‘One More Round’ will have a gringo remake with Chris Rock, Leonardo DiCaprio
‘One More Round’ will have a gringo remake with Chris Rock, Leonardo DiCaprio. The black comedy-drama directed by Thomas Vinterberg and starring Mads Mikkelsen won an Oscar for Best Foreign Film.
By Megan Sauer
In a move that comes as no surprise to many in the film industry.
It was officially announced that the award-winning 2020 Danish film ‘Another Round’ will receive an American remake under the direction and production of Chris Rock. The news has fueled debate over Hollywood’s tendency to reinvent foreign hits rather than explore new original narratives.
What is ‘One More Round’ about?
‘One More Round’ is a black comedy-drama directed by Thomas Vinterberg. The film, an international co-production between Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands, centers on four high school teachers played by Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Magnus Millang, and Lars Ranthe.
The story follows these educators who, feeling overwhelmed by the monotony of their lives, decide to embark on a peculiar experiment maintaining a constant level of intoxication during their workday.
The film received praise for its exploration of themes such as midlife crisis, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness.
In the most notable awards, ‘One More Round’ won Best International Film at the Academy Awards (Oscar) and also won several awards at the European Film Awards, including Best Film.
Mads Mikkelsen’s outstanding performance and Vinterberg’s skillful direction contributed to the film’s recognition and success.
The thoughtful and emotional plot, combined with moments of comedy, has resonated with audiences around the world, making it a critically and popularly acclaimed work.
Now, with Chris Rock at the helm of the remake, the question on many minds is whether the unique essence and depth of the original work will be maintained in the new version.
What do we know about the remake of ‘One More Round’?
According to Deadline, Chris Rock, known for his skills as both a comedian and director, is in charge of bringing the story of ‘One More Round’ to American audiences, with Leonardo DiCaprio as producer.
However, expectations are high as to whether the essence and complexity of the original work will be effectively translated into the cultural and social context of the United States.
The phenomenon of American remakes of foreign films has been a constant in the film industry, with Hollywood often recreating successful stories rather than exploring new ideas.
The preference for the English language and American viewers’ supposed aversion to subtitles have been cited as the reasons behind this practice.
Some critics argue that this trend reflects an unwillingness of American audiences to immerse themselves in other cultures and cinematic experiences.
The debate about gringo remakes has been a recurring topic in the film industry, generating conflicting opinions among film buffs.
While some argue that remakes can introduce valuable stories to new audiences, others maintain that this practice often dilutes the authenticity of the original works and contributes to a lack of diversity in filmmaking.
The announcement of the remake of ‘One More Round’ with Chris Rock in production will surely continue to fuel this conversation.
Will it manage to maintain the unique essence that made the Danish film an international success, or will it become another example of the Hollywood machine remaking proven stories?
Until more information is revealed about the development of the project, uncertainty will persist among cinephiles and lovers of original Danish cinema.
In the meantime, the conversation about gringo remakes and their impact on diversity and originality in cinema will continue to resonate in film circles.
