Movies always are open to being remade because times change so much, and the tempo of movies changes. I think of it like a James Bond. They can have different actors play the same role... I've had people come up to me and say, 'We want to remake 'The Jerk' with so and so.' And I say, 'Fine.' It just doesn't bother me. It's an honor actually.

Summary

This quote by Steve Martin reflects his perspective on movie remakes. He acknowledges that movies should be open to remakes as times and audience preferences constantly evolve. Martin uses the example of James Bond, highlighting how different actors can effectively portray the same character. He personally welcomes the idea of his own film, "The Jerk," being remade with new actors, considering it an honor rather than something that bothers him. This quote demonstrates his open-mindedness and appreciation for the creative process involved in remaking movies.

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