The Crow: Original vs 2024 Remake – What Went Wrong?

One tragic cult classic. One controversial modern remake. But can The Crow ever truly be reborn?In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we revisit the dark gothic masterpiece The Crow, starring Brandon Lee as the vengeful Eric Draven, before comparing it with the modern reboot The Crow, starring Bill Skarsgård.The 1994 film became a cult legend thanks to its haunting atmosphere, unforgettable soundtrack, and the tragic story surrounding Brandon Lee’s final performance. Decades later, the 2024 remake attempts to bring the story back to life with a darker tone, modern visuals, and a new interpretation of the revenge tale based on the graphic novel by James O'Barr.Mart and Trev break down the style, the performances, the music, the action, and the biggest differences between the two films, asking whether the remake honours the original legacy or if some stories should never be retold.Does the 1994 classic still fly above the rest…or does the 2024 remake rise from the grave?It can’t rain all the time… but the debate never stops.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 and Spoiler Alert05:57 Brandon Lee's Tragic Death and Its Impact11:49 The Soundtrack and Its Cultural Significance14:45 Sequels and Remakes: The Crow's Legacy18:09 Character Development and Performances20:55 Thematic Elements and Symbolism23:48 Child Actors and Their Career Paths27:12 Film Techniques and Cinematic Style32:37 Reverse Slasher Perspective34:14 Character Flashbacks and Storytelling35:40 The Crow's Powers and Character Development37:39 The Crime Boss Hierarchy39:31 The Church Confrontation40:58 The Role of the Skull Cowboy42:45 Final Confrontation and Themes of Pain44:08 Introduction to the 2024 Remake46:00 Character Dynamics in the Remake49:21 Plot and Pacing Issues52:14 Symbolism of the White Horse55:30 Action Sequences and Character Depth57:52 Injuries and Pain in the Remake01:00:14 The Role of Shelley's Mother01:02:10 Deals with the Devil and Corruption01:03:35 Special Effects and Visuals01:06:01 Makeup and Character Design01:09:20 Plot Holes and Character Relationships01:11:43 Action Sequences and Graphic Violence01:14:59 Ending Analysis and Character Arcs01:17:45 Soundtrack and Cinematic Elements01:20:09 Pacing Issues and Character Development01:24:52 Final Thoughts and Comparisons01:32:27 Future of the Franchise#thedejareview #moviepodcast #thecrow #BrandonLee #RochelleDavis #ErnieHudson #MichaelWincott #DavidPatrickKelly #MichaelMassee #TonyTodd #BillSkarsgård #FKAtwigs #DannyHuston #JosetteSimon #LauraBirn #SamiBouajila