I see there are a lot of film buffs here who are saying it's not as good as the two previous versions. I am sure they are 100% correct.
However, there are now millions of younger, non French movie fans, who have never seen the other movies and are unless they search them out are unlikely to get the chance. So, what's the problem, let the film stand or fall by its own merits. There is plenty of action and some suspense, visually it's good and it passes as aTV movie just fine!
Plus, this version may pique some peoples interest and they may well seek out the older movie and enjoy them.
Win win!
However, there are now millions of younger, non French movie fans, who have never seen the other movies and are unless they search them out are unlikely to get the chance. So, what's the problem, let the film stand or fall by its own merits. There is plenty of action and some suspense, visually it's good and it passes as aTV movie just fine!
Plus, this version may pique some peoples interest and they may well seek out the older movie and enjoy them.
Win win!