Somewhat padded plot line but unique look and dazzling stop-motion animation

Rating: Null/10 (24 February 2009)

The plot is average but the look of 'Corpse Bride' is absolutely unique. It's pure Tim Burton! Dark and ghoulish scenes make this inappropriate for young children. The film utilizes stop-motion animation, making it very different from the usual animated fare. The voice work is uniformly good. I specially loved the Peter Lorre imitating maggot and thought Christopher Lee was memorable in a brief appearance. The songs are all right. I specially liked "According to Plan". The plot line feels slightly padded. This would have been brilliant as a short. However, it's still worth watching.
OVERALL 7/10