A Dark, Yet Beautiful Movie

Rating: 10/10 (23 November 2009)

I've always been a fan of Tim Burton, so that was the only reason I saw this movie. But from the moment the song "No Place Like London" came on, I was instantly in a trance. The dark theme Burton set for it made it a Victorian goth story, and the love interests and heavy emotion made it a romance as well. Johnny Depp played Sweeney Todd to a T. (try saying that 5 times fast). The songs were amazing as were the voices who sang them. Every time I watch the ending, I want to cry, while others (such as my mom, who watched it with me) wanted to vomit. The only complaints I have is the bad effects of the blood, the could-have-done-better casting of Bonham Carter, and the mediocre acting of Sanders (although his singing made up for it). I still can't put my finger exactly why I love this movie as much as I do, but I can say that it is the best Tim Burton film (directing) yet. His emotional attachment really shows in the unique and interesting camera angles and directing choices. It's much more than just a cannibalistic slasher horror film, it's a journey into the life of a man who is changed as he becomes obsessed with revenge. A must-see for Tim Burton fans!