There were two major sci-fi movies of the 50s and 60s. They were The Day the Earth Stood Still and Forbidden Planet. In my opinion, both of those movies are probably better than anything produced today. Life was much simpler back then; we didn't demand entertainment as we do now. In my thoughts, I would rather watch three 45-minute Star Trek TOS episodes than watch The Dark Knight.
Yes, I am under no obligation to watch any remake of what I believe is already a wonderful movie. I simply must beg you: please, see the original before you see it. Experience it the way that the 50s moviegoers experienced it. I have read Farewell to the Master; however, since I have not seen the remake, it is impossible to tell which is more similar.
Hmm...what's the likelihood that Blockbuster or Hollywood Video would have the original film? Or do you think I could watch it on that site?
Because when I first heard this was a "remake," I was interested in the older one.
-CF
I doubt either of them would have it, as it is from '51. My best guess would be a library, and it's a normal-length movie, so I doubt it's on that one site. So try requesting from a library- I know that at least one in the Usa has it.