Should Prequels Be More Similar?
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I've just watched yet another prequel which apart from names has nothing in common with the original. Should a film be allowed to say its a prequel if they very different
No definitely not in my opinion it should carry on the story and have mostly the same people in it
Leannexxx that's what I think but to name 2 wonka and buzz lightyear had nothing to do with the others just cashing in on names
Imnotcheap oh haven't seen any of them new ones yet don't think I will think that's why I can't get into the DC films I've forgotten how many Batman's they have been
Leannexxx I gave up with them years ago the very different ones make no sense to me
Leannexxx hi Leanne, a prequel wouldn't carry on the story, that is a sequel, a prequel tells the story of the characters before when they were young or leading up to original story.
I really want to see Willy Wonka as it stars my current favourite actor, Timothee Chalamet, he was magnificent in The King, story of Henry V and the Battle of Agincourt.
I don't think you should be able to call it a prequel - there needs to be a clear link to the original 
Consumer exactly it spoils what would be a good stand alone film often just for gread
A prequel is a 'back story' so as long as the latter follows on in an appropriated style should be ok but needs be some obvious relationship between the two even if separated by years.
Imnotcheap Yes indeed.I like to use my imagination but sometimes it's stretched beyond limits and capabilities lol.
You mention 2 examples neither of which have I seen. Not interested in Buzz and haven't heard anything about it. However, I have read about Willy Wonka and do want to see it. I understand that it is how, as a young man, he started his chocolate empire, there is even an oompa loompa so I would certainly say it is a prequel.
To be honest it is just a word and I can't say I have noticed this prequel problem. I would be very interested to know if anyone knows of any genuine misnomers. I have enjoyed House of Dragons the prequel to Game of Thrones.
Lynibis yes there was an umpa lumpa but that's probably the only part that links it with others
Imnotcheap I really fancy seeing it, is that really the only link? Does it not make it clear it is Willy Wonka in his younger days?
I suppose the Hobbit book/films would be quite challenging if you came in in the middle unlike Taken and Bourne Legacy which all seem oh so samey er those and Aliens .I'll stick to Shrek.You know exactly where you are with him.
MelissaLee1 the LOTR and hobbit was all written by same person so make sense films was made in wrong order which doesn't
It should as it is part of the movie it's connected to.
The Thing has a prequel and it shows what'll occur next time.
Prequel - 2011
Original - 1982
The original movie is a masterpiece and I'm sure I'll rewatch it again someday later.
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