This is an unnecessary remake of a Hitchcock classic. It does not improve upon the original in any way. It co-stars an actor (Elliott Gould) I don't particularly care for. I can't think of one thing about this movie that would justify recommending it over the original film. And yet, I like the damn thing. I can't for the life of me explain it in any intelligent critical terms. I just enjoy watching it. It breezes by and I find the familiar elements kind of cozy instead of annoying like with most remakes of classics. I don't expect 99% of people will feel the same way. Maybe a few years ago even I wouldn't have liked it. But I do now. Hopefully Hitchcock has a roomy grave in which to roll over.
Review of The Lady Vanishes
