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William Powell, Myrna Loy and Asta the Dog

Johnny Depp wants to produce and star in an updated version of The Thin Man, the 1934 classic starring William Powell and Myrna Loy. Depp's not a bad choice for a remake, but it is seriously questionable whether or not this film should really be remade at all. it may be true that not many people have seen the original nowadays, but that fact itself is pretty shameful. The Thin Man remains just as hilarious and witty today as in '34, hasn't dated at all, and anyone who hasn't seen it should netflix it right away. i'm the first to admit that some movies feel dated and may not entice an audience of 2010, but seriously folks, The Thin Man is NOT one of them. the studios didn't have William Powell and Myrna Loy make 14 movies together for no reason. the characters of Nick and Nora Charles are still funny, still enjoyable, still have AMAZING chemistry that is picked up on right away, and Powell and Loy truly remain of the great screen couples of all time.

to me, a remake has a daunting task ahead of it and a lot to live up to. but if it would inspire people to check out the original, i'm all for it. it's truly one of those movies that i can't imagine someone not liking, even if you've never seen a movie from the 30s. in fact, especially if you've never seen a movie from the 30s, start with this one and i guarantee you you'll want to see more. it's that good.