prequel
প্রিকুএল
definition
noun
the film is a prequel to the cult TV series
a story or movie containing events that precede those of an existing work.
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The movie will not be a 'prequel' or sequel, but a new retelling of the story in a feature format.
This, the original, was an enormous hit in its native Hong Kong and has already spawned a 'prequel' , with a sequel on the way.
the film is a 'prequel' to the cult TV series
As for the film, it acquits itself adequately, just like its 'prequel' .
The movie was so successful, and perhaps controversial, that the studio decided to create both a sequel and a 'prequel' to be released in the coming year.
Although this film is being subtly sold as a 'prequel' , it is actually the beginning of an all-new series of these films.
Which is more difficult: making a sequel or making a 'prequel' ?
It sets up the sequel really well and does a great job as a 'prequel' to the game itself.
the film is a 'prequel' to the cult TV series
In this age of tie-ins, remakes, sequels and 'prequels' , someone was eventually going to tackle this film.
James Bond has to be recast every decade or so, new Starship crews must be recruited, or 'prequels' devised to allow for fresh faces.
Authors sometimes revisit familiar territory through sequels and 'prequels' , but generally they seek new inspiration and fresh ideas.
Colleagues in the fields of literature and film will likewise draw our attention to the vogue for sequels and 'prequels' based on works written by others long after the involvement of the original author.
There were nine films, the originals, 'prequels' , and sequels.
But if the 'prequels' are anything like this one, I just might be interested.
And while he may have done irreparable damage to his legacy with the disappointing 'prequels' and constant tinkering with the originals, perhaps the sixth and last will ultimately vindicate him.
But with the frenzy of sequels, 'prequels' , remakes and biopics being shovelled out by Hollywood, it comes as no surprise that relying on an existing popular story is the path of least resistance.
In this age of sequels, 'prequels' , and trilogies, uniqueness is, well, unique, and I believe we ought to celebrate it, even when it doesn't completely succeed.
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