bad story good graphics and acting

Rating: 5/10 (29 April 2008)

Truth be told this is not Time Burton's greatest movie or even comes close to his greatest theatrical achievement. I love musicals but "Todd" lacks story and excitement, and the music wasn't even that good to begin with. And the fact that you predict almost every event that happens doesn't help well. The movie wasn't even as bloody as I thought it would be; it's about as disturbing as they come, just not the same bloody show we expect from Burton.
Props, however, go to Depp and Carter for their superb acting in a otherwise lame film. I also liked how three actors from the Harry Potter films: Rickman, Spall, and Carter could do this movie together.
I will also say that the film as great artistic quality. With the different in focus and out of focus shots and reflection shots were quite remarkable as well. The fact that the bloody scenes were shot to make it look artistic didn't work.
I wouldn't see it if you don't have a want to see it. You'll be disappointed.