mixture of the old with the new with the old, showing what could have been 25 years earlier.
I wasn’t even that thrilled with the original. Maybe that’s why I am so content with the remake. Reviews online are pretty mixed, so I guess my lowered expectations fit the bill.
It’s hardly worth writing up. Two guys play pool and talk. But it kept me engrossed the whole time. A worthy remake.
Other Stuff:
- Classic TZ connection: Duh.
I never saw the remake but I’ve always loved the original.
Yes! You’re back!
Finally I can get my dose of daily sass, sarcasm and sweet articles back (I thought spoilers first but thought it would make you not write about the endings to the episodes and I like to know everything. EVERYTHING).
Cheers my man!
Hey thanks! That’s great to hear!