The first time I saw Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow, I was disappointed. I'd been a fan of the story since I saw Disney's animated adaptation as a child, and this version strayed a little too far off the path of what I expected. Watching it again, knowing what to expect, I think it absolutely nails the spooky atmosphere. From the gothic sets to the dim & foggy lighting to the elaborately drab costumes, this looks and feels like a Halloween movie should. The plot, however, feels a little muddled. And some of the additions don't work for me. Nevertheless, I'm glad I took another swipe at Sleepy Hollow.
Review of Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow
(1999)
Absolutely nails the atmosphere, but the plot is a little muddled
31 October 2023