It used to be my favourite Burton film, but after watching it + the two 'Ed' films I realize it's not as good as those two, mostly due to its lack of heart. Still an amazing film, though. Could be the best looking Burton film - the cinematography is beautiful and the production design is without equal. Love the way the Headless Horseman was realized - simply a perfect representation - and love the inspired casting of Christopher Walken. The story could be a bit better, but the dialogue's great with just the right amount of morbid humour and the mystery element is welcome. Add in an expected solid performance from Depp, a great ensemble cast, and a terrific Elfman score, and you've got one of Burton's top three films. Also my favourite film to watch on Halloween.

This film is really a comedy, and that's why it works in addition to the gorgeous sets and costumes. The mystery was alternately dull and predictable, but I didn't mind watching Miranda Richardson ham it up. The acting makes the film, though Depp is not nearly as unattractive as Crane is supposed to be in the original story.

B+

My favorite Burton film and one of my favorite films of all-time. I was obsessed with it when I was 9 years old (I even bought the toys and trading cards), and, in my opinion, it never grows old. Everything is perfect: the atmosphere, the gore, the humor, the heightened performances, etc. One of those films which has seeped into my bones and mind because I have watched it so many times. It is gorgeously, perfectly macabre.