Remake: meaning, definitions and examples
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remake
[ ˈriːmeɪk ]
movie production
To remake a movie is to create a new version of an existing film, often with updated technology, different actors, or a modernized storyline. Remakes are common in the film industry as a way to reintroduce classic stories to a new audience.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They decided to remake the classic 1980s film with a more diverse cast.
- The director's vision for the remake was to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved story.
entertainment industry
A remake refers to the new version of a movie, TV show, or song that is based on an earlier version. Remakes often generate discussion and debate among fans and critics about how they compare to the original.
Synonyms
reboot, recreation, reimagining
Examples of usage
- The remake of the popular TV series received mixed reviews from viewers.
- She starred in the remake of the classic musical, bringing her own interpretation to the role.
Translations
Translations of the word "remake" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refazer
🇮🇳 पुनर्निर्माण
🇩🇪 Neugestaltung
🇮🇩 membuat ulang
🇺🇦 переробка
🇵🇱 przeróbka
🇯🇵 リメイク
🇫🇷 refaire
🇪🇸 rehacer
🇹🇷 yeniden yapmak
🇰🇷 리메이크
🇸🇦 إعادة صنع
🇨🇿 předělat
🇸🇰 predelanie
🇨🇳 重制
🇸🇮 predelava
🇮🇸 endurgerð
🇰🇿 қайта жасау
🇬🇪 ხელახლა გაკეთება
🇦🇿 yenidən etmək
🇲🇽 rehacer
Word origin
The term 'remake' originated in the early 20th century in the context of film production. As the film industry evolved, remakes became a common practice to revisit and reinterpret familiar stories. The concept of remaking has since expanded to other forms of entertainment, including TV shows and music. Remakes continue to be a popular way to introduce timeless tales to new generations while offering a fresh take on the original material.