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Vanilla Sky (2001)
A horrible remake
Several cultural nuances damage this americanized version of Abre Los Ochos beyond all hope. First, the cast chosen is roughly 10 years too old for their roles. In the original film, all characters were of the college age. Evidently, preserving this element would have introduced its own problems and cultural nuances. Younger actors would have had to act a bit more maturely than would be appropriate for their age. Therefore the directors have resorted to this trick of selecting older actors, which have resulted in an unfaithful, inauthentic adaptation. And it is reflected in the quality of the acting and in the awkwardness of the dialogue.
Paradise Lost: The Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills (1996)
Beyond "Deliverance"
Truth may be stranger than fiction, but the American courtroom is stranger, still. For the two hours during which I've watched this film I've gained a valuable insight into the nature of the witch trials. I feel powerless, as there is not much I can do to help these kids. But perhaps there is a lesson in it for us, and everyone who has seen the film should have taken some mental notes. First -- never name youself or your children 'Damien' -- especially if you live in the Bible Belt. And, as a general survival strategy, do not be the black sheep of the local community. There may come the time when your eccentric behavior alone will be used against you to sentence you to death.