Set in a small European village in the 19th century, this animated film tells the story of a young man named Victor (Depp) who is taken away to the underworld when he mistakenly proposes to a mysterious Corpse Bride (Bonham-Carter). Meanwhile, his real bride is left in the land of the living, wondering where her love has gone.
Burton mixes the most unlikely genres: fantasy, drama, romance, and musical, which culminates into a whimsical but meaningful end product. For you non-musical lovers out there, don't let this element scare you away. My boyfriend, Mike, hates musicals, yet he thoroughly enjoyed this film. In reference to the musical sections he said, "I thought it was okay in Corpse Bride. They didn't over do it, so it wasn't annoying."
This recognizable tale appeals to children and adults alike; it has a core bittersweet truth that makes the best fairy tales travel through generations.
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I give this movie a 10/10 and here's why:
Characters: I instantly connected with the main character, Victor, feeling his emotions alongside him. I also came to understand the Corpse Bride as well. Character development is very much present.
Visuals: Burton manages to captivate once again with the contrast of light and dark as well as pain-staking work on the details of the visuals - wonderful end product.
Genre rating for Animation/Fantasy: The film is wonderfully creative; Burton excels at creating entire worlds within his work. Two thumbs up for originality!
Trailer courtesy of IMDB.
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