I hate remakes. I hate the notion that our generation is so devoid of original ideas that we have to take classics and rework them with modern day actors and add our nouveau technology to make cinema. Bullshit. I also hate the fact that big executives who never pay to see a movie think that we only go to the theater to be awed by the newest scientific advancements (ahem...James Cameron) and that a great story can't stand the test of time. It can! I love the original Clash of the Titans. I loved the story, the mythology and the stop motion animation employed by Ray Harryhausen. Based on the myth of Perseus, son of Zeus, and his endeavor to beat the Krakken, Clash of the Titans is also a love story with some really ugly chicks (I'm referring to you, Medusa). Even when I watch the movie today, I still get goosebumps at the sight of the gorgon. I'm more awed by the fact that they were able to tell that story without today's technology; and to do it beautifully. This movie is a relic and a cult favorite, so stop fucking with it. If you've never seen it, save your money at the theater and peep this fan made trailer with Harry Hamlin wearing next to nothing, with a serious perm.
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