Does everyone these days think kids are stupid?

Rating: 7/10 (18 January 2006)

I had this movie figured out from almost the beginning. I know this wasn't meant to be Nightmare Before Christmas Part 2 or anything, but at least Nightmare was original and gave kids some credit. This one I guess just assumes the kids are too dumb to pick up on subtle hints. They had to make it blatant and easy to figure out.
I did like the score, and it was an original idea. Danny Elfman had been on my sh*t list for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's score, but he redeemed himself with this one. I love the overabundance of harpsichord. I also think the voice casting worked.
I wish there could've gone into the Underworld a little more. The characters there were the only thing saving the movie.
All in all it seemed a little rushed, like Hot Topic was edging him on so they could sell more shirts.