A simple story line turned brilliant by actors, and set design

Rating: 7/10 (3 May 2004)

--A few possible spoilers--
I saw this film on C4 last night.
I was expecting a "hide behind a cushion" scary, horror film, but was pleasantly surprised to find Sleepy Hollow was completely watchable, without being boring, and still having a few great look away moments.
Yet again Depp gives a stunning performance this time as Constable Ichabod Crane, brought to Sleepy Hollow to find a logical explanation for several murders which locals believe were committed by a headless horseman, determined not to believe the horseman rumours he sets about trying to solve the mystery.
The mysterious, ghost-like, misty atmosphere give the perfect setting for this story. Combine this with some fairytale elements and a few funny moments (my favourite of which has to be either Ichabod's regular fainting or the expression on his face when he's hiding on his bed after realizing the horseman is real), makes this a very entertaining film.
This would be a great film to watch if your looking for something that is not too serious or scary, which still contains an element of fun. Perfect for a Halloween night with friends.
Watch this film if you like films which are a bit scary but still contain an element of fun. But be warned it does contain quiet a few gory moments.