Official Movie Website Theatrical Release 09/23/05 Home Video 01/31/06 MPAA Rating Rated PG for some scary images and action, and brief mild language Running Time 1 hour 14 minutes Genre Family Director Tim Burton, Mike Johnson Cast Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Albert Finney, Christopher Lee, Emily Watson, Richard Grant, Joanna Lumley Studio Warner Bros |
CORPSE BRIDE
SYNOPSIS
Corpse Bride carries on in the dark, romantic
tradition of Tim Burton’s classic films Edward
Scissorhands and The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Set in a 19th century European village, this stop-
motion, animated feature follows the story of Victor
(Johnny Depp), a young man who is whisked away
to the underworld and wed to a mysterious Corpse
Bride (Helena Bonham-Carter), while his real bride,
Victoria (Emily Watson), waits bereft in the land of
the living. Though life in the Land of the Dead proves
to be a lot more colorful than his strict Victorian
upbringing, Victor learns that there is nothing in this
world, or the next, that can keep him away from his
one true love. It’s a tale of optimism, romance and a
very lively afterlife, told in classic Tim Burton style.
-- © Warner Bros.
Corpse Bride carries on in the dark, romantic
tradition of Tim Burton’s classic films Edward
Scissorhands and The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Set in a 19th century European village, this stop-
motion, animated feature follows the story of Victor
(Johnny Depp), a young man who is whisked away
to the underworld and wed to a mysterious Corpse
Bride (Helena Bonham-Carter), while his real bride,
Victoria (Emily Watson), waits bereft in the land of
the living. Though life in the Land of the Dead proves
to be a lot more colorful than his strict Victorian
upbringing, Victor learns that there is nothing in this
world, or the next, that can keep him away from his
one true love. It’s a tale of optimism, romance and a
very lively afterlife, told in classic Tim Burton style.
-- © Warner Bros.
BRENDA
Corpse Bride is another amazing production by Director Tim Burton. Victor Van Dort
(Johnny Depp), a shy pianist, is contemplating marriage with Victoria Everglot (Emily
Watson), but their parents are more interested in the financial benefits than the emotional
blessings. During the wedding rehearsal Victor keeps botching his vows and is told he is
not ready to get married until he gets his vows down. Victor goes into the woods to practice.
While in the woods, he somehow manages to propose to the Corpse Bride (Helena
Bohman-Carter). Now he finds himself in a love triangle. The Corpse Bride takes Victor to
the Land of the Dead. Victor finds himself attracted to the Corpse Bride. Now he has a real
problem. Does he stay with the Corpse Bride in the Land of the Dead or return to Victoria in
the Land of the Living? Corpse Bride will tug at your heartstrings and is a feast for the eyes
with some stunning animation. Even though Corpse Bride may resemble The Nightmare
Before Christmas, it is definitely created for an older audience and may not be suitable for
children under six. Sure to gather some nominations!
Corpse Bride is another amazing production by Director Tim Burton. Victor Van Dort
(Johnny Depp), a shy pianist, is contemplating marriage with Victoria Everglot (Emily
Watson), but their parents are more interested in the financial benefits than the emotional
blessings. During the wedding rehearsal Victor keeps botching his vows and is told he is
not ready to get married until he gets his vows down. Victor goes into the woods to practice.
While in the woods, he somehow manages to propose to the Corpse Bride (Helena
Bohman-Carter). Now he finds himself in a love triangle. The Corpse Bride takes Victor to
the Land of the Dead. Victor finds himself attracted to the Corpse Bride. Now he has a real
problem. Does he stay with the Corpse Bride in the Land of the Dead or return to Victoria in
the Land of the Living? Corpse Bride will tug at your heartstrings and is a feast for the eyes
with some stunning animation. Even though Corpse Bride may resemble The Nightmare
Before Christmas, it is definitely created for an older audience and may not be suitable for
children under six. Sure to gather some nominations!
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