just got hold of the original a couple of months ago and have to say i agree with deady, it really is by far the best vampire movie that i have ever seen.
regarding the remake of it, i dont have high hopes for it, remakes of films in general have a habit failing horribly and offending fans. but well good luck to the guy, i hope it turns out well, but i doubt that he can recapture the same atmosphere as the original.