Sequels, Prequels and Re-makes; The Good and the Truly Awful
Sequels, Prequels and Re-makes; The Good and the Truly Awful
Never let it be said that there’s a lack of imagination in Hollywood. For every great film that comes out there’s someone happy to create a sequel, then another and, when the possibilities for sequels have run out, a prequel. Not to mention those that, rather than spin the yarn further forward or back are happy to simply rework a film.
Some sequels actually better the original film, though it is very rare. There are things to do that make a sequel a worthy investment both of studio money and audience attention. Sequels need to stay connected to the original story line (which is why the Indiana Jones trilogy, sorry – quadology, won’t be mentioned) and to take it and the characters further. It’s also important to maintain the same qualities that made the first film worthwhile.
The main characters need to be present too,
