11 Horror Remakes Better Than The Original
2. The Fly
1958's The Fly revolves around a scientist who enters a teleportation chamber alongside a fly, causing their heads to swap. The Fly stood out over films in the genre, as it played out like a mystery drama and focused on psychological torment instead of outright scares.
Although the original is a great B-movie, David Cronenberg's version is a work of art. Even though it's easy to focus on the horror elements, the 1986 remake should be applauded for its airtight structure. The film introduces the protagonist, Seth Brundle, his love interest, Veronica, and the concept of teleportation... within the first five seconds.
Despite the fact Cronenberg's The Fly popularised body-horror, it rarely features until the third act since Brundle's mutation is gradual. This decision is incredibly impactful, since Brundle initially believes his boosted strength and reflexes are due to the teleporter, oblivious he's turning into a monster. As such, watching Brundle come to realise he's living on borrowed time isn't just scary but tragic.
Although the 1958 version has creepy moments and thought-provoking ideas, it cannot compete with Cronenberg's magnum opus.