Besides, they do say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. There are obviously similarities to other Sci-fi classics such as Blad Runner, The Fifth Element or Minority Report, but it’s hard to criticise the film for this since any film set in the middle to distant future will likely have some unavoidable similarities with at least a couple of pre-existing Sci-fi movies. ![]() Visually, Total Recall is for the most part, both interesting and impressive. Total Recall (2012) – The futuristic cityscape skyline reminds me of The Fifth Element or Blade Runner Thankfully, in the end, I’m glad to say that I didn’t hate Total Recall. In fact I only ended up watching this because my first choice of the night was sold out. It’s fair to say, I wasn’t expecting to like the film. It barely stands a chance of a fair and decent viewing from anyone who has seen the original. It’s very difficult to watch the film on its own merits, you just can’t help but compare it to the original. ![]() Surely this is going to be pony! Yes, its a bit harsh to have a such a strong opinion of a film before you’ve even watched it, but there in lies the biggest problem that this film faces. What’s the point in remaking the original when its still so good. ![]() Like many, my mind was already made up before I watched this 2012 remake of Total Recall.
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