While not a big fan of Tim Burton's films, most of his films don't move me as they do many. However, Sleepy Hollow (SH) is the exception. I really can find no fault with this film. I think Burton's take on a two-hundred year old story is, in my opinion, fresh. I prefer Ichabod Crane the constable to Ichabod Crane the teacher. In SH Crane is not only investigating the Headless Horseman but the less than supernatural conspiracy behind the murders taking place.
SH boasts an acting cast about as perfectly cast as can be had, with nary a bad performance to be had. Depp's portrayal of Crane is one only Depp could have delivered. What I enjoyed most were the set designs and locations. Burton was able to somehow create a sense of beauty and foreboding in this film. The special effects were spot on and even over a decade later do not seem dated.
SH is an excellent blend of story, imagery, special effects, and suspense. I watch it every October as it fits right in with the season as do apple cider and pumpkins. Watch this on a chill and dark autumn night and I bet you will get the wonderful scary sensation that will send you to sleep feeling nervous and leave you feeling frightened when you hear a board creek or the trees rustle.
SH boasts an acting cast about as perfectly cast as can be had, with nary a bad performance to be had. Depp's portrayal of Crane is one only Depp could have delivered. What I enjoyed most were the set designs and locations. Burton was able to somehow create a sense of beauty and foreboding in this film. The special effects were spot on and even over a decade later do not seem dated.
SH is an excellent blend of story, imagery, special effects, and suspense. I watch it every October as it fits right in with the season as do apple cider and pumpkins. Watch this on a chill and dark autumn night and I bet you will get the wonderful scary sensation that will send you to sleep feeling nervous and leave you feeling frightened when you hear a board creek or the trees rustle.