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Much as I normally appreciate both Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter’s work, I’m not sure either are perfectly cast in these roles. So that, in truth, makes me nervous. But I think Tim Burton is a great choice as director for this film, so I’m going to engage in a bit of trust there. I also think Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall are both great castings for Judge Turpin and Beadle Bamford, respectively. And, of course, you can’t go wrong with Stephen Sondheim, the greatest living American composer/lyricist.
No takers? Considering the various players involved in this film, and the different elements of storytelling, I’d imagine there would be others anticipating the impending release. I’ve been waiting for this film to come out for so long, I forgot when I first heard about it. Here’s a behind-the-scenes clip to see if it excites interest.
No takers? Considering the various players involved in this film, and the different elements of storytelling, I’d imagine there would be others anticipating the impending release. I’ve been waiting for this film to come out for so long, I forgot when I first heard about it. Here’s a behind-the-scenes clip to see if it excites interest.
I might see it, but Burton's recent work has been pretty disappointing, and I'm always a bit suspicious of musicals, particularly when they're adapted to the screen.
Alright, I’ve learned my lesson. Silence denotes disinterest. I know musicals attract only a very specific audience, I just figured I would throw it out there.
Mr.P., just wondering if you’ve seen Bonham Carter in Fight Club? I think that’s a character/movie that you might like.
Mad, I heard Sondheim interviewed and he specifically addressed your concern regarding stage-musical to screen adaptations. He said largely the movie is just an attempt at filming the stage version of the musical. He goes on to say that Burton has definitely reinterpreted the material specifically as a film. Whether that is so, I have no idea.
Alright, I’ve learned my lesson. Silence denotes disinterest. I know musicals attract only a very specific audience, I just figured I would throw it out there.
Mr.P., just wondering if you’ve seen Bonham Carter in Fight Club? I think that’s a character/movie that you might like.
Yes I did. She was fine in that. Good movie overall and I love the premise...I too make soap in my spare time and am riddled with debt! I guess I do not DISlike these people...just neutral.
What is this movie based on? Why is Sweeney Todd familiar to me? For some reason , I'm thinking gangland figure, but maybe I'm mixing him up with David Courtney.
Either way, if you put Johnny Depp and Tim Burton together and you've got a decent chance that I'll like the movie.
Is there any way to transfer it?
