Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
DreamWorks SKG | Release Date: December 21, 2007
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SheenaL.Jan 4, 2008
Tim Burton does an honourable job and taking Sondheim's show and putting it on film. The lighting, sets and make-up paint the screen well however, his choice in casting missed the mark. Depp was too small in stature to play Todd and his Tim Burton does an honourable job and taking Sondheim's show and putting it on film. The lighting, sets and make-up paint the screen well however, his choice in casting missed the mark. Depp was too small in stature to play Todd and his voice was no match for Sondheim's score when he sang in his upper register. Bonham Carter spent most of her time looking beautiful (a beautiful Mrs. Lovette?!) and lacked the timing and punctuation needed to get all of the laughs from her songs. The extra scenes that were written into the movie were superfluous but the movie still entertained. It was the youngest three lesser known actors who delivered the vocals the way they were meant to be. I plan to be the first in line to get the DVD.… Expand
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JohnK.Feb 15, 2008
Excellent film, great soundtrack, great story, lovely. Definitely worth your time!
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AnneR.Feb 20, 2008
Awesome music, amazing acting, outstanding movie! One of the best films I've ever seen. I honestly was not expecting to like it, but I was pleasantly surprised! Had me singing for weeks afterward!
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ZackM.Jan 3, 2010
Not my favorite movie but it is my favorite musical. the reason being is that it is gory bloody and sadistic not like any other movie i've seen. and not to mention johnny depp truly brought out the sympathetic side of a madmen very good Not my favorite movie but it is my favorite musical. the reason being is that it is gory bloody and sadistic not like any other movie i've seen. and not to mention johnny depp truly brought out the sympathetic side of a madmen very good work on burtons part.… Expand
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RavenDec 23, 2007
Simply a very good movie. Takes the image musicals have to a whole new level. A must see, and in my opinion the best Johnny Depp movie to date.
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AlbinGFeb 3, 2008
Brilliant stuff. I just find it ashame that the ratings around the net are being dragged down by people giving it poor reviews based on the fact that it is a musical. Some people have actual complaints about the music, which i have no Brilliant stuff. I just find it ashame that the ratings around the net are being dragged down by people giving it poor reviews based on the fact that it is a musical. Some people have actual complaints about the music, which i have no problem with. It's just when people give it 0 siting "it's a musical lol so it must sucks obviously". I thought the music was brilliant. I felt that Anthony was a bit weak in the long run. A few too many mushy glazed leers into the middle-distance. I thought everyone else did their job well. Good music, good singing, good entertainment. Some excellent suspense work, as well as lots of (thematically justified) blood. I was gripped after 5 minutes. Good stuff all round.… Expand
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Nico.Mar 10, 2008
This film is so cool, i can't forget all the songs and the blood.
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GatsbyJ.Mar 7, 2008
-I don't think Burton is a "genius" but contarary to Phil D's passionate tirade against the director, I think Burton's movies are fun to watch and I do like the visual style. But as for those brilliant reviewers who say they -I don't think Burton is a "genius" but contarary to Phil D's passionate tirade against the director, I think Burton's movies are fun to watch and I do like the visual style. But as for those brilliant reviewers who say they hate the movie and list "boring boring boring" or eloquently complain that "nobody dance" during the movie, they're not really giving much detail. -I like the movie because the plot was simple and compelling, the idea of the two lovers who can't be together (Depp's character and the woman he loved), but twisted around slightly by echoing them in a younger generation of lovers who have hope of happiness. I thought the visual style was excellent, and here's an EXAMPLE (people need to give more of these): the moment when Depp's character gets his box of barber-knives back and holds one up to his face, and you see his mad, twisted reflection in the clear silver of the blade, and he says that his arms is once again complete. Anyone want to argue that Burton's directing or Depp's acting or the script was off during that moment? London was also grim and beautifully depicted, as fits the whole Industrial Revolution look of it. -The music was fantastic and the singing was much better than I thought it would be (people tended to cringe when the first line of the movie was sung, but then they started getting into it). -Acting was great, especially Depp and Rickman. My only problem was the ending was rushed and flawed, since we don't really get any info on the young lovers. -Good movie; watch it, then judge it.… Expand
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SimonB.Apr 6, 2008
I've been a movie-goer since I was little. I've been watching movies on and off the TV. There isn't much I haven't already seen and there isn't much I can't compare to something else. For once, we get a movie I've been a movie-goer since I was little. I've been watching movies on and off the TV. There isn't much I haven't already seen and there isn't much I can't compare to something else. For once, we get a movie that's quality, that's creative. It's a remake of a play and it shows. I think with all the effort put through this , some people (COUGH PHIL.D COUGH) should have more consideration. Instead of hating the movie just because it's made by Tim Burton, you should try actually watching it. I am a musician and I would say that the camera play was dead-on with the music. It always FIT it was always where it should be. Timing things such as gestures to every beat made it all the more interesting as a musical comedy. The plot was simply revenge involving Judge Turpin and Benjamin (AKA Sweeney Todd) Barker, played by J-Depp. Johnny Depp is a brilliant actor, as Tim Burton said it, the actors weren't meant to be full of life in their movements, because that's what the make-up was for. How contradictory would it be for a "cold, bitter man" to play "lively musical dancer", do you think? The singing I wouldn't find anything "embarrassing" into as some have said. Johnny Depp didn't strike a note wrong and he was singing very well. Everything playing in that movie I found catchy and it's really cruel to pretend that it's nothing but scrap heap. There was TREMENDOUS effort put through this by the actors and the crew. There aren't bad movies: Just bad audiences.… Expand
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JoeB.Jul 1, 2008
A Masterpiece, made even moreso by Johnny Depp. I ask, 'is there nothing this man cannot do?'
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NicholasGApr 15, 2009
I felt that scenes which did not involve Johnny Depp or Helena Bonham Carter were much more interesting. The exeption to this is the shaving competition which was only good because of Sacha Baron Cohen, who by the way was my favourite I felt that scenes which did not involve Johnny Depp or Helena Bonham Carter were much more interesting. The exeption to this is the shaving competition which was only good because of Sacha Baron Cohen, who by the way was my favourite character and probably sung the best.… Expand
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RichardB.Dec 22, 2007
Sweeney Todd is the PERFECT film musical.
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DeborahL.Dec 24, 2007
Burton seems to have made every choice correctly, from the intense but unshowy singing to the borderline bizarre art direction, finding the humanity in the inhumane and making you believe the whole ghastly business. And the music is exquisite!
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MikeY.Dec 20, 2007
What a HORROR..in a great way. See this movie. It will give you chills, thrills and laughs for a long time to come.
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ErynD.Dec 26, 2007
Overall, as a fan of the stage production, I was more than satisfied with this adaptation. It's visually beautiful, the orchestration is magnificent, the acting is fairly good, and the singing really grew on me, especially now that I Overall, as a fan of the stage production, I was more than satisfied with this adaptation. It's visually beautiful, the orchestration is magnificent, the acting is fairly good, and the singing really grew on me, especially now that I see it set against the characters in motion. "Pretty Women" still bugged me the way it always did in the stage show, but I was surprised that Anthony's "Johanna" solo didn't bug me at all since they trimmed it down, I think. I had some issues with it, but I don't think its faults are big enough to really knock off any points with me, personally. Especially after seeing it multiple times, the things that bugged me the first time don't really bug me much at all anymore. Go see it, everyone!… Expand
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ChadS.Dec 27, 2007
Laugh at the man who sings showtunes and he'll slice your throat. "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" actually made me smile...at blood. It's not the blood itself; it's the blood in juxtaposition with song, and Laugh at the man who sings showtunes and he'll slice your throat. "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" actually made me smile...at blood. It's not the blood itself; it's the blood in juxtaposition with song, and that is a combination audiences have never seen before. "Sweeney Todd" is unbelievably violent. The filmmaker miraculously finds the right tone for all those slit throats that fall somewhere between graphic and whimsical. Johnny Depp(imagine Nick Cave) and Helena Bonham Carter(imagine Siouxsie Sioux) are brilliant as Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett. They're sociopaths. They don't have an ounce of good in them. The filmmaker had the guts to make both leads completely ruthless and evil. "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" accomplishes the unthinkable; it's a guy's night out musical.… Expand
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TomR.Dec 27, 2007
Visually stunning. Burton does more for black dark hued films than most black and white movies. The singing is a bit thin. Both Depp and Helena Boham Carter have comparatively quiet voices. They make up for it with their acting. If you loved Visually stunning. Burton does more for black dark hued films than most black and white movies. The singing is a bit thin. Both Depp and Helena Boham Carter have comparatively quiet voices. They make up for it with their acting. If you loved the musical you will love the movie. Audience unfamiliar with SWT may find the movie quite a shock. The movie is awash with spurting arterial blood. But then thats what you would expect. The audience we saw the film murmured a lot at the end of the picture. Actually listening to the soundtrack at home after the movie, proved richer. Theater sound systems are built more to deal with explosions and dialogue. So I think the recording does a better job at capturing music. What impressed me about the film was how I understood every lyric sung in the musical dialogue. I heard lyrics much clearer than I have often heard in live theatre. If you like Sweeney Todd the musical...I can't imagine you won't like the movie.… Expand
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SoniaA.Jan 1, 2008
I thought this was a really Good movie!! you have Johnny depp and Helena Bothen-cart two good actors and then you have Tim burton The best Director you can't go wrong!!
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MaynaJan 1, 2008
I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS MOVIE!!! Besides the stupid unneccesary blood that they put in, it was purely wonderful!!
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CourtneyE.Jan 4, 2008
This was the best movie ever i mean it really moved and made you just want to see it more and more times.
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JenyaP.Jan 5, 2008
I was so impressed with this movie and my husband who doesn't like musicals enjoyed it so much that he asked when we were going to be able to go and get the soundtrack because ever since we saw it he has been singing the songs from it!
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AlexQJan 8, 2008
I saw this movie 2xs on consecutive days, first at an AMC, last at a Harkins. The AMC was glorious, strong color and resonant sound. The Harkins viewing was awful--the speakers couldn't handle the higher register so Carter sounded tinny I saw this movie 2xs on consecutive days, first at an AMC, last at a Harkins. The AMC was glorious, strong color and resonant sound. The Harkins viewing was awful--the speakers couldn't handle the higher register so Carter sounded tinny & horrible. Either the film print was bad or the projector bulb weak, but the color was completely desaturated as well. Many times characters were half lost in the shadows. It was very close to a Drive in experience--which makes me wonder if those who did not enjoy the movie saw it under conditions ala Harkins.… Expand
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TanmayS.Feb 5, 2008
too operatic to be involving, and the music gets to you after a point. But brilliant, not least for its performances.
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JessicaHFeb 9, 2008
Beautiful adaptation of the stage musical. Johnny Depp's and Helena Bonham Carter's singing wasn't that great, but the overall effect was fantastic. The cinematography was stunning, and the acting was equally amazing. I Beautiful adaptation of the stage musical. Johnny Depp's and Helena Bonham Carter's singing wasn't that great, but the overall effect was fantastic. The cinematography was stunning, and the acting was equally amazing. I can't say enough good things about the movie, although it was more gory than I expected.… Expand
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keApr 13, 2008
Best Tim Burton film and best johnny depp film. The songs are good and the ending just tragic.
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BrandonM.May 10, 2008
One of my favorite films! I love how the music was used to tell the story rather than to overdue the certain topic at hand; as most musical films do. This film reminds me of the old Tim Burton films, with the dark pale skin, sunken eyes, and One of my favorite films! I love how the music was used to tell the story rather than to overdue the certain topic at hand; as most musical films do. This film reminds me of the old Tim Burton films, with the dark pale skin, sunken eyes, and dark backgrounds (even though its day). Johnny Depp was extremely good in this part, even with him singing! I highly recommend this film.… Expand
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MatthewK.Dec 20, 2007
Brilliant adaptation of one of the most brilliant pieces of theatre ever written. Wonderful performances, tight direction and writing, genius music and lyrics, and breathtaking visuals. One of the best films of the year, and by far the best Brilliant adaptation of one of the most brilliant pieces of theatre ever written. Wonderful performances, tight direction and writing, genius music and lyrics, and breathtaking visuals. One of the best films of the year, and by far the best movie musical in nearly 40 years (since Oliver!) Just wonderful.… Expand
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StarrLightDec 20, 2007
Excellent movie! The most fun I have had watching a bloodbath, ever!
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StephenVanG.Dec 22, 2007
Do not let reviews and comments from others help make your mind up. See Sweeney Todd for yourself! Having been a devotee of the musical since seeing the original production - this is a faithful and beautiful production. The much talked about Do not let reviews and comments from others help make your mind up. See Sweeney Todd for yourself! Having been a devotee of the musical since seeing the original production - this is a faithful and beautiful production. The much talked about gore is for this viewer played for comic relief not horror. What I can say is simply - GO make up your own mind.… Expand
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JaneB.Dec 23, 2007
I've been a fan of the play/music for over 20 years. Wasn't sure what to expect, but Tim Burton's movie was WAY better then I even imagined it could be! The music stayed true to Sondheim - I was way impressed!!!
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DonK.Dec 24, 2007
Tons of grim fun, faithful to the stage play.
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moonman1994Dec 23, 2013
A bloody success! The music is great and the atmosphere is perfectly creepy. Although more violent and gruesome than the stage version (which is more funny) this film is great. It makes you laugh, smile and a little sick to your stomach soA bloody success! The music is great and the atmosphere is perfectly creepy. Although more violent and gruesome than the stage version (which is more funny) this film is great. It makes you laugh, smile and a little sick to your stomach so you've gotta love it.… Expand
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NecromusDec 6, 2012
A story from 1846, turned into a ballet in 1959, then into a Broadway musical in 1979, then into a Hollywood screenplay by Tim Burton in 2007. What I really want to know is what possessed Sir Malcom Arnold in the late 1970's to think "Hey!A story from 1846, turned into a ballet in 1959, then into a Broadway musical in 1979, then into a Hollywood screenplay by Tim Burton in 2007. What I really want to know is what possessed Sir Malcom Arnold in the late 1970's to think "Hey! This horror story would make a great musical!". This was the weirdest and most disturbing musical I have ever seen, but I guess since it's a remake of a Broadway musical it is true to its roots. +10 for Tim Burton having the guts to release Sweeney Todd as a movie. The acting and singing was superb. I'm not sure I ever want to see it again because it is so gory and violent, but it is what it is. BTW: Interesting fact: Johnny Depp was absolutely horrified when he read the script. Because of all of the violence and cannibalism in it? -- Nope. Because for the first few minutes of the film he would have to play a "normal person" - OH THE HORROR!!!! LOL… Expand
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JefersonBarbosaAug 15, 2012
Sweeney Todd, é um dos melhores musicais já produzidos no cinema!
Depp, Burton e Carter estão em sua melhor forma.
A obra é tocante, o visual imersivo e a trilha sonora impecável.
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JawsLaxerDramaDec 22, 2012
Bloody and insanely over produced, Sweeney Todd is actually a good movie aside from murders. While it's grim, dirty and just...well, I mean Jesus, look at Johnny Depp. Sweeney Todd is incredibly sad and while there is depth, it went on just aBloody and insanely over produced, Sweeney Todd is actually a good movie aside from murders. While it's grim, dirty and just...well, I mean Jesus, look at Johnny Depp. Sweeney Todd is incredibly sad and while there is depth, it went on just a bit too long. Still a good movie though. B-… Expand
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mpmartinJul 10, 2013
This movie/musical has the distinction of being my favorite movie, even after nearly 6 years after I saw it the first time. What's good about it? Many things. The costumes are superb, the cinematography is beautiful, and yes, everyone canThis movie/musical has the distinction of being my favorite movie, even after nearly 6 years after I saw it the first time. What's good about it? Many things. The costumes are superb, the cinematography is beautiful, and yes, everyone can sing. Johnny Depp, who is always interesting, does what became an Oscar-nominated performance in the title role. It's a reminder that when he is on his game, it's a fabulous ride. This movie is based upon the Stephen Sondheim award-winning musical but is much shorter and the humor is trimmed as well, making this a melodrama instead of a comedy. But, it's still highly entertaining and I would recommend getting a little familiar with the lyrics to the songs before watching because it just makes watching better. Sweeney Todd was Benjamin Barker, a young man with a beautiful family, who is torn apart from them by a lecherous judge, played with appropriate sliminess by Alan Rickman. The New York Times opera critic gave Depp high marks and I think was hoping for more from Helena Bonham Carter (Mrs. Lovett), but she does well enough and shines in songs like A Little Priest, By the Sea, and Not While I'm Around. I do have to admit that I am not a fan of movie musicals, but this one is the exception. One of Tim Burton's best, right up there with Edward Scissorhands and Ed Wood.… Expand
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marcmyworksJan 20, 2014
A rather wonderful and original musical film. I found myself loving all the characters despite the evil nature of most of them. I was also glad to see Sasha Baron Cohen prove he is worthy of a blockbuster role.
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Brandy2001Jan 14, 2014
This Is a fantástic film, i just love it
This Is the best film thath i ever atched
This Is art
I love it
And the actors are the best of the world
Is just a perfect film
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arsheeshMay 9, 2014
Even if you dislike musicals, this film is going to be a perfect treat for you. Full of feels, gore and catchy numbers, Sweeney Todd incorporates every block in the great emotion spectrum, and is undoubtedly one of the best musicalEven if you dislike musicals, this film is going to be a perfect treat for you. Full of feels, gore and catchy numbers, Sweeney Todd incorporates every block in the great emotion spectrum, and is undoubtedly one of the best musical adaptations in history.… Expand
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MichaelP.Dec 25, 2007
Having grown up in England learning about the gruesome history of London in through the 1700s and 1800s it was good to see a film that was able to depict these dark times perfectly and at the same time be very entertaining. People who Having grown up in England learning about the gruesome history of London in through the 1700s and 1800s it was good to see a film that was able to depict these dark times perfectly and at the same time be very entertaining. People who complain that this isn't as good as the original musical need to come to the realization that this film is not the original musical, and was designed to fit a broader audience.… Expand
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JacquesC.Dec 26, 2007
Although I have never read the book nor seen the play, Sweeney Todd surprised me with its dark but fantastic plot, brilliantly-cast acting, and a variety of surprisingly well-executed music. Tim Burton truly was the perfect director for this Although I have never read the book nor seen the play, Sweeney Todd surprised me with its dark but fantastic plot, brilliantly-cast acting, and a variety of surprisingly well-executed music. Tim Burton truly was the perfect director for this film; he managed to realize a darkly humorous and completely captivating masterpiece.… Expand
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MarcyTDec 26, 2007
Who knew Captain Jack Sparrow, Professor Snape, and Bellatrix Lestrange could sing? Now that they've each played two identical big roles in year, Alan Rickman and Helena Bonham Carter need to worry about being typecast. A satisfyingly Who knew Captain Jack Sparrow, Professor Snape, and Bellatrix Lestrange could sing? Now that they've each played two identical big roles in year, Alan Rickman and Helena Bonham Carter need to worry about being typecast. A satisfyingly weird movie - singing among the gore and filth - but could have been a tad more fun. Still I thoroughly enjoyed it. All the actors were gruesomely great. Never read the book or saw the play. At least now I know why it wasn't showing at the local dinner-and-a-movie theater.… Expand
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MattDec 28, 2007
one of the best films i've seen this year. Great music and singing
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BarnyAug 1, 2021
Fantastic performances, songs, decor, filming. Certainly not a movie for all given its profoundly disturbed story but a beautiful one for the others.
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lovemusicMay 20, 2011
great movie. the music was good. the acting was great. the visual effects were spectacular. i simply love this film. it was funny and evil. and sad. it was glorious.
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Mathos22May 19, 2012
Dark, grisly, and yet oddly spellbinding, 'Sweeney Todd' comes together to be Tim Burton's best work to date. Featuring excellent performances by both Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street makesDark, grisly, and yet oddly spellbinding, 'Sweeney Todd' comes together to be Tim Burton's best work to date. Featuring excellent performances by both Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street makes for a superbly fun period-piece and musical. B+… Expand
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gartside27Nov 1, 2011
I don't like musicals. But I am a fan of Tim Burton films, and I don't know whether its the performance of Depp or the haunting songs that drew me in to this film, its excellent. Its typical of a Tim Burton film, with all the dark and drearyI don't like musicals. But I am a fan of Tim Burton films, and I don't know whether its the performance of Depp or the haunting songs that drew me in to this film, its excellent. Its typical of a Tim Burton film, with all the dark and dreary demeanor brought to life by cunning performances. The cast is also great, Depp IS Sweeney Todd, Helena Bonam-Carter plays her part well and even Sacha Baron Cohen cannot wreck this film...not that he's a terrible actor, I just didn't expect him to fit in as well as he did.… Expand
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StevenFMar 7, 2013
We knew Johnny Depp was a diverse actor but he really turned his hand to something different with his long time BFF Tim Burton, and this is certainly one of their finer moments in the career long collaborations.
A re-telling of the classicWe knew Johnny Depp was a diverse actor but he really turned his hand to something different with his long time BFF Tim Burton, and this is certainly one of their finer moments in the career long collaborations.
A re-telling of the classic barber in Fleet Street, Depp stars as the titular barber turned killer after tragedy befalls his happy family.
The musical score put forward by Steven Sondheim is wonderfully gripping and heartbreaking, as Sweeney Todd, formerly Benjamin Barker, returns to London to seek revenge on those who wronged him, namely Judge Turpin (Alan Rickman) and Beadle Bamford (Timothy Spall).
Todd re-opens his barber shop above the pie store, owned by Mrs Lovett (Helena Bonham Carter) and quickly establishes himself as quite the dangerously cunning and gentle barber, all aiming to the bigger picture of righting the wrongs of his past. He soon visits a market and we are introduced to the comedic Adolfo Pirelli (Sacha Baron Cohen) who is is a rip-off merchant selling hair growth elixir for bald men.
The film grows predictably darker and more horrific as the minutes tick on, as does the the musical numbers.
This is a tale of revenge and despair, and the talent involved do an excellent (and surprising) job of singing their own solo pieces along with the ensemble numbers, Depp is is stellar in what can only be described as a dark and nerving turn as the London barber.
Burton has perfectly put his own unique gothic touch to proceedings with the characters of Sweeney Todd and Mrs Lovett, who are equally as dangerous yet likeable, never really knowing who we are supposed to dislike throughout the film.
It has the perfect score to immediately capture and entice the viewer of any particular audience, whether its a catchy and humorous song (Baron Cohen's "Pirelli's Miracle Elixir") or a heartfelt and sombre tone (Todd's "Epiphany"), they all capture the mood and pace of the film, which sets up a thrilling and satisfying final act that will both please and shock.
Burton and Depp certainly chose a different direction for this film, and was an exceptionally brilliant idea to do so.… Expand
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TARDISlore7Jun 18, 2012
A fantastic film from start to finish, and definitely Tim Burton's finest. Despite not having any prior musical training, both Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter are able to deliver the lines and pitches of the musical's songs with feeling,A fantastic film from start to finish, and definitely Tim Burton's finest. Despite not having any prior musical training, both Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter are able to deliver the lines and pitches of the musical's songs with feeling, and I especially enjoyed Depp's emotional, simmering performance of the song 'Epiphany'. In fact, pretty much every aspect of Sweeney Todd drips atmosphere and evokes powerful emotions - the brooding score, the mysterious, gothic and haunting depiction of Victorian London, with it's uniformly deathly dark and sombre colours contrasting perfectly with the bright red fountains of blood that gush from Todd's unwitting victims, and the excellent costumes. The only minor niggles are the film's rather short length and Ed Sander's largely too 'Oliver'-like performance. This has to be my favourite film of all time and I highly recommend it.… Expand
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SpangleOct 26, 2015
A bloody good time, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a stellar musical. The score is phenomenal and the musical numbers are entirely enthralling and brilliantly done. They are so good, in fact, you almost forget you areA bloody good time, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a stellar musical. The score is phenomenal and the musical numbers are entirely enthralling and brilliantly done. They are so good, in fact, you almost forget you are watching a film about a barber who slits peoples throats. The acting and singing from the entire cast is very good and this is truly a role only Johnny Depp could play. Brilliantly shot and designed, the film is simply beautiful to look at with some seriously killer costumes to be found here. Tim Burton really hits a home run with the direction of this film, managing the extreme gore with the emotional element at the center of the story, as well as not overdoing it with the musical numbers. The ones that are here are exceptionally well done, but luckily it never feels like overkill. Above all though, I fell in love with the look and feel of the film. Truly, it was really beautiful. Overall, Sweeney Todd is a winner.… Expand
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BrianMcCriticJun 29, 2013
My favorite Tim Burton film. A dark musical that is cast perfectly especially the great Johnny Depp. Everything about this musical works from the songs to the dreery set pieces.
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LoRevisorJan 16, 2015
Como um filme não é lá essas coisas,mas como musical é genial,E ainda mais Johnny Depp delira interpretando genialmente Sweeney Todd além de cantar e de fato canta bem,Alan Rickman é Incrível,Helena Borhan Carter também é ótima Tim BurtonComo um filme não é lá essas coisas,mas como musical é genial,E ainda mais Johnny Depp delira interpretando genialmente Sweeney Todd além de cantar e de fato canta bem,Alan Rickman é Incrível,Helena Borhan Carter também é ótima Tim Burton dirige brilhantemente.… Expand
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FranzHcriticOct 27, 2013
Tim Burton's dark imagination blooms alive, and Johnny Depp is a shock, as he sings, with a British accent, quite well, as I don't have a clear description. The rest of the cast gets mixed in well. Disturbing, but charismatic.
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MattBrady99Mar 1, 2020
"There was a barber and his wife, and she was beautiful. A foolish barber and his wife. She was his reason and his life, and she was beautiful. And she was virtuous. And he was..."

The last great movie from Tim Burton. Sure, Frankenweenie"There was a barber and his wife, and she was beautiful. A foolish barber and his wife. She was his reason and his life, and she was beautiful. And she was virtuous. And he was..."

The last great movie from Tim Burton.

Sure, Frankenweenie and Big Eyes were fine, but I honestly felt his heart and soul went into this movie than his recent ones.

The bloodiest musical ever staged and I loved it.

'Sweeney Todd' is a fantastic dark tale of bloody revenge with bottled up sorrow. There's something incredibly spectral about the atmosphere throughout the movie that uniquely blends shadows and darkness to create traumatic events. However, the movie isn't shy away of dark humor.

With it being a musical, the songs are all equally brilliant. My favorites are between "My friends" and "Pretty women". In "My Friends", Depp not only sings, but express so much emotion through his eyes and face. There's sadness, pain, hatred, and a dirty plan sparkling in the barbers eyes, which was marvelously portrayed by Johnny Depp. I don't understand why people criticize Depp's singing, it's so beautiful.

Helen Bonham Carter is spectacular as the ghostly, but still gorgeous looking Mrs. Lovett. I love how even in her fantasies during the musical segment "By the Sea", Sweeney is still uninterested in her, because she never sees him smile, so even in her fantasies he's still rejecting her. It's pretty sad to be honest.

Sacha Baron Cohen, Alan Rickman and Timothy Spall were all excellent in their meaty roles. I find it interesting that a lot of the main characters in the movie are horrible people. I mean there are some decent folks in the story, but evil overshadows them.

The production and costume design are freaking superb and stood at to me the most. It adds so much to the environment and the overall tone of the movie. The score gives a major Phantom of the Opera vibe and I freaking love it.

Overall rating: Coming to think of it, Burton just made the best adaptation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hide. Sweeney Todd wants to kill and Benjamin Barker wants to see his family.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 5, 2016
Hey, at least it's enjoyable just what we asked for. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (what a weird name, right?) reminds all of us that 2007 has ended its year with such movies like this.
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JP32Oct 17, 2019
Directing this musical would have been a high-wire act for any director, and that is why I find myself so shocked at how well Burton pulls it all off. He shows intelligence and skillful cinematic intuition, realizing that part of the thrillDirecting this musical would have been a high-wire act for any director, and that is why I find myself so shocked at how well Burton pulls it all off. He shows intelligence and skillful cinematic intuition, realizing that part of the thrill of Sweeney Todd is in its Grand Guignol excess, and part is its deeply felt characters. He plays both elements exactly right...… Expand
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alejandro970Mar 25, 2023
It will not be the first time that this musical has been adapted to the cinema, but as an argument in its favor it is the combination of musical, black comedy and horror; with a cast that sings with all the naturalness in the world. FromIt will not be the first time that this musical has been adapted to the cinema, but as an argument in its favor it is the combination of musical, black comedy and horror; with a cast that sings with all the naturalness in the world. From Johnny Depp's golden years.… Expand
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ethanfp582Oct 15, 2016
If you can get past a slightly slow beginning, you'll get used to the style. The music and the murder put together is pure, perfect, classic, Tim Burton.
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antonzhalobMay 29, 2022
Забавная история-мюзикл, но как по мне - чисто на один раз.
Тим Бертон и Джонни Депп подарили хорошую историю!
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amheretojudgeFeb 11, 2018
beheld its wonders..

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street Musical genre has always been the heart of a theatre play or act and not so much in a film except some exceptions probably because not everyone gets it right but this timebeheld its wonders..

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street

Musical genre has always been the heart of a theatre play or act and not so much in a film except some exceptions probably because not everyone gets it right but this time it has arrived, the long last wait of the musical film that we all deserved. Sweeney Todd is the darkest project ever by Tim; that is saying a lot considering his history, and the best one too for the first time the movie gives enough work to the audience to mesmerize them. Tim Burton has matured himself as a director far better than probably anyone for his execution is dot perfect along with editing and also a more reasonable world to settle in. Johnny Depp as always gives his heart to Tim and this time he deserved this movie where every side of him is visible as clear as a crystal; he is a revelation in it with a great supporting cast like Alan Rickman. Sweeney Todd isn't goofy or even peculiar considering its premise but sharply to the point with smart writing, horrifying characters and sketchy tone that breeds the darkest phase in a human life with stellar performances.… Expand
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FilipeNetoFeb 23, 2018
This film focuses on Sweeney Todd, a vengeful barber convicted for a crime he didn't commit. Directed by Tim Burton, this film has a screenplay by John Logan, based on the stage musical of the same name written by Hugh Wheeler. The cast isThis film focuses on Sweeney Todd, a vengeful barber convicted for a crime he didn't commit. Directed by Tim Burton, this film has a screenplay by John Logan, based on the stage musical of the same name written by Hugh Wheeler. The cast is headed by Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman and Jayne Wisener, among other actors.

Tim Burton is a director about which I have many reservations. No one disputes his creativity, not their ability to create great movies. The problem is that he makes excellent films with the same ease that makes huge mistakes. So, I had few expectations when I went to see this film, and it still fell more when I saw it was going to be a musical. However, I was very pleased with what I saw, and I think Burton, this time, did a great job.

I don't know the original play, so I cannot tell if the script was true to the original story but I think it's a good script, doesn't make mistakes or leaves important questions unanswered, besides having interesting twists and an excellent finish. The actors were excellent, particularly Depp, who knew how to combine his taste for bizarre roles to a strong and deep voice. Helena Bonham Carter also shone, in an obscure character whose obsessive love leads to a journey to doom. This macabre couple really managed to give life to this film, turning it into a mix of horror and musical movie, which thickens as the plot goes to the end. Its a film that proves without doubt that the musicals doesn't need to be romantic and very cuddly, since the musicals can be seen as a scenic (and cinematic) variant of the opera, a so popular and dramatic spectacle in the past.

The sets, costumes and visual effects are excellent. We are talking about Burton, so it couldn't be otherwise. Its a fairly graphic film to some extent, with several liters of arterial blood and scenes that may shock more sensitive people. The soundtrack is the responsibility of Stephen Sondheim (author of the original musics and lyrics) and is excellent, remaining in our memory for a long time.… Expand
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americanravenJun 29, 2019
Haunting, beautiful, and tragic; the music and cinematography create a dark atmosphere that's guaranteed to linger in your mind long after the movie's over
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Mehrshad_MBJun 28, 2022
Evil Judge Turpin lusts for the beautiful wife of a London barber and transports him to Australia for a crime he did not commit. Returning after 15 years and calling himself Sweeney Todd, the now-mad man vows revenge, applying his razor toEvil Judge Turpin lusts for the beautiful wife of a London barber and transports him to Australia for a crime he did not commit. Returning after 15 years and calling himself Sweeney Todd, the now-mad man vows revenge, applying his razor to unlucky customers and shuttling the bodies down to Mrs. Lovett , who uses them in her meat-pie shop. Though many fall to his blade, he will not be satisfied until he slits Turpin's throat.
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AyrinJun 7, 2020
Sinister, crazy, and wild are three words I'd use to describe one of Tim Burton's greatest movies. I absolutely adore this movie and I have watched it time and time again. Helen Boham Carter, Johnny Depp, and Alan Rickman are brilliant. TheSinister, crazy, and wild are three words I'd use to describe one of Tim Burton's greatest movies. I absolutely adore this movie and I have watched it time and time again. Helen Boham Carter, Johnny Depp, and Alan Rickman are brilliant. The darkness to the movie, the songs, all in all the whole movie is remarkable.… Expand
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Sweeney-ToddJan 27, 2021
one of my favorite movies of all time, made by one of my favorite directors, starring my favorite actor.
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realjaytheboomMar 8, 2022
Sweeney Todd The Devon Barber of Fleet Street: When Tim Burton’s on the project you know it’s going to be good. Yeah this is one of the horror movies that is honestly a masterpiece I don’t know why I love it so much from the way it’s shotSweeney Todd The Devon Barber of Fleet Street: When Tim Burton’s on the project you know it’s going to be good. Yeah this is one of the horror movies that is honestly a masterpiece I don’t know why I love it so much from the way it’s shot holy god. The cinematography is out of this world magnificent it feels like it came straight out of the 1800s from the dark way it was shot everyone is so grey and white, frankly that’s really the only consistent colors you see besides one scene with Ms Lovett and all the blood sprays. The kills are out of this world great too sure they are mostly throat slits but the music that is accompanying the kills works so well. I watched this because I was doing a musical and I wanted to practice my voice so I watched this and i never got to practice because the music was so great almost every song it a great song after the other. The cast too my god of course since it’s Tim Burton Johnny Depp is in the movie and I heard so many people complain about his singing but I find it really enjoyable to hear, Helena Bonham Carter is also very good her songs are a great listen. But I have to mention the late great Alan Rickman and he and Depp have some duets together and they are some of the best songs of the whole movie, the rest of the cast is great too but they are the main ones that really stick out. I can’t give this movie enough praise watch it it’s on Netflix.… Expand
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l1lj4Jun 10, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing acting, beautiful athmosphere and unforgettable songs. a masterpiece movie, even for someone like me who usually doesn't enjoy musicals. only one minus, i didn't really get why todd cut people's throats open like that, even if they hadn't done anything to him. was it mentioned somewhere?… Expand
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seanxiaoMay 10, 2023
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ErinB.Jun 4, 2008
It's official! There is absolutely nothing Johnny Depp can't do! Twisted in a beautiful way!
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ConnerSJan 5, 2008
Holy Freaking Crap! this was the most desturbing, amazing movie i have ever seen! The singing in great and the acting is even better! This is not a movie for the light stomached but if you can make it through the gore, it's phenominal! A++!
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AllyL.Aug 24, 2008
I just loved this movie. The way it was directed, the way the actors portrayed their characters with convincing emotions, even their voices, which actually were pretty good, appealed to me. Even though I'd first heard of this in I just loved this movie. The way it was directed, the way the actors portrayed their characters with convincing emotions, even their voices, which actually were pretty good, appealed to me. Even though I'd first heard of this in November 2007, it's still the top of my list of all-time favorite movies… Expand
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MaxG.Dec 21, 2007
Absolutely beautiful, but I would have liked the entire repetoire rather than the few they chose for time constraints.
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KarthXLRJan 30, 2011
The only Tim Burton movie post-2000 worth watching. Only issue is with the horrible portrayal of blood in this movie, it looks more like red paint.
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7dogguyJan 10, 2013
This movie was was brilliant the ending is such a plot twist that i didnt expect the movie is inspirational (not because i want to kill people because no one can make good movies anymore) and well written the acting is really great and theThis movie was was brilliant the ending is such a plot twist that i didnt expect the movie is inspirational (not because i want to kill people because no one can make good movies anymore) and well written the acting is really great and the singing amazing you can really feel for all of the characters in this movie you cant do that with most others but all in all this is one of the best movies in a long time and you should watch it… Expand
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grandpajoe6191Sep 24, 2011
"Sweeney Todd", the remake version directed by Burton, sticks its bloody blade right to the problems of society and mock them with Johnny Depp as the violent Barber. However beware the music; it sucks.
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heyitsmegrif4Dec 19, 2011
Scary, crazy, well acted, beautifully filmed and with some great music. Tim Burton's Adaptation is actually my favorite yet and I enjoyed it better than the Broadway version with Patti Lupone and Angela Lansberry. I give this movie 88%.
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kyle20ellisMar 31, 2022
For starters I like Tim Burton. He has been hit and miss this decade(Planet of the Apes being his worst), but when he is good(Edward Scissorhands, Batman, Ed Wood, Vincent, Beetle Juice and Big Fish) he is good. While not my personalFor starters I like Tim Burton. He has been hit and miss this decade(Planet of the Apes being his worst), but when he is good(Edward Scissorhands, Batman, Ed Wood, Vincent, Beetle Juice and Big Fish) he is good. While not my personal favourite of his films, Sweeney Todd was very well done. Is it as good as the Broadway musical? No, the Broadway musical is a true masterpiece so this movie had a lot to live up to. And is it as good as the 80s stage version with George Hearn and Angela Lansbury? Personally, again I think not. These aside, Burton's take is one of his better works not only this decade but in his career.

Sweeney Todd is a very unique film and very deftly realised. Few musicals have tackled such a dark theme or have boasted such a distinctive look, but this works extremely well. Burton directs wonderfully, and the script is deliciously macabre. The production design won an Oscar, and deservedly so, as it is astounding with all the palette of blacks and greys that contrast perfectly with Sweeney's cut-throat razor. Likewise with the music, Stephen Sondheim's songs and score are simply magnificent though I was disappointed at the omission of Sweeney's ballad which is superlative. The story is just as macabre as the script with a suitably grotesque and over-the-top last act and the murders are very, very bloody.

Last but not least the acting. What can I say? Nothing wrong as far as I can see. Johnny Depp is a wonderful and charismatic presence, and Helen Bonham Carter matches him perfectly as Mrs Lovett. Neither are trained vocalists, but they get into their songs with gusto and also tackle cockney accents and do an above-average job there too. Plus Alan Rickman's(who I love) Judge Terpin is the epitome of evil. All in all, an atmospheric and deliciously dark film and one of Burton's best. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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Patrickd.Feb 18, 2008
Dark, surprising, fantastic actors, great picture, powerful music by Elfman. Tim Burton still makes great movies. Two things I didn't like: the lyrics are so so, and the movie is sometimes slow. But it is still a great experience.
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JoeG.May 13, 2008
Good goryish film but it has a bit of a poor ending.
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PooriaDec 30, 2008
The best musical of all Cinema History !
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MadisonF.Oct 11, 2009
If it wasn't the all-star cast, it was the beautiful scenery and music that all contributed to the great success of this film. The Depp and Burton combination was, as usual, fantastic, and Bonham Carter as Mrs. Lovett was an incredible If it wasn't the all-star cast, it was the beautiful scenery and music that all contributed to the great success of this film. The Depp and Burton combination was, as usual, fantastic, and Bonham Carter as Mrs. Lovett was an incredible idea. This is one of my favorite movies of all time.… Expand
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TubieNov 2, 2010
What a great movie, Tim Burton has the ability to add this charm and style to his movies that I simply love. I did not know about this story or that it was a play but from other peoples account he has done a good job at representing it in theWhat a great movie, Tim Burton has the ability to add this charm and style to his movies that I simply love. I did not know about this story or that it was a play but from other peoples account he has done a good job at representing it in the movie genre. It also has to be said that Johnny Depp is simply amazing, as well as the rest of the cast.… Expand
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Compi24Jul 24, 2015
It's far from wholesome or approachable, but it's hard to deny the imaginative gears hard at work in this thrilling adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's classic musical.
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Dragonfly44Jan 21, 2019
As far as musicals go its well written and has an awesome story. However, something about it just doesn’t quite click

Rating - 70%
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LetíciaL.Feb 10, 2008
The best movie I
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JayH.Mar 27, 2008
This is a tough movie to rate. Johnny Depp is remarkable, the sets, costumes and cinematography are outstanding. Tim Burton's imaginative direction is great. I thought the music wasn't particularly memorable and the story was hard This is a tough movie to rate. Johnny Depp is remarkable, the sets, costumes and cinematography are outstanding. Tim Burton's imaginative direction is great. I thought the music wasn't particularly memorable and the story was hard to stay focused on, and was boring sometimes, But a good effort. Visually it is quite remarkable.… Expand
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ArmondW.Dec 30, 2007
This isn
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StanGDec 30, 2007
I found Sweeney to be enthralling from start to finish. And, yes, I have seen the Broadway productions (still love Angela) but Burton didn't just film the play. He made it a cinematic experience. Bravo!
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KevinL.Jan 1, 2008
Once you swallow the narrative absurdity inherent in practically every musical, this is pretty decent. Burton makes the most of the actors' expressions, even behind the cake of make-up they all wear. Timothy Spall is especially good as Once you swallow the narrative absurdity inherent in practically every musical, this is pretty decent. Burton makes the most of the actors' expressions, even behind the cake of make-up they all wear. Timothy Spall is especially good as Beadle Bamford -- the play of vanity and sadism sweep across his face like dark clouds across a full moon. Burton's best since Mars Attacks! (a classic!), because he doesn't allow himself to get too sappy with his woe-begotten underdogs (who, after all, are psychotic killers).… Expand
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KevinD.Jan 1, 2008
Sondheim's score and Burton's vision come together perfectly. Visually appealing and aurally entrancing. A masterpiece of stage to screen adaptations.
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JohnB.Jan 1, 2008
I'm not much of a fan of musicals. Sitting through things like "The Sound of Music" is sheer torture for me. I was intrigued with the overall plot of Sweeney Todd, but I still had misgivings about the fact that it is still a musical. As I'm not much of a fan of musicals. Sitting through things like "The Sound of Music" is sheer torture for me. I was intrigued with the overall plot of Sweeney Todd, but I still had misgivings about the fact that it is still a musical. As it turns out, seeing this movie was a superb, if uneasy, experience. This is a dark, dark, sardonic movie, with unexpected comic turns. The dreariness of the cinematagraphy is almost numbing, and yet it mostly works given the plot. Depp is astounding in the lead. I saw the movie without any baggage from having seen any previous Broadway versions, and so I am judging the movie on its own merits rather than by comparison. Much of the music does seem to have a rather dated quality to it, which doesn't mean that it's not good. It just took me a while to be immersed in it, and before too long I was able to enjoy it about as much as most contemporary music that I like. The lyrics, in a number of instances, are just brilliantly, comically vicious. In a world in which people are routinely devouring each other, why not do it right and make folks into delicious pies. The idea rings even truer now than decades ago when this musical first hit Broadway. It's a positively Swiftian premise. I heartily recommend this movie for people who can stomach it. The gore, the cutting, the dumping of the bodies with a sickening thud 15 or so feet below Sweeney's establishment - not for the squeamish. But if you are the kind of person who finds a perverse delight in hearing lyrics like, "We all deserve to die," then this is a movie event you should not miss.… Expand
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DavidHEJan 20, 2008
At least 10 to combat the stink of the spammers with low scores which aren't deleted. Powerful film with great cash and although it doesn't capture the musical perfectly the songs are reasonably abridged. A strong 9.
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RodrigoM.Dec 28, 2008
I Think that was a good movie, but that's all. The acting was great, the screenplay was incredible, but the singing was annoying. If the film werent a musical, i'd love it , and i'd give it a 10. Sorry for the bad english.
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CassianJ.Jan 28, 2008
If there is a musical more suited to the magical Tim Burton than Sweeney Todd I will be very surprised. This really is a match made in heaven, high octaves and oceans of blood shaken into a delightful Burton cocktail. I am not familiar with If there is a musical more suited to the magical Tim Burton than Sweeney Todd I will be very surprised. This really is a match made in heaven, high octaves and oceans of blood shaken into a delightful Burton cocktail. I am not familiar with he source material so do not know how faithful the movie is, but the movie had the feeling of a stage show with only a few sets used ah but what beautiful Gothic sets they are lending the movie a cartoonish Gothic feel). The songs are well staged with Johnny Depp in particular benefiting from no singing lessons delivery his lines instead with a sense of menace and madness. Depp as ever delivers a stunning performance helped as usual by Burton… Expand
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OrenKJan 28, 2008
Absolutely one of the best movies I've ever seen. The cinematography was stunning, perfectly Tim Burton, and I found that there was not a single moment when I was bored. Highly recommended.
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KarenC.Jan 29, 2008
I'm sorry some of you disliked it, but I found this to be one of the best films I've ever seen. It definitely jumped to my all time favorite. Sondheim is not always a composer people take to right away, but he is undeniably one of I'm sorry some of you disliked it, but I found this to be one of the best films I've ever seen. It definitely jumped to my all time favorite. Sondheim is not always a composer people take to right away, but he is undeniably one of the most respected, and well loved composers of the American Musical and Sweeney Todd a true classic. I fully expected to be disappointed and in fact, could not contain myself over this incredible adaptation. Not a copy, not a stage on film but a true film, in itself. Yes, it has style, it has emotional depth, it is beautiful to watch and a delight to experience. I have seen it now repeated times, and unlike other films that warranted multiple viewings, no flaws showed up. No slow spots, nothing that I would want done differently. It flows with grace and elegance. People who feel there is no emotion must simply not like this type of film. The story is not a complicated on. It is a revenge tragedy. It's a 200 year old legend that is a beloved musical that has stood the test of time since it debuted in 1979. This is a fable, a legend. How complicated is any legend? It is the ultimate story with an anti-hero who is morally corrupt and yet, you shift your moral compass in watching this. More so than usual with the film. Depp presents a tragic, saddened and terribly frustrated Sweeney with whom one can sympathize. I do feel for those of you who didn't enjoy it, but the fact is that it is a musical. It was conceived as a musical, presented as a musical, it makes no apologies for being a musical. More than that it is more an operetta. And it succeeds as a musical film more than any I have seen. And does it beautifully, with outstanding performances.… Expand
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JimJJan 31, 2008
Absolutely mesmerizing, the best movie experience in years. I have seen this 4 times and plan to watch it many more times on the DVD. All that has to be said has already been said in the reviews, all that is left is for everyone to watch it.
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MSJan 3, 2008
Would have received 10 out of 10 save for a couple of things that didn't make sense: - opening scene blood is pretty poor - you're stabbing with a razor? you DO realize that the end is blunt, right? - the movie needed a conclusion Would have received 10 out of 10 save for a couple of things that didn't make sense: - opening scene blood is pretty poor - you're stabbing with a razor? you DO realize that the end is blunt, right? - the movie needed a conclusion of some sort (this isn't the stage, Tim Burton) - even if it happened during the end credits… Expand
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BillS.Jan 4, 2008
Having seen the original Broadway production, both revivals of the show on Broadway and several other versions of "Sweeney Todd" over the years, I was not sure of what to expect with the film version. I was very plesantly surpized, however, Having seen the original Broadway production, both revivals of the show on Broadway and several other versions of "Sweeney Todd" over the years, I was not sure of what to expect with the film version. I was very plesantly surpized, however, with the resulting film which I believe captures the essence on the original show while making it work for nthe screen. I found some of the blood-squirting a bit "over the top", but the performances, sets, costumes, screenplay and especially the orchestrations excellent. I have seen nearly all of the critically-praised films of the year and this one ranks with the best. It deserves to be nominated for a bunch of oscars and should win in several categories including "Best Picture" and Director. The original play is not easy to produce on stage and this adaptation is wonderful. It could well have been awful. I cannot wait to see it again (most of Sondheim's shows are best seen more than once because there is so much to savor). Glorious music, lots of great wit and not a dull moment. The movie holds your attention. You won't fall asleep during this one.....for Sweeney may get you if you do!… Expand
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abJan 6, 2008
beautifully created. the songs were memorable, the acting was fabulous, and everything else just followed suit!
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