Very dark. Very disturbing. I think Disney was very depressed in the 80's. Something Wicked This Way Comes is a mixed bag of brilliance and boredom. When it tells the story of the young protagonists it is slow and doesn't seem to be building up to anything. When we finally get to...( read more)
Big, bold, operatic adaptation of Bradbury's best novel, this film is gorgeous and extremely well-made and acted, especially from Jonathan Pryce and Jason Robards.
As with the book, I would have enjoyed it a lot more had I seen it when i was younger.
You'll think something that Stephen King-ish would be an instant "like" for me. But it didn't work for me. I should've watched it many years earlier, it seems like a memorable movie if you're a teenager. The ending was kinda messed-up but I have to give credit to the atmosphere f...( read more)
in my top ten of favorite horror films. this is some creepy scary stuff. an incredible book transformed into an excellent movie. Jonathon price and jason robards are equally amazing
nosy boys and and evil carnival. The mood and nostalgia of the movie is enjoyable.
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