Robocop: Original vs Remake - Night and Day Difference

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Part man. Part machine. All debate.In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we return to the crime-ridden streets of Detroit to compare the brutal sci-fi action classic RoboCop, directed by Paul Verhoeven and starring Peter Weller, with the modern reboot RoboCop, starring Joel Kinnaman.The 1987 original became a cult classic thanks to its ultra-violent action, sharp satire of corporate power, and the unforgettable story of Officer Alex Murphy rebuilt as the unstoppable cyborg law enforcer RoboCop. Nearly three decades later, the 2014 remake attempted to update the story with modern technology, drones, and a more serious take on the ethics of human-machine policing.Mart and Trev break down the action scenes, the iconic RoboCop design, the themes of corporate control, and the biggest differences between the films, asking whether the remake improves the concept or loses the biting satire that made the original legendary.Does the 1987 classic still serve the public trust…or does the 2014 remake upgrade the system?Dead or alive… the debate comes with us.Two long time friends, one podcast.This is The Deja Review.Enjoy the episode and remember to like, follow and tell your friends.As always a massive thank you to Little Foil Fish for our theme tune - @LittleFoilFish Mart & TrevSubscribe to our Podcast - ⁠ @TheDejaReview TIMESTAMP00:00 Introduction to Deja Review Podcast01:10 Exploring RoboCop: Background and Context03:06 The Making of RoboCop: Behind the Scenes06:13 Character Development and Casting Choices10:00 Special Effects and Cinematic Techniques16:00 Iconic Lines and Cultural Impact21:49 Themes of Violence and Society in RoboCop29:00 Legacy and Remakes of RoboCop38:15 Character Connections and Cameos41:13 Memorable Quotes and Iconic Lines44:06 Cultural Context and Film Release45:26 The 2014 Remake: A New Take on RoboCop49:18 Character Development and Changes52:12 Plot Complexity and Storytelling56:18 Visual Effects and Suit Design01:00:12 Character Dynamics and Performances01:05:12 Comparative Analysis: Original vs. Remake01:09:51 5 to 1: Gary OldmanRobocop original vs remakeRobocop 1987 vs 2014#robocop #moviepodcast #peterweller #nancyallen #joelkinnaman #garyoldman #RonnyCox #kurtwoodsmith #MiguelFerrer #michaelkeaton #AbbieCornish #jackieearlehaley #samuelljackson #filmchat #moviereview #movielovers #podcastrecommendations #RoboCop1987 #RoboCop2014 #paulverhoeven #scifimovies #cultmovies #movieremakes #80sMovies #thedejareview

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