MirrorMask
Samuel Goldwyn Films | Release Date: September 30, 2005
7.5
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Generally favorable reviews based on 34 Ratings
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MalcomM.Mar 8, 2006
A vastly over rated neverland. Boring stuff, Arty farty wierdo.
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LayneM.Sep 17, 2006
One of the best fantasy movies of all time. In the tradition of fantasy stories like Alice in Wonderland, The Neverending Story, Labyrinth and The Wizard of Oz, we are taken to a world of wonder that hinges upon a young person's One of the best fantasy movies of all time. In the tradition of fantasy stories like Alice in Wonderland, The Neverending Story, Labyrinth and The Wizard of Oz, we are taken to a world of wonder that hinges upon a young person's imagination, in this case the character of Helena. This is not a movie for low-attention-span action/adventure/romance fans; this is a movie for dreamers. Mirrormask has more in common with Fringe Theatre than with typical motion picture storytelling, and most critics seem incapable of grasping this concept. Anyone who harbors a wonder-eyed child within them, who truly appreciates the genre of fantasy, will love this movie. One of those rare films that can be watched again and again, because the themes are so fundamental and the execution so stunning, Mirrormask is destined for a long life of home video sales as a cult classic.… Expand
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MovieLonely94Sep 5, 2011
While I was searching for a movie that would keep my interest just like the other ones in a library, I stumble upon this one known as MirrorMask. At first, I thought it was gonna be strange and awkward...

Boy was I wrong. It caught my veryWhile I was searching for a movie that would keep my interest just like the other ones in a library, I stumble upon this one known as MirrorMask. At first, I thought it was gonna be strange and awkward...

Boy was I wrong.

It caught my very interest and I think I'll write the plot in which we already know about. It tells about a 15 year old girl named Helena who works at a circus with her family and wishes to live in a real life. Suddenly, she finds herself transported into the Dark Lands with Giants, Monkeybirds and Sphinxes and must find the MirrorMask to save the kingdom and return home.

When I watched it twice, everything that this movie throws totally blew me away. The premise about a young girl who gets transported to a magical fantasy land and is sent on a mission to find the MirrorMask to save the princess and get back to her own world was very interesting. The acting was magnificent, The visuals were creative and astounding, the scary moments were satisfying, and the CGI effects were solid and very unique.

There are two problems with this movie however. 1. The fast pacing and 2. The tiresome minute length MirrorMask is a very good fantasy movie from famous author Neil Gaiman and it has a darker tone to go along with it. Thumbs Up.

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PedroLynnFeb 9, 2006
(Spanish comment ;) Visualmente es una obra de arte sencillamente fantástica, cada escena es una conjunción de modelos, escenarios y efectos de luces fantásticos que generan una atmósfera especial para una (Spanish comment ;) Visualmente es una obra de arte sencillamente fantástica, cada escena es una conjunción de modelos, escenarios y efectos de luces fantásticos que generan una atmósfera especial para una historia sencilla pero interesante. Imperdible!… Expand
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MelissaMar 5, 2006
Visually stunning. Great story, too. If you can't think, or don't get very strong imagery, you won't like this movie. Definitely for those who understand literature, art, and themselves.
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MobiusJun 3, 2006
If you liked films like, The Dark Crystal, charlie and the chocolate factory,rocky horror picture show,Final fantasy,monty python,dark city,brazil,the grinch and edward scissor hands, then chances are you will like this film. you need to be If you liked films like, The Dark Crystal, charlie and the chocolate factory,rocky horror picture show,Final fantasy,monty python,dark city,brazil,the grinch and edward scissor hands, then chances are you will like this film. you need to be an intelegent person with imagination to see what this story is about, or for you simple people out there its a bizzare Alice in Wonderland.… Expand
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RobertE.Oct 13, 2005
The brilliant visual imagination that created Mirrormask makes up for the somewhat garbled plot.
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BrookE.Oct 20, 2005
Absolutely brilliant in every way! I am lucky enought to work at a small arthouse that exhibited this film, so I saw it, or rather, experienced it, 8 times. Each time was wonderful. Each time I caught something I missed in a previous Absolutely brilliant in every way! I am lucky enought to work at a small arthouse that exhibited this film, so I saw it, or rather, experienced it, 8 times. Each time was wonderful. Each time I caught something I missed in a previous screening. Do not miss this film! Ask your local arthouse to book it. Beg them to book it. Promise them you'll bring 10 other people to see it. This is the way CGI ought to be used. Wow!… Expand
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JaneA.Oct 8, 2005
Very well done. Stunning.
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TheoH.Mar 13, 2006
Visually pretty much what one would expect from McKean. He doesn't quite manage the move from 2D into 3D design; the cinematography is necessarily boring and stage-like as a result. Unfortunately he has no idea how to direct and the Visually pretty much what one would expect from McKean. He doesn't quite manage the move from 2D into 3D design; the cinematography is necessarily boring and stage-like as a result. Unfortunately he has no idea how to direct and the pacing is excruciatingly bad.… Expand
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TylerDMay 10, 2006
Amazing. From the story to the beautiful art direction, Mirrormask shines. Very, very brightly.
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AndrewF.May 31, 2006
Extremely creative movie, able to be enjoyed as a simple story or as an allegory with whatever meaning you prefer. Truly a great movie, of which I know many people who should see it. Good themes running through it, as well.
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RebeccaP.Nov 4, 2005
I love Valentine. He was dumb, but sweet.
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DrunkenMasterDec 27, 2005
A vastly underrated wonderland. Brilliant cinematography and breathtakingly gorgeous art set in a traditionally based children's tale. Well worth your time.
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DaveC.Nov 16, 2005
Don't be fooled - this is a solid and heartfelt work of wonder, and the best I've seen this year.
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AlienSpaceBatsAug 10, 2013
Very theatrical, almost stage-like and a visual treat, though Gaiman's writing is as derivative and formulaic as ever. The star of the show is seeing Dave McKean's artwork in motion.
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VileTemptrezFeb 20, 2014
Strange yet beautiful film. I love the look, the music, and the story. I enjoyed this movie a lot more than Pan's Labyrinth (which was also strange yet beautiful).
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johnslegersJan 3, 2016
With Jim Henson's name attached to it, I was very curious to see "Mirrormask". After having seen it, I was very disappointment. While the Tim-Burtonesque scenery was very original, the sub-par (for 2005) CGI made it look like a mediocreWith Jim Henson's name attached to it, I was very curious to see "Mirrormask". After having seen it, I was very disappointment. While the Tim-Burtonesque scenery was very original, the sub-par (for 2005) CGI made it look like a mediocre computer game which took away much of the magic this film could have had. Stop motion or the typical Henson style puppets could have saved this film, however for some reason (budget?) they did not pick that option.

Besides that, the main character had little personality and her behavior was not believable for someone trapped in a surreal nightmarish dream world. The plot wasn't really compelling either and the ending was just lame. Besides that, for most of the film I was wondering how long it would take until it's over and that's usually not a good sign.

"Nightmare Before Christmas" was a wonderful surreal and dark little story that captivated the hearts of many viewers and "Mirrormask" tries to be something similar but unfortunately it failed at many levels.… Expand
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buddhalouJan 16, 2019
The visuals are just fantastic at times and feel a bit like watching a surrealist painting come to life, but I was pretty underwhelmed other than that. Tries to be clever and charming but comes off silly and dull. Probably would have been aThe visuals are just fantastic at times and feel a bit like watching a surrealist painting come to life, but I was pretty underwhelmed other than that. Tries to be clever and charming but comes off silly and dull. Probably would have been a good candidate back in my college days when we'd light up and watch a visually trippy flick with the sound off and play equally trippy music instead.… Expand
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