Like original Only not philosophical And not very good

Overwrought, over the top and scenery chewing by all with the most sets masticated by DeNiro. Scorsese indulges in histrionic speeches, avant-guard cinematography and editing and a cast of unlikeable characters. The original is a mid-weight classic, the remake is more like a blunt assault. There are memorable moments, but it takes itself so seriously that the outrageous production comes off more like a parody than an effective thriller.

De Niro is outstanding as the cold, calculating, menacing villain. He manages to scare you yet gain your sympathy at the same time which creates some uncomfortable feelings for the viewer. Nolte is also very good in his role. He is slowly driven out of his mind and you wonder when he’s going to snap. Awesome cameos by the original characters from the 1962 Cape Fear. Most of the time remakes are either lame (Psycho) or completely unnecessary (Red Dragon). This movie is an exception. Story is told differently. It’s a bit darker and ends differently.

One of the top ten movies ever made, with one of the top five characters ever in Max Cady. This is why we watch films!

The best movie. Watch it when you don't know what to watch. Love the cast and director.

To me this is both Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro's most underrated and underappreciated movies of all-time.

I love this movie/version. The acting is awesome and De Niro is pure evil with a gentlemanly flare. I've seen it again and again and it never gets old. Worth at the very least a rent, but if you're a De Niro fan, it could quite possibly be your next buy.