Deliciously New and Different

Rating: 9/10 (16 July 2005)

I loved this movie. I just went to see it and it blew me away. I was somewhat skeptical, considering this was a remake and Johnny Depp looked kind of strange in the previews. He puts a completely different spin on the movie, and once again teams up with Tim Burton to create something sure to become beloved. Also, the screen chemistry between Freddy Highmore and Johnny Depp returns. Back in Finding Neverland they were perfectly in tune with each other and it returns again to add pleasing qualities to this movie. I always love Danny Elfman's music, but he just doesn't quite cut the mustard with this one. The movie does have some funny Oompa Loompa songs, but there are some songs that are just downright creepy. I loved this Tim Burton film, because once again he never ceases to amaze me. Don't hesitate to go to this one, you won't regret it.