Now having not seen the original, cannot make comparisons with this remake to the original. It also seems like majority of the negative reviews are from people comparing this remake to the original, and once this occurs, they instantly downgrade and nitpick the remake for every little detail that doesn't measure up to the original.
Did not know what exactly to expect and this film was quite more intriguing and thought provoking than having intended. With a relatively simple plot about a random group of men having to partake in a prison experience for money (14k cash) for 2 weeks. We knew that the craziness would ensure as things get settled in, and it doesn't take too long. It was predictable but that wasn't the purpose- that was expected. It is more of an underlying principle about how far people would go for money
The acting by both Adrien Brody and Forest Whitaker stood out as they made the film worth the watch (specifically Whitaker whose character goes through a strong change). Initially thought this film would be much more violent in terms of blood, guns, weapons and overall death. Not so much but the film most definitely progresses and the violence does turn up quite a notch.
The story isn't very much detailed but it does what its intended to and about 45 minutes or so (once Brody gets his head shaved) we noticed a strong shift in tone and the "real fun" begins. Then again after an hour or so (once Whitaker shaves his head).
Although the ending isn't the greatest and was somewhat questionable. Also raised a few questions. They didn't stay the full 2 weeks (14 days), lasting roughly 6 days. Then in a scene later showing them on the bus, we see Forest Whitaker holding a check with the 14k. It was bizarre in how they (assuming all of them) were rewarded the money even without staying the full 14 days.
Did not know what exactly to expect and this film was quite more intriguing and thought provoking than having intended. With a relatively simple plot about a random group of men having to partake in a prison experience for money (14k cash) for 2 weeks. We knew that the craziness would ensure as things get settled in, and it doesn't take too long. It was predictable but that wasn't the purpose- that was expected. It is more of an underlying principle about how far people would go for money
The acting by both Adrien Brody and Forest Whitaker stood out as they made the film worth the watch (specifically Whitaker whose character goes through a strong change). Initially thought this film would be much more violent in terms of blood, guns, weapons and overall death. Not so much but the film most definitely progresses and the violence does turn up quite a notch.
The story isn't very much detailed but it does what its intended to and about 45 minutes or so (once Brody gets his head shaved) we noticed a strong shift in tone and the "real fun" begins. Then again after an hour or so (once Whitaker shaves his head).
Although the ending isn't the greatest and was somewhat questionable. Also raised a few questions. They didn't stay the full 2 weeks (14 days), lasting roughly 6 days. Then in a scene later showing them on the bus, we see Forest Whitaker holding a check with the 14k. It was bizarre in how they (assuming all of them) were rewarded the money even without staying the full 14 days.