Fun! A thrill ride to watch, like riding on the Spook Train :)

Rating: 9/10 (21 May 2020)

I could nitpick about certain things in this film if I really wanted to and maybe it's not a "masterpiece".
But honestly it's just so fun! Especially if you're a fan of Ed Wood and his work like I am. It feels like a respectful homage.
I just watched it last night and I could easily go for a second viewing already. I plan to rewatch soon enough.
Johnny Depp is so adorable in this role and it's great to revisit the time (that sweet nostalgic time) before the awful Burton/Depp combinations started flowing out.
I don't love SJP usually, but I have no problem with her in this. She suits the role and plays it well with the right balance of levity and silly drama.
All the actors play their parts well & Landau as we know is Oscar worthy as Lugosi. I LOVED the octopus scene it made me laugh out loud.
In terms of the film not being historically accurate I can't fault it on this point because it so clearly telegraphs to the audience that this is NOT intended to be an accurate portrayal of the events but a sensationalised and campy take on the events. What could have happened is likely more Interesting than what did happen. Save that for a proper documentary (which would also be great to see).
Well done Mr Burton and Mr Depp. I can only hope you're remembered fondly for these films & that history forgets the later dross and doesn't let it tarnish the fine work that came beforehand. Bravo boys.