A scary, darkly funny, and over-all beautiful film masterpiece.

Rating: 9/10 (12 June 2001)

This move is my favorite. Director Tim Burton captures us once again in a thrilling masterpice of sight, sound, and atmosphere.

It has wrongly been named a simple run-of-the-mill horror film. It posseses the elements of many ganeras, not just horror, but romance, suspence, fantasy, mystery, and even action! The film was macabre and funny simultaniously at times, giving it a dark humor (what Tim Burton film does'nt?). Sure Cristina Ricci could have done with a bit more feeling, and at certain times Jhonny Depp should have been a little more convincing, but give them the credit.
It was not easy doing this horror film for them. I have read the original story-board, and I found it astounding how many things so alike! I MAY give away some things, so if you are planning to see the movie for the first time, I suggest you stop reading.
I have seen the Disney cartoon nemerous times, and i was always intreaged by the feeling of the headless horseman. People just don't forget the headless horseman there is a certain feeling about him that just cant be placed. His very form seems to symbolise power. The sound of his black horse's hove pounding the ground makes hearts beat faster in fear of excitement, I just don't know even though I have seen the movie many times.The acting in the film was astounding! I especially feel sorry for cristopher Waklen who as it turns out, is terrified of horses! My love for this movie is all too great to put into words. My only sugestcion for you is to sit back, try to enjoy and hold on to your head!