A Modern Classic

Rating: Null/10 (13 September 2003)

Years ago I saw a wonderful movie with imaginitive sets, quirky direction, a memorable and magical story, and of course, Johnny Depp. This was the movie that made me a devoted fan of his and cemented my love of Tim Burton's films. Recently, I re-watched this gem and felt that it still holds up after 13 years. Depp is unforgettable in this role of an outsider who is at first joyously welcomed into suburbia, only to be cruelly shunned and driven away by those same "friendly folks". It's a testament to his great acting and a well-written screenplay that would make me fall in love with this odd character.Despite heavy make-up that renders him practically unrecognizable and a voice that is equally unrecognizable, I was quite taken with this incredible actor. (It was not until I saw "Cry-Baby" that I realized what an attractive guy he is too.)Anyway, "Edward Scissorhands" was one of my favorite films of the '90's and I think one of the best and unforgettable of the decade. An instant classic.