The Original: The Taking of Pelham 123
Posted on June 7, 2009 at 8:52 am
The 1974 version of “The Taking of Pelham 123” is one of my favorite thrillers, with a brilliant cast that includes Robert Shaw, Walter Matthau, and Jerry Stiller and a terrific score by David Shire. I’m hoping that this week’s release of the remake with John Travolta and Denzel Washington will be as good. Here’s a reminder of the original.
I haven’t seen the original, but there was a made-for-TV remake not that long ago that was pretty good. It had Edward James Olmos as the detective and Vince D’Inofrio as Mr. Blue.
Wow, Toby, I didn’t know that! I’d love to see it. I’m a huge fan of both actors. The original had a great feel for the city; I hope this one does, too.
I never saw the original but today I saw Denzel give a masterful performance and Travolta, too. Usually I hate shootem ups and car crashes and explosions but nothing is playing lately for adults so I took a chance and went for this one. Not sorry either.It was a good pic. I enjoyed it.
Thanks, Wynelle! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and let us know what you thought!
Why was Denzel old and fat?
Because he was in character.
the orginal was a lot better than the remake .
As usual, Frank! I loved the original.