The Jackal: Original vs Remake - What Went Wrong?

One of the greatest political thrillers ever made… and the explosive 90s action remake that reimagined the assassin known only as The Jackal.In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we examine the gripping Cold War thriller The Day of the Jackal, based on the novel by Frederick Forsyth, before comparing it with the modern action remake The Jackal, starring Bruce Willis and Richard Gere.The 1973 original became famous for its meticulous realism and tense cat-and-mouse story as authorities attempt to stop a mysterious assassin plotting to kill the French president. The 1997 remake updates the concept with high-tech weapons, international espionage, and a very different take on the legendary killer.Mart and Trev break down the real-world inspirations, the suspense, the action, and the biggest differences between the films, asking whether the modern remake captures the same nail-biting tension or takes the story in a completely new direction.Does the 1973 classic still deliver the ultimate assassin thriller…or does the 1997 remake hit the target?The hunt for the Jackal begins.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 Podcast01:12 Exploring The Day of the Jackal20:33 The Jackal Remake Discussion31:34 Critique of Character Portrayals34:48 Technical Flaws and Stereotypes39:06 Comparative Analysis of Actors42:55 Storyline Structure and Character Dynamics46:18 Remake Necessity and Adaptation47:45 5 to 1: Bruce Willis59:53 Final Thoughts on The Jackal#thedayofthejackal #TheJackal #brucewillis #richardgere #edwardfox #politicalthriller #movieremakes #spymovies #classicmovies #thedejareview The Deja Review, remakes, reboots, The Jackal, film analysis, Mart and Trev