A succulent piece (screen)

Rating: 7/10 (11 September 2005)

This movie is an adaptation from a famous tale for kids, which I didn't read. Then, it was already made into a feature, which I didn't see either. So, it was a total discovery for me and I am unable to tell which deserves to the previous works from what have been brought by Burton or Elfman.
The title says it all, except than the visit is conducted by a "Jackson"-ian figure, Willy Wonka (his relational problem with his father must be very close to the "disorder" of the famous singer).
Maybe because I saw the Imax version, thus paying more attention to details, this movie is a wonderful melting-pot of the universe of Burton. Like all excellent filmmakers (Spielberg,Â…), you got the feeling that Burton is driven by the same motives that he focus movie after movie.
First, the attention paid to colors, to stylish props, his unique way of filming buildings and sets will give you the same good vibes you felt watching "Beetlejuice, Batmans, Edward, NightmareÂ…".
That's for the eyes, but Burton is a real artist, because he addresses also the consciousness. He has a hard teeth against the American middle class, which is shown here in cynic way. Not that he doesn't like these people, but I think he has to make a point against a certain void in their life.
At least, the music of Elfman is excellent, as usual. This time, he hits in all styles: Big orchestra, chorus, songs, guitars.. At the second musical show, I was happy because it sounds like the good old days of Oingo Boingo. Thus, I was waited for the next shows with impatience.
In conclusion, a very good movie for all the family