While film adaptations of epics can’t really be called remakes in the classic sense, we’re including this film in our weekly series because it’s a new interpretation of a well-known story. This comedy with musical elements is loosely based on the travels of Odysseus, but … 2/9

Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY has already made waves, both at the box office and among historians. It’s an epic for the ages, which is why we wanted to mix things up a bit this #FreakyFriday and introduce you to another adaptation of this journey: O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? (2000) 1/9

… 2015 Icelandic film HRÚTAR. Here, too, the two sheep-farming brothers, Kiddi (Theódór Júlíusson) and Gummi (Sigurður Sigurjónsson), live on the same family farm, even though they have not spoken to each other for forty years. When their award-winning flock is … 5/7

In this Australian drama-comedy, the two estranged brothers, Colin (Neill) and Les (Michael Caton), are at war and have not spoken to each other for 40 years, even though they live next door to each other and raise sheep together. After Les’s prize-winning ram is diagnosed … 2/7

Today’s #FreakyFriday is all about a legendary actor who has shaped cinema like few others: we’re talking, of course, about Sam Neill. The man who took on velociraptors, horror writers and doppelgängers also had a few remakes up his sleeve, like this one: RAMS (2020)! 1/7

… a serious injury. Aside from the 2022 remake, IKIRU was previously adapted into the 1971 Indian Hindi film ANAND, a 2007 Japanese TV movie, and a 2020 musical. In addition, there were plans in 2003 for a U.S. remake … 8/9

… Kanji Watanabe (Takashi Shimura) works as a civil servant in Tokyo and is about to retire. His outlook also changes after he is told he has less than a year to live: At first, he throws himself into Tokyo’s nightlife, but soon realizes that this is only a … 5/9

And what makes it even more interesting: It’s a British remake of a Japanese film! The humorless bureaucrat Rodney Williams (Bill Nighy) lives in 1950s London and receives a petition for a children’s playground on his desk, but—uninspired by his long years in office— … 2/9

Hollywood Memories goes Britain! We're psyched to be part of this year's #HoMER conference in Exeter, and to keep the British vibe going, we're also having a themed #FreakyFriday! Today, instead of an American remake, we're featuring a British remake: LIVING (2022)! 1/9

… the excitement of figuring out how things develop and unfold, when so often the movies only need us as passive witnesses.” The original version, an Italian-British co-production from 1966, was released under the title BLOWUP. This film also tells the story of a man who … 5/9

At first glance, this neo-noir thriller might seem like a somewhat unusual choice for this day, but hear us out: Independence Day plays an important role in the plot. The film tells the story of Jack Terry (John Travolta), a sound engineer working on a slasher movie. 2/9

Tomorrow is July 4th, so there will surely be plenty of fireworks to see and hear (assuming you're in the U.S.). If you're looking for a movie to accompany your day that isn't too historical, we have a recommendation for you on this #FreakyFriday: BLOW OUT (1981)! 1/9

… (THE TOXIC AVENGER PART III: THE LAST TEMPTATION OF TOXIE), and in 2000 (CITIZEN TOXIE: THE TOXIC AVENGER IV), the series offered fans plenty of stories centered on this unlikely hero. In addition, the Toxic Avenger appears in the 1991 animated series TOXIC CRUSADERS … 9/10

… with its low-budget splatter charm and campy humor, is often considered a cult classic. Even before the 2023 reboot, the TOXIC AVENGER series was firmly established: With four sequels released in 1989 (THE TOXIC AVENGER PART II), another in 1989 … 8/10

… silly good time won't be disappointed.” The original 1984 version of the same name is, just like the reboot, similarly silly: Here, the socially awkward janitor Melvin Ferd (Mitch Cohen, with Mark Torgl as Melvin before the mutation and Kenneth Kessler as the … 5/10

This superhero movie/black comedy tells the story of janitor Winston Gooze (Peter Dinklage), who struggles to keep himself and his stepson Wade (Jacob Tremblay) afloat after Wade’s mother dies. After learning that he has an unspecified brain disease, Winston attends a … 2/10

By the power of Grayskull and Krypton—this month has been a real treat for fans of action. First, MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE brought back the most iconic bob of the ’80s, and now SUPERGIRL is getting her chance on the big screen. Time for even more superhuman action: THE TOXIC AVENGER (2023)! 1/10

THE TOY received positive reviews and was nominated for three different César Awards in 1977 (including Best Director, Best Production Design, and Best Cinematography). Aside from the 1982 American remake, the French version was also remade in 2022 as THE NEW TOY. The film … 7/9

… else seeking entertainment.” The first film to use a similar premise is the 1976 French film THE TOY. In it, journalist François (Pierre Richard) is assigned to cover the opening of a department store’s toy section; he works for a newspaper owned by the multimillionaire … 5/9

In this comedy, the hapless writer Jack Brown (Richard Pryor) is desperately looking for a new job and eventually ends up working as a janitor for the unscrupulous businessman U.S. Bates (Jackie Gleason). When Bates’ spoiled son Eric (Scott Schwartz) comes home from … 2/9

A cowboy, a Space Ranger, and a T-Rex… that sounds like the setup for a perfect joke, but we’re talking, of course, about the theatrical release of TOY STORY 5! To stay on theme for this #FreakyFriday, we’re bringing you another comedy featuring some very lively toys: THE TOY (1982)! 1/9

… also drew negative comparisons to the original version of the story, the South Korean film SAVE THE GREEN PLANET! (2003), directed by Jang Joon-hwan. (Fun fact: Jang was originally supposed to direct BUGONIA as well, but had to be replaced by Lanthimos for … 6/9

Since this is a relatively new movie, we won’t give too much away—don’t worry. (Basically, you’re only getting the SparkNotes version here anyway.) In this dark comedy-thriller, conspiracy theorist Teddy Gatz (Jesse Plemons) believes that the CEO of a pharmaceutical … 2/9

Today is DISCLOSURE DAY! At least in the world of cinema, because Steven Spielberg is releasing his latest blockbuster in theaters today. On this #FreakyFriday, we’re diving deep into similar realms filled with conspiracies, cover-ups, and aliens: Here’s BUGONIA (2025)! 1/9

... a young Jack Nicholson attracted more viewers following his breakthrough. In addition to the two films, there was also a short-lived television series in 1991 called LITTLE SHOP, which was aimed at children and told the story of a teenage boy and his talking … 10/11

… already loosely based on a 1960 film version titled THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. Although this film doesn't feature any musical numbers, it is—just like the original musical and the 1986 remake—a horror comedy centered on a florist's unusual horticultural experiment, … 7/11

In this horror-comedy with musical elements (there’s something for everyone!), nerdy florist Seymour Krelborn (Rick Moranis) works at a struggling flower shop alongside his crush, Audrey (Ellen Greene). When Seymour’s interest in unusual plants leads him to buy a sentient … 2/11

After a 13-year hiatus in the film series, the latest SCARY MOVIE has a lot of catching up to do in the horror genre. For today’s #FreakyFriday, we’re also featuring a horror comedy to keep the momentum going: Here’s LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (1986)! 1/11

… (the same year the Murphy remake was released), the film was adapted as a stage musical in London's West End. Apart from these two theatrical adaptations, THE STORY OF DOCTOR DOLITTLE was remade in 2020 under the title DOLITTLE. This version, like the 1967 film, follows … 10/13

… in 1967 as DOCTOR DOLITTLE: in this musical adaptation, Dr. Dolittle (Rex Harrison) lives with his menagerie in England in 1845. Dolittle is not interested in treating people, but now works as a veterinarian. He wants to learn to communicate not only with land animals but … 8/13