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While the newer film claims to adhere more closely to Richard Bachman's novel, it fails to capture the narrative's core effectiveness. The adaptation introduces a drawn-out, month-long game of survival, where the protagonist must evade capture for 30 days, sending daily updates—a premise reminiscent of The Hunger Games. This extended format contributes to the film's sluggish pace, with frequent filler and wordy exposition that bogs down the story.