Beautiful, skilfully made move, not just a copy of Nightmare!

Rating: 10/10 (2 December 2005)

After a number of great movies this year, I have to say that Corpse Bride is among my two favorites (Wallace & Gromit being the second one). And this is not just because I love stop motion films, but mostly because the film is a marvelous combination of a heart-warming story, likable characters (although completely made of rubber), and astonishing visual effects. After some disappointment concerning the Danny Elfman score in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (should I list this one as a third favorite?), I am glad to say that this time he delivers a soundtrack that can easily compete with his Nightmare tunes. Above all I find it very recognizable that Corpse Bride is not a copy of Nightmare Before Christmas but a new, innovative, and independent film of great quality and lots of fun!