The 90s psychological thriller Single White Female is getting a reboot, but the announcement has already sparked a wave of reactions online, particularly about the title.
Fans of the 1992 cult classic have expressed concerns and curiosity about how the remake will differ from the original and what it will look like with new stars in leading roles.
Fans Question the Title of the Reboot
The original film, released in 1992, was a box office success despite mixed reviews, and it starred Bridget Fonda and Jennifer Jason Leigh.
The upcoming reboot, which is currently in talks, features Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell, two young stars who are set to take on the leading roles and produce the project.
When the news hit, many fans jumped onto social media to voice their thoughts, with some questioning the relevance of the title.
One fan joked, “Correction to the title of the movie: Single ‘Hispanic’ Female,” while another wondered, “Single Latina?” Others suggested, “Just call it something else…lol but I’d love to see them both in a film for sure!” Some even tweeted their discontent, saying, “A remake? I don’t think the world was asking for this, but okay.”
Fans Split Over the Need for a Remake
While some are skeptical about the need for a remake, others are excited about the potential of the new cast.
A few fans expressed their excitement on social media, with one writing, “So hyped for that reboot! Taylor and Jenna are gonna slay.”
Another commented, “YESSSS!!!! The movie is so good, they’d make it even better.”
It’s clear that while there’s debate about the necessity of the remake, the enthusiasm for Ortega and Russell’s involvement is undeniable.
Details of the Project Still Under Wraps
The film will be produced under Elizabeth Gabler’s 3000 Pictures, but no other details, including the director, have been revealed yet.
The original Single White Female was based on John Lutz’s 1990 novel SWF Seeks Same, and it centered around a woman advertising for a roommate, only to discover that something is horribly wrong with the person who moves in.
The film became a classic for its chilling portrayal of obsession, manipulation, and identity theft.
In 2005, a sequel titled Single White Female 2: The Psycho was released straight to video, and other films like The Roommate (2011) have had similar themes of creepy roommates.
Original Cast Members Reflect on Their Roles
Jennifer Jason Leigh, who played the iconic antagonist Hedra, reflected on the role in an interview from 2015, saying she enjoyed playing characters that are far removed from her own personality.
“They’re the things nightmares and dreams are made of, but they’re not anywhere you would actually want to go or dwell in,” she said.
Bridget Fonda, who played the film’s lead, also spoke about her emotional journey during the making of the film, explaining how the role left her feeling “emotionally drained” but ultimately helped her understand the character more deeply.
Will the Reboot Live Up to the Original?
With the reboot currently in the works, many are left wondering whether it can capture the same eerie, psychological tension that made the original so memorable.
Fans have expressed both skepticism and excitement, and only time will tell how the new version compares to the 1992 classic.