The Difference Between a Reboot & a Remake

With Hollywood so prone to reboot, remake, sequel, prequel or reimagine movies of the past, there’s been lots of discussion about each of these terms. Far too often we throw out terms without stopping to consider what they mean. Reboot and remake mean something similar, but they’re two different things. Adding to the confusion is that some movies are both a remake and a reboot. Others are just one or the other. What is the Difference Between a Reboot and a Remake? I post reviews to newer movies as I see them. MONDAY: Monday Musings My thoughts on movies, rants, and editorials on things which I find interesting in the world of TV and movies. WEDNESDAY: Retro Reviews Reviews of movies I love which I want to share with others. FRIDAY: Weekly Movie News Follow me on Twitter Follow Sean Chandler Talks About... on Facebook