Jumped out of my skin...

Rating: 10/10 (27 April 2006)

This was an over all excellent movie. There isn't any one word to describe this movie. First of all it's a Tim Burton film so you're to expect the unexpected from this genius. For those who don't know, Sleepy Hollow is based on a legend and book. Basically, a headless horseman has been going around Sleepy Hollow, terrorizing the residents of this isolated town. When two residents have been murdered, the 'town elders' call on Constable Ichabod Crane (played by Johnny Depp) to solve the mystery. Other characters include Katrina Anne Van Tassle (Christina Ricci) and a handful of power house British actors that give life to this Burton masterpiece.
The overall mood of the movie is dark. Every minute is filled with suspense. It was straight-forward (absolutely no mercy) when it came to the murdering of each victim. Burton must be going for a world record and see how much blood he could throw onto Depp during the entire movie. The headless horseman was ruthless and pure evil. Depp's portrayal of Ichabod Crane was absolutely stunning. Although at the start he looked like the perfect hero (good-looking, calm and wise demeanor, in-charge, intelligent)his flaws come as quickly as you thought he was the perfect man for the job. He was a flawed man who tried to look strong on the outside but absolutely faints at the sight of blood and is terrified of bugs and pests on the inside. Depp definitely played this character right. Ricci was credible as the innocent (or so you'd think), naive and beautiful love interest of Ichabod Crane. Overall, this movie made me and my best friend, jump out of our skins. In my opinion the best Tim Burton film ever.