Frankenweenie [Blu-ray]

Great movie

When Tim Burton does something original, and not just a re-make of someone else's idea, it can make for a truly great and original film as is the case with Frankenweenie.This wonderful film is a homage to the low budget horror and science fiction "B Films" of the 1950 and 1960s such as Dracula, Wolfman, the Mummy and Godzilla.For those who have never seen the original versions of those films some of the inside jokes, and there are a number of them in this film, might be lost on you. Those inside jokes had me constantly giggling and laughing while my wife, who had not seen any of those films before, didn't understand why I was giggling and laughing at times.Tim often displays a macabre sense of humor and that can be seen here in this film as it was in Corpse Bride. If you love Corpse Bride, as I do, you will love this film for the same reasons. The characters here are engaging and the storyline for the most part is very well done, although there are a few missed opportunities for character development and interaction such as with Victor and the neighbor girl.From a graphic and technical perspective this film will also not disappoint. The graphics are extremely clear and crisp in blue ray, even though they are in black and white or shade of grey, which is very appropriate to the feeling and atmosphere of this film. The sound is also excellent as well and Danny Elfman's score is darn good and very appropriate to the film as well.The only negative point in this film for both my wife and I was the all too Disney style ending. I don't want to spoil it for you so will leave it up to you to see what I mean.I for one hope Tim will continue to make animated films of this caliber and not re-trench back to doing re-makes of other peoples original films as he did with Planet of the Apes, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Alice in Wonderland. While they were interesting films they were not great as Frankenweenie is.Highly recommended - especially to you Baby Boomers out there!

I love this movie!

This is one of my favorites movies. I love watching this movie with the kids.

Tim Burton is responsible for some of the most amazing films in history. His blend of spookiness and heart has given us some of the most amazing stories and memorable characters. Let's not forget one of the greatest actors of our time in Johnny Depp. Now after almost years of story telling Tim Burton is proud to finally give his fans a full length version of his cult classic short film 'Frankenweeie'It is the simple story of a friendship between a boy and his dog and how far you would be willing to go to keep someone close to you for the rest of your life. While this film does take from many elements of classic Hollywood monster films the heart is over abundant in this film. I will say this, Sparky aka Frankenweenie is the greatest of all Disney dogs thanks to this film. The story is so heartfelt and everything in this film makes it so wonderful. The stop motion animation, the Danny Elfman score and the classic black and white make it all the most visually stunning and memorable. It has a great cast, some Tim Burton favorites including Winona Ryder & Catherine O'Hara and of course the menagerie of house pets that each have their own unique personality.I will say that I was a little upset that this film didn't win best animated feature at the Oscars. Still, that won't prevent people from seeing this wonder of a film. I am so glad that after all these years this film has finally been made and they couldn't have picked a more perfect version than stop motion. If it wasn't for 'Edward Scissorhands' and 'Sweeney Todd', 'Frankenweenie' would probably be my all time favorite Tim Burton film to date.

SURREAL BUT FUN. BLACK AND WHITE WAS NICE TOUCH. THUMBS UP.

Great story! Fun at Halloween!

I love this sweet movie! Had to have my own copy.

Handlung ist geschmackssache..Funktioniert einwandfrei..

Pour Nash mon bull terrier,Je crois que nous avons aimé ce film tous les deux.

Me gustan mucho las películas de Tim Burton, y está muy bien, hace tiempo compré la de pesadilla antes de Navidad.

ネイトメア・ビフォア・クリスマスより良かった。私見ですが、ティム・バートンの最高傑作かもしれない。

Kids love these dvds