m h (mrbicklethepickle)

The Great Nation of Canada

Gender	Female
Age	19

m's Recent Reviews

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus PG-13

Wow, this film was very odd, different and original. And I loved it. The whole concept was so interesting, the way it was portrayed onscreen was beautiful. I thought it was marvelous. I didn't think it was hard to follow, which was one of my worries going into this film. It glided right through. Although the special effects might nove have been as spectacular as other films, it was a visual treat for sure. The cinematography and the costumes were so beautiful. Especially the costumes, whether it's their everyday poor clothes to their show costumes, they were breathtaking. You would never guess that this movie takes place in modern times though just by looking at the trailer.

Heath Ledger was so good in this. I really liked the scene between Anton (Andrew Garfield) and Tony (Heath) in which Tony is demanding to get his pipe back, and Anton is playing a little joke on him, by using magic to not give it to him. It was really funny because Tony was all like "Ha Ha...give it back", and Anton was clearly amused how ticked off Tony was getting. However I didn't like the first scene where we are introduced to Tony because here is hanging from a rope, believed dead. The only through running through my mind was "Did we have to see dead Heath?". It was so heartbreaking to see that. But otherwise, Heath did very well in this film. And I wish he was still around of course to bring us more great films.

Johnny Depp was good too. He didn't have a very big part, but he was charming as hell. And he did deliver one of the most memorable lines ( in my opinion) which was "Nothing is permanent, not even death". Which I think is so ironic considering that Heath died while the film was still being made. But it's also a very beautiful message thatr works well in the movie.

Jude Law was the most surprising for me. In a good way mind you. I think he was the best incarnation of Tony. It's surprising because I am such a big fan of Johnny, but I think Jude really got Tony's mannerisms down.

Colin did a good job, but it was hard to like him, perhaps its because at that point of the film, we realize how much of a douchebag Tony is. All the other Tony's were nice and charming, Colin's Tony wasn't very likeable. Oh well.

I really ended up liking Andrew Garfield, who plays Anton. I loved his character, I liked his acting. He was also cute, and there is something endearing about him. I think I will have to look into some more of his work. Christopher Plummer was very good in this too. I really liked Lily Cole. But Verne Troyer really stole the show. He was so funny in this. Hysterical.

Terry Gilliam (the director) deserves two thumbs up from me. I really liked the style and how he brought this world to life. You could almost walk into the world yourself and get lost in it. There was some moments in the film (especially the dancing/singing policeman) that really reminded me of Monty Python. But hey it's Terry Gilliam.

So I would recommend this film. I think for any of you who are looking for something different, something original and who doesn't mind a little weirdness on the way, this film is for you. My last words of thought...simply gorgeous.

9 PG-13

It's an original movie with an interesting concept and plot. And all the ragdoll characters were so darn cute. I think this movie is appropriate for all ages, however I don't think young kids will get this movie. But I think it's sweet to see these ragdolls have more heart and feelings than humans do some days. It's a nice touch. Also the animation was very nicely done.

The only real negative thing I have to say, is that at times, it's bit a slow. It felt like it took awhile to get the point of the movie. But other than that. i thought it was good. And on a personal note, I love Elijah's voice. So for me, that was another pleasing aspect.