September 19th 2024.
Next up, the director of the original Speak No Evil film is making headlines for speaking out against the recently released remake. He's not holding back, slamming the decision to change the ending that he had carefully crafted.
The psychological thriller, which stars talented actors like James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Scoot McNairy, was just released last week. This version is a remake of the Danish movie of the same name, which first premiered in 2022. In this chilling story, two families become close while on vacation and later reunite in the UK. However, their reunion quickly turns into a nightmare when they find themselves trapped in a terrifying situation with their seemingly charming hosts, Paddy and Ciara.
When the remake was first announced, many people questioned why the director, James Watkins, and production company Blumhouse decided to take on this project. Now, the original filmmaker, Christian Tafdrup, is calling out the changes made to his ending in the new version. In a recent interview, he expressed his disappointment with the way his ending was made "less dangerous" in the remake.
He also shared his thoughts on American culture, saying that they are often raised on heroic tales where good triumphs over evil. He believes that this version of the film caters to that mindset. While he acknowledges that the remake is well-made and entertaining, he feels that it may not have the same level of intensity and danger as his original film.
Christian admitted that after seeing the finished product, he realized that his ending would never have been accepted by American audiences. He described the reaction to the remake as "over-enthusiastic," with people clapping, laughing, and whooping as if they were at a rock concert. In contrast, his original film left audiences traumatized.
In the Speak No Evil remake, James McAvoy delivers a standout performance as Paddy, the depraved father. Viewers were impressed by his portrayal of this unhinged and unsettling character. Interestingly, James had heard of the original movie but hadn't watched it before taking on the role. He only saw it after filming was completed.
When asked about the changes made to the ending, James shared that he was happy with the decision. He believes that the ending in the remake is more fitting for the dynamic between the American and English characters. He also praised the ending in the original film, saying that it works really well for that particular story.
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