Children were dancing in the aisles

Rating: 9/10 (13 March 2010)

I was surprised, having read many unflattering reviews at how much I enjoyed the movie. I think it was a fun movie and I laughed quite a lot. It isn't deep, and there are parts I am sure were left on the cutting room floor. The ending in particular seemed to just chop and there were some confusing references which I was sure must refer to some lost bit of the film. The story was good though and not predictable as even some Oscar nominees have been.
Oh yes, I always hoped Burton would make Alice a brunette, but that wasn't this story and if that doesn't suit some, so be it. Perhaps it is a love hate thing which depends on what one expected to see. It was a good way to spend a couple of hours and I was surprised at how fast the movie flew by, where some much lauded movies of late had me aching.
I saw children dancing in the aisles after the movie and there was applause in the theater. It is a great movie for young and the young at heart no matter the age.
Visually stunning and enjoyable on many levels. It is a pleasure to see that movies are, after so long, finally being made that are worth seeing on the big screen.