Legacyquel
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 A sequel to a classic movie which features the original star "passing the torch" to a cast of new younger actors. neologism
"Though there are still occasional reboots or prequels, this very specific kind of sequel — in which beloved aging stars reprise classic roles and pass the torch to younger successors — is becoming increasingly common in the American film industry. These movies are all about revitalizing old franchises through the notion of legacy, leading to this current wave of what we could call "legacyquels.""
Example
More examples"Though there are still occasional reboots or prequels, this very specific kind of sequel — in which beloved aging stars reprise classic roles and pass the torch to younger successors — is becoming increasingly common in the American film industry. These movies are all about revitalizing old franchises through the notion of legacy, leading to this current wave of what we could call "legacyquels.""
Etymology
Blend of legacy + sequel. Coined by film reviewer Matt Singer in 2015 (see quotation below).
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