The act of remaking a film, whether it be through the distinct vision of a different filmmaker or the increased technological advancements of the era, has been a tried and true staple of the industry for a long time, especially when it comes to the horror genre. Several remakes even manage to surpass the original in terms of memorability and iconic status, such as John Carpenter's The Thing or David Cronenberg's The Fly. However, one specific era of filmmaking was infamous for its lackluster horror remakes, that being the 2000s.