I'm one who really doesn't mind remakes, if they are done well. I like the updated look. However, nine times out of ten the remakes are never as good. Of course it really depends on the movie too. If one actor/actress is the only one you see in a role, no number of sequels would make it IMHO.
As far as King Kong, I'd probably with go with the Fay Wray original even though so dated and very old.
I did like the one with Jeff Bridges and Jessica Lange, but liked this new one better than that one. Both the remakes were a little too long but the special effects in the new one were good I thought.
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"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Of course it really depends on the movie too. If one actor/actress is the only one you see in a role, no number of sequels would make it IMHO.
