Humor is not undead in Burton's new film

Rating: 7/10 (29 October 2005)

'Corpse Bride' is an enjoying 77 minutes of an enjoyable romp through the world of the living and of the dead, full of a cast of endearing and not-so-endearing characters and occasional wit and humor. Although some of it is a little bit disturbing (dancing skeletons, a talking maggot, and the general theme of death), the film itself is light-hearted and witty. It's a generally pleasant little story with pleasant characters and events that have all gone wrong to bring them all together. (Right, so it is a little bit predictable in places, but it has enough to be thoroughly enjoyable.) I would recommend this film, and it is a good film to go and see at this time of year with the Halloween theme. Some people may find this film to be a little bit odd if they are unfamiliar with Tim Burton's films and style.