Hollywood’s real problem is its inability to come up with an original story line that resonates with the American people. Most of the successful films over the last few years have been remakes of earlier films (3:10 to Yuma, Stepford Wives, the Pink Panther), adaptations from successful books (Lord of the Rings), resurrections of past franchises (Star Wars prequels and Superman), or take-offs from old television shows and comic books (Dukes of Hazzard and the Fabulous Four). Master and Commander was a recreation of Horatio Hornblower; American Pie contained a whole lot of Porky’s; and Meet The Parents was just another of the “boy meets girlfriend’s family” storylines.
They’ve copied some Asian films, too.