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Old 01-25-2022, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Chi-Town View Post
Must admit I liked the original better, but Spielberg's version was excellent.
I must have seen the 1961 WSS countless times but must admit it has been several years since I have watched it. After watching clips on YouTube of the 1961 film, there is no doubt in my mind that I enjoyed Spielberg's version so much better.

I like the realism of the story and the characters in this new film. The fact that these characters have so much more depth than the 1961 version is one reason why I enjoy Spielberg's film. I realize also that the coloring of the 1961 version is more cartoonish and "in your face". There is such a difference with modern cinematography vs what was put on the can 60 years ago. I truly appreciate the talent of the actors in this new film and Spielberg's vision with camera angles and setting up a scene are unmatched and don't compare with the Robert Wise produced film.
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