The Andromeda Strain

[Sarika]

I just watched this movie last night...and boy! What an adrenalin rush that was!! Whoah!:yikes:

It intrigued me from the start and I just had to finish it to see what happens in the end, and it was a great story, but hang on to your pants, if you haven't seen it, it gets pretty extreme!;) Man that was one hell of a bad ass day!

Anyone else seen this?

[Gemini1999]

Sarika -

Which version did you watch? Was it the original 70's silver screen film, or was it the more recent remake miniseries for TV?

I've seen both, but I prefer the original. I like part of the miniseries version, but there were parts of the story that differed from the novel and earlier film version that I felt were distracting.

Bryan

[gmd3d]

I prefer the orignal film too.. (never seen the miniseries)

[CBSG4ever]

I also prefer the original "The Andromeda Strain" (1971) version. I did a book report on the book version in my Senior year of High School...:blink:my god that seems like such a long time ago... anyhoo. Very gripping story indeed. Quite enjoyed both the book and the movie.

I saw the 2008 miniseries, not really sure if I liked it. Had some good things in the story. It did depart from the original book and movie a bit though. Was a bit too long and drawn out for my taste.

[Sarika]

I watched the 2008 version.
Obvioulsy, I had no idea this was based upon a book and older movie...:blink:...sorry...

Having not seen or read either original versions, I don't have anything to compare with, so I enjoyed the 2008 movie.

Yes, Steve, I thought too it could have been shortened in places where it was drawn out...oh well.;)

[Athene]

I prefer the original film too. Never saw the mini series either.
I was wondering if the mini series is available on DVD.
Anyone know?

[Gemini1999]

I prefer the original film too. Never saw the mini series either.
I was wondering if the mini series is available on DVD.
Anyone know?

Both the original film and the miniseries are available on DVD. The DVD for the miniseries was available almost immediately after the initial broadcast.

Bryan

[LZaza]

Coincidentally, I watched the miniseries over the last couple nights. I thought it was well done, and obviously must have been updated from the original. Great action and interweaving of plotlines. A great ride!

However, some of the character development/history was so sketchy, it might as well have been just left out. I'm guessing it was a more crucial part of the book, that was only touched upon in the series. And I was a little confused as to why Dr. Chou died at the bottom of a conduit in a pool of mysterious liquid. After all, he climbed down there and then--for some unknown reason--jumped into the vat. He could have just as easily grabbed Keane and hauled him over to do the anticipated deed. Also, I though Benjamin Bratt was miscast for the lead. I thought a scientist that was so widely respected to head up this team would have been a little more believable as someone older. I just couldn't identify with his character.

[astropirit]

one thing i didnt like abot this movie was that by the end they didnt even care about the virus lol. i mean in the begining it was dangourous and all by the end it was treated like the flu. <_<

[Athene]

Both the original film and the miniseries are available on DVD. The DVD for the miniseries was available almost immediately after the initial broadcast.

Bryan
Thanks very much for that information. :)