I Am Legend, Hear Me Roar

I forgot to mention that I saw I Am Legend at the new theatre in The Commons At Federal Way (formerly and always SeaTac Mall). I liked it!

I Am Legend is (loosely) based on the book by Richard Matheson. To the best of my knowledge, this is the third film adaptation of this story. The first being The Last Man on Earth, starring Vincent Price, and the second (and arguably more well-known) is The Omega Man with Charleton Heston.

In my opinion, The Last Man on Earth is the most faithful adaptation of the book. That's not to belittle either The Omega Man or I Am Legend. Each movie offers a different interpretation of the cause and effects of the "vampirization" of mankind. I think my personal favorite retelling might be The Omega Man, simply because Charleton Heston has always been the ultimate "post-apocalyptic world in crisis" actor.

As an interesting aside, I always thought the premise behind the story would have been an excellent vehicle for Evil Dead 4 (accepting the Director's Cut ending of Army of Darkness as canon).

Now, I should also mention that my experience at I Am Legend further cemented my resolve to not see movies in the theatre. I much prefer waiting for the DVD, and seeing it in the comfort and privacy of my own home.

Plus, I can tell people to shut the hell up if they start talking during the movie.

You know who you are.