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A remake of the 70s screen adaptation of the classic sci-fi novel The Andromeda Strain appeared on A&E. I've read the book a couple of times, and I loved the movie. I was a little excited to see how they'd modernize the story. Low expectations and good source material prepared me for a decent viewing.
WRONG. The genius who wrote the teleplay decided to modernize the script so the current audience could relate to the problems in the film. Who is not going to relate to a virus that kills every fucking thing that touches it? We don't need conspiracy theory, racial tension or romantic subplots. The book and the original film do a fantastic job of a team of people working together to find a solution and struggling to make the right decisions. The new miniseries just doesn't work for me.
For those unfamiliar with the story, this miniseries will do a fine job of providing high B-movie quality entertainment. Otherwise, it's just okay. Rated: Meh.
WRONG. The genius who wrote the teleplay decided to modernize the script so the current audience could relate to the problems in the film. Who is not going to relate to a virus that kills every fucking thing that touches it? We don't need conspiracy theory, racial tension or romantic subplots. The book and the original film do a fantastic job of a team of people working together to find a solution and struggling to make the right decisions. The new miniseries just doesn't work for me.
For those unfamiliar with the story, this miniseries will do a fine job of providing high B-movie quality entertainment. Otherwise, it's just okay. Rated: Meh.
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