March 30th, 2013
MEOW!
The first R-rated film I've ever seen in theaters still remains an excellent movie musical, and one of the best films of Tim Burton's reproitore. His vision has the feel of a gothic horror film that's both cynical and dreary, which perfectly matches the characteristics of the title character himself, portrayed with vengeful gusto by Johnny Depp; he gives one of the best performances of his career. Helena Bonham Carter gives a comical yet subtle performance as Mrs. Lovett, Professor Snape (Alan Rickman) will surprise all with his unique singing voice, just as he surprised us when we found out that {SPOILERSPOILERSPOILERSPOILERS} in the last Harry Potter picture, and Sacha Baron Cohen is a delight as Signor (Station Inspector) Pirelli. The music by Stephen Sondheim is magnificent as well, with some genuine stand-outs. "My Friends" is a treasure trove of silver razors, "Johanna (Trio)" is just brilliantly performed and shot, and "By The Sea" may be sung beautifully, but you can't imagine what comic surprises are in store for you. It does tend to drag in places that can halt the film for about a minute, but other than that nitpick, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a twisted work of art that is sure to swing your razors high, and hold it to the sky. Out of five shiny razors, I give Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street...
Until next time,
the last one...
WEST SIDE STORY
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and MEOW, of course!
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