Kathleen Loock. Hollywood Remaking: How Film Remakes, Sequels and Franchises Shape Industry and Culture. Oakland: University of California Press, 2024. 300 pp. 29. 95/£25. 00. ISBN 978-0520375772 (digital review copy)

Key Points

• The article aims to explore the role of film remakes, sequels, and franchises in shaping the cultural and industrial landscape of Hollywood.
• Literature review on film remakes and sequels
• Analysis of case studies involving successful franchises
• Discussion of audience reception and cultural implications
• Film remakes contribute to narrative evolution in cinema
• Sequels often reshape audience engagement and expectations
• Franchises drive changes in production and marketing strategies