Mark Kermode reviews the reboot of Total Recall. Douglas Quaid begins to suspect his is a spy after a visit to Rekall goes wrong, and he finds himself on the run.
Verhoeven's version is actually a lot closer to the original Philip K. Dick story than this new version, which takes a lot more from Verhoeven than from Dick, including its title (the original story was not called Total Recall).
I admit my physics knowledge is poor. But basic math tells me the lift would have to average 40,000 km/h to make that trip in 20 minutes as the film states. Did Newton ever calculate what the stresses of deceleration would be? The lift did set up that wonderful zero-G action sequence in the middle, but raised more questions. If they can build & maintain a 13,000 km elevator shaft, why can't they clean up the rest of the planet? Or build underground colonies?
I can't think of one reason to see this film. I watched the 1990 version not a month ago and it's still among my favourite action/sci-fi films. Absolutely no appeal for me and reviews are not in it's favour.
I still thinking have a problem why this remake didn't go to Mars or that Quaid wasn't an office clerk like in the book. I had no problem with Colin Farrell playing Quaid but he could of been a clerk as he is a good actor. Also the 12A was a problem.
AH, I was listening so intently during Kermode's synopsis since I have seen the original a few times and have never once understood the plot of the movie. kermode failed me, of course, never even describing the conflict of the movie. I cannot understand in the original film, what is the "shit" that hits the fan that kick starts the action movie that is "Total Recall." I don't get it. He goes to a place where they implant memories and then Wala! - an action movie springs out of nothing!
I have to disagree about Underworld 2. I thought it was pretty intense, partially because it didn't waste much time on the predictable story established in the first, but instead went for all-out action. However, Wiseman also directed the horrendous Die Hard 4, and for that I can never forgive him.
in the original the one problem I had was that mars seemed to have the same gravity as earth when in reality the gravity of mars is much weaker. Other than that, the original is an excellent movie.
the issue i had with it that there was no satire which is in the original 1990 film and the original source material. And with no use of the planet Mars in there lacked the racial discustion undertone the story was about.
Exactly... literally two words from the original film, more memorable than the entire remake movie. This was a disgraceful film, a cash grab with talentless hacks at the helm.
The film is well casted, well acted & stylish, however the film’s underwritten, poorly directed, cheap & is an unfocused remake. (36%) (2/5 stars) (mixed to negative)
i agree its not a terrible movie but it is a forgettable movie...it lacks the humour , style, memorable script and quirky character development of the original, woman with 3 boobs need i say more :))...ok so it has amazing cgi effects but thats all it has and the days when thats all a movie needs to impress are long gone
Egalitarian means unbelievable. I thought Sharon Stones character was one of the most interesting parts the original. Now you just have a women playing a man .
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Verhoeven's version is actually a lot closer to the original Philip K. Dick story than this new version, which takes a lot more from Verhoeven than from Dick, including its title (the original story was not called Total Recall).
"Farrell COULD be a genuine blue collar schlub"
Backhanded compliment if ever there was one.
I kinda liked the remake , but it badly missed the badass MICHAEL IRONSIDE character
'...boring life..' but married to Kate Beckinsale . So um, swings and roundabouts.
I admit my physics knowledge is poor. But basic math tells me the lift would have to average 40,000 km/h to make that trip in 20 minutes as the film states. Did Newton ever calculate what the stresses of deceleration would be?
The lift did set up that wonderful zero-G action sequence in the middle, but raised more questions. If they can build & maintain a 13,000 km elevator shaft, why can't they clean up the rest of the planet? Or build underground colonies?
The original was great fun see no reason to see this one
Your response made me chuckle.
I can't think of one reason to see this film. I watched the 1990 version not a month ago and it's still among my favourite action/sci-fi films. Absolutely no appeal for me and reviews are not in it's favour.
I still thinking have a problem why this remake didn't go to Mars or that Quaid wasn't an office clerk like in the book. I had no problem with Colin Farrell playing Quaid but he could of been a clerk as he is a good actor. Also the 12A was a problem.
Looking forward to your review of Dredd!
No need for that. Also why the question mark at the end?
i'd love to know what kermode thinks of luke scott's (ridley's son) short, film 'loom'
I get all the Rick Wakeman references. Should I be concerned? LOL
Be proud
I liked the Arnie version but i personally preferred this version.
suppose it all comes down to taste. i really enjoyed it.best thing to do is to go and watch movies and make your own mind up
Man you just dissed the Daleks, you bad man :)
Did he died?
A bit harsh don't you think?
John Carter effect I guess; Hellboy 3 is seriously struggling for backing right now, for example.
AH, I was listening so intently during Kermode's synopsis since I have seen the original a few times and have never once understood the plot of the movie. kermode failed me, of course, never even describing the conflict of the movie. I cannot understand in the original film, what is the "shit" that hits the fan that kick starts the action movie that is "Total Recall." I don't get it. He goes to a place where they implant memories and then Wala! - an action movie springs out of nothing!
I have to disagree about Underworld 2. I thought it was pretty intense, partially because it didn't waste much time on the predictable story established in the first, but instead went for all-out action.
However, Wiseman also directed the horrendous Die Hard 4, and for that I can never forgive him.
Yes i guess you are right . I will leave TheAmerican732 to flounder in his own frustrating puberty blue's. Thank you for the advice
in the original the one problem I had was that mars seemed to have the same gravity as earth when in reality the gravity of mars is much weaker. Other than that, the original is an excellent movie.
the issue i had with it that there was no satire which is in the original 1990 film and the original source material. And with no use of the planet Mars in there lacked the racial discustion undertone the story was about.
I agree with the review.
I liked the film
That too.
too right mate. bourne legacy was a far superior action movie
now now don,t you be getting all upset petal
Kate Beckinsale made this movie.
She is hot but Sharon Stone was much hotter!
LOL. What a shit comeback. BOOM OWNED.
love the truth
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Exactly... literally two words from the original film, more memorable than the entire remake movie. This was a disgraceful film, a cash grab with talentless hacks at the helm.
Didn't say it was good, just said is was superior to Total Recall.
Hogwash!
what.;s my name ?
The film is well casted, well acted & stylish, however the film’s underwritten, poorly directed, cheap & is an unfocused remake. (36%) (2/5 stars) (mixed to negative)
i agree its not a terrible movie but it is a forgettable movie...it lacks the humour
, style, memorable script and quirky character development of the original, woman with 3 boobs need i say more :))...ok so it has amazing cgi effects but thats all it has and the days when thats all a movie needs to impress are long gone
The first one was bad enough.
Egalitarian means unbelievable. I thought Sharon Stones character was one of the most interesting parts the original. Now you just have a women playing a man .
what? have u seen the original? funny, yes. decent no!
awefull film.cgi only and unexciting action scenes
Take off your rose tinted glasses the original was terrible