A Unique Delight

Rating: 9/10 (8 December 2004)

I haven't been this drawn to a film since I saw Edward Scissorhands in the theater. When the movie was over I was completely ready to go back to the ticket booth and buy myself another ticket for the next show. I would have if I had enough money to but $8.50/film is pretty steep. Tim Burton is nothing less than a genius. He is my favorite director ever and after viewing this film it made me realize all over again why I love his work so much. He has the ability to create such a fantastical world that you almost wish you could have been part of that magic. And Danny Elfman did an incredible job composing the music. He is a modern day musical genius. Him and Tim Burton make the best team in the history of cinema (in my opinion).
I can't believe this film was nominated for only one Academy Award. Blasphemous! It should have been at LEAST be nominated for 5! At LEAST! Best picture, best cinematography, best direction, best actor, and still including Best Musical Composition. Although I do have to admit Danny Elfman should have won a long time ago for Edward Scissorhands and Nightmare Before Christmas, but the Oscars don't seem to actually care about talent. Anyways...aside from that...This film is truly wonderful and delightful and amazing and I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend watching it! EsPECIALLY on the big screen! I, of course, gave it a 10/10 but would much rather give it an 11 because it's off the charts. :)