Finally Horror gets good again!

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2006)

For years I was getting fed up with horror movies about phsycos who pop out of nowhere or so-called 'phsycologigal thrillers' where they tried to get inside your mind to unnerve you. I mean, if I'm not mistaken in the good old days horror films were about imagery getting a feeling that there might be something lurking sinisterly in the woods. But unfortunately that sort of aesthetic has been forgotten. That was until Tim Burton came along. I know many people are fed up with everyone gabbing on about him, but really the guy deserves it. You can tell this was made by a fan of genuine old-school horror flicks, whilst also taking advantage of decensored movies have become since then.
The plot takes some nice twists and turns and the whole cast are superb, most note-worthy of course is Johnny Depp with his portrayal of Ichabod Crane. Most actors would play him as a strong-silent type, Depp on the other hand, thanks to his lack of vanity, plays him interestingly and almost cartoonish. But what really stuck out in this film has to be the sword-play. The horseman's unique style has him sword fighting with grace, power and and unusual style. One of my favourite movies of all time, a definite must-see.