In blockbuster filmmaking, there’s a temptation to make everything as big and complicated as possible. 3D effects, cutting-edge SFX technology, and new and bigger aspect ratios are everywhere in major releases. But sometimes keeping it simple is best. When fans are expecting something big, showing them something subtle instead can change their perspective.
Now, one of the greatest monster movies of the 2010s is being re-released in theaters with an entirely new look: a black-and-white version. It’s just the latest take on a trend that completely changes the movie-going experience.
