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Being that the original is my all-time favorite, I had certain doubts about this remake. There were some changes from the original movie. However, if it was a 100% replica of the original, it would have been pointless. The fact that some things were added and changed gave it a fresh appearance. Ironic, isn't it? All of the new stars excelled in their roles. Vince Vaughn made a convincing Norman Bates. Anthony Perkins wouldn't be turning in his grave. Anne Heche was wonderful as the ill-fated shower victim, I wish Janet Leigh shared my enthusiasm. Now, I really love the idea of them remaking it because it had the same effect it had back in 1960. It's not better than the original, and as the filmmakers said,"We're not trying to make it better, we're complementing it." That was absolutely correct. The fact that Gus Van Sant and the cast came forward and made such a bold and risky project makes me have so much respect for them because they're pushing the envelope. That's what filmmaking's all about. My friends now want to watch the original because of how well-made the remake was. It's almost as good as the original, my congratulations to Gus Van Sant, Vince Vaughn, Anne Heche and the rest of the cast and crew for a job well-done. Alfred Hitchcock would have been proud.

I believe in giving bad movies a chance. I wanted to like "The Waterboy" and I went in with a positive attitude. Then... Adam Sandler spoke. I can't tell you how much I cringed whenever he spoke. I have lived in the South and no one is that ridiculous in their accent. This is, by far, his absolute worst movie. His ONLY funny movie was "Bulletproof," and that wasn't even that good. The only person I was interested in was Kathy Bates because she is one of my favorite actresses. I don't know what she was thinking when she signed on to do this movie. Thank God she wasn't bad in her role. Other than her, I couldn't care less for anyone else in the film. There were some funny lines and the football scenes were pretty brutal, but that DOES NOT make up for bad writing and REALLY bad acting. There were times when I was bored. Sandler doesn't have the charisma or acting ability to play a lead role. He would only work as a supporting character, like the obnoxious best friend. Why can't he be as funny as he is in his CD's? His CD's are absolutely hilarious. I have lost all respect for Sandler with this film, and I can't BELIEVE it made this much money, it's ridiculous. "The Waterboy" is the 2nd worst movie of the year, after the extremely atrocious "I Got The Hookup." There is nothing worse than an unfunny comedy. Well, maybe torture; but, then I would take that over watching "The Waterboy" any day of the week.

The performances of the four main characters and F. Gary Gray's direction make this film work. This is one of the best action films ever made. I have grown a big respect for Queen Latifah in this role, she is a wonderful actress. Let's not forget Jada Pinkett, Vivica Fox and, then, newcomer Kimberly Elise, for turning out some of the best performances of their careers. This is the first time I've gotten emotionally involved with the characters during a bank robbery. This movie will leave a lasting effect on anyone who witnesses it.