"Netflix's Latest 'Troll 2' Falls Flat in a Disappointing Remake"
If you're a fan of cult-classics like "Troll 2," a 1990 horror-comedy that spawned its own tribute documentary, the new version available on Netflix may not be what you expect. The movie, also titled "Troll 2," is actually a completely different film from the original.
Released in 2018, Roar Uthaug's "Troll" is a reboot of the franchise, set to take advantage of cutting-edge creature effects and drawing inspiration from Nordic folklore. Unlike the quirky, low-budget charm of the original, this remake has a much more serious tone, following Nora, Andreas, and Captain Kris as they battle an ancient troll terrorizing Norway.
According to Uthaug, who directed both films, his new "Troll" was inspired by action movies like "Armageddon," "Independence Day," and "Jurassic Park." In an interview with Variety, he shared that watching these films sparked the idea of creating a more realistic take on troll mythology in Norway.
While Uthaug credits his 1990s nostalgia for influencing the new film's concept, fans of the original may find it difficult to reconcile the two. The tone and style are vastly different, with the remake aiming for a more blockbuster feel that lacks the lovable weirdness of "Troll 2."
Despite this divergence in approach, Uthaug seems optimistic about the potential future of the franchise. If part two performs well on Netflix, he joked that there could be a third installment – which he playfully referred to as a "trollogy."
For fans who enjoy the irreverent humor and campy charm of the original, this remake may not deliver. However, for those interested in Nordic folklore or creature features with a more modern take, "Troll" might offer something new and different.
If you're a fan of cult-classics like "Troll 2," a 1990 horror-comedy that spawned its own tribute documentary, the new version available on Netflix may not be what you expect. The movie, also titled "Troll 2," is actually a completely different film from the original.
Released in 2018, Roar Uthaug's "Troll" is a reboot of the franchise, set to take advantage of cutting-edge creature effects and drawing inspiration from Nordic folklore. Unlike the quirky, low-budget charm of the original, this remake has a much more serious tone, following Nora, Andreas, and Captain Kris as they battle an ancient troll terrorizing Norway.
According to Uthaug, who directed both films, his new "Troll" was inspired by action movies like "Armageddon," "Independence Day," and "Jurassic Park." In an interview with Variety, he shared that watching these films sparked the idea of creating a more realistic take on troll mythology in Norway.
While Uthaug credits his 1990s nostalgia for influencing the new film's concept, fans of the original may find it difficult to reconcile the two. The tone and style are vastly different, with the remake aiming for a more blockbuster feel that lacks the lovable weirdness of "Troll 2."
Despite this divergence in approach, Uthaug seems optimistic about the potential future of the franchise. If part two performs well on Netflix, he joked that there could be a third installment – which he playfully referred to as a "trollogy."
For fans who enjoy the irreverent humor and campy charm of the original, this remake may not deliver. However, for those interested in Nordic folklore or creature features with a more modern take, "Troll" might offer something new and different.
I gotta say, I'm kinda disappointed in this Netflix remake of "Troll 2". I mean, who doesn't love the quirky, low-budget charm of the original? 
It's like they took all that weirdness and replaced it with...well, not weirdness. 
The new one's got a more serious tone, which just feels so...not "Troll" to me.
And don't even get me started on the "trollogy" comment... 
Yeah, no thanks.
if you're disappointed by the new 'Troll' movie on Netflix. It's like they took all the quirky charm of the original and replaced it with... well, not quite that 
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, but I was hoping for something more like a love letter to that quirky charm. This new version just feels like it's trying too hard to appeal to a broader audience and loses some of that lovable weirdness in the process 
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. But for fans like me who grew up with "Troll 2", this remake just doesn't feel authentic 
. It's like they're trying to replace a part of your childhood with something shiny new, but it's not the same 
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. Maybe there's an audience out there that will love this take on "Troll", but for me, I'm sticking with the original - it may be cheesy, but it's my cheesy, nostalgic jam 
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. This remake seems like it's trying too hard to be taken seriously and lost its way in doing so. Not my cup of tea, but hey, if you're into Nordic folklore or more realistic horror flicks, I guess this might be up your alley 
. But for die-hard fans of Troll 2, I'd say keep an eye on the sequel ratings before committing to a full watch 
It's like they took all the quirky charm of the original and just...replaced it with...nothing 
. I mean, they're trying to cash in on the original's weird charm, but it just doesn't translate. The new version is way too serious and lacking that lovable campiness of "Troll 2" 
. Still, can't help feeling like they missed the mark on capturing that cult-classic magic 
. But sometimes less is more, you know? The remake feels like it's trying too hard to be something it's not 
. But for now, I'm sticking with the original 
. dis remake is all about blockbuster feel & serious tone, which im not really into 
. don't get me wrong, i think roar uthaug did a decent job w/ creature effects & nordic folklore inspiration, but its just too diff from da original 
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i was so hyped to see this remake but now im kinda disappointed 
it seems like they lost the charm of the original what made troll 2 so lovable & weird 
i mean who needs a blockbuster feel when you can have quirky humor? 
maybe its just not for me anymore, but i still wanna watch it just to see how far off it is from the original 
The fact that they're trying to make it more like blockbuster movies like Armageddon & Independence Day doesn't sit well with me 
. Can't they just stick with the quirky humor & weirdness of the original?