Movies 2012: Dark Shadows (2012)

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Dark Shadows (2012)

Date seen: 15 May 2012

Rated PG-13, 113 mins

IMDB User Rating: 6.6

Metascore: 55/100 (User Rating: 5.8)

Tomatometer: 42%, Rotten (Audience: 47%)

Movie Notebook Score: 6.5

Recommendation: B - Recommended

Grade: GT - Watch if you want to have a Good Time

Notes:

I had high expectations for this one because Tim Burton always delivers. However, this one falls one notch below satisfactory--good enough. If you're planning to watch this film it is better to consider that you intend to because of Johnny Depp or Helena Bonham Carter who both delivered satisfactorily in this film. Also worthy of mention for a good showing are co-actors Michelle Pfeffeir, Gulliver McGrath, and Bella Heathcote. 

After watching this movie:

You'll think if there will be a sequel.

For your consideration:

• Acting: Johnny Depp as Barnabas Collins
• Acting: Helena Bonham Carter as Dr. Julia Hoffman
• Musical Score
• Cinematography
• Make-up
• Costume Design

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Scores from IMDB, Metacritic, and Rottentomatoes are as of posting.