In anticipation of the movie release, I read the books (Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.) They were pretty wierd. And I'm not sure why, but they gave me nightmares. Could be the original illustrations by John Tenniel. . .
Look at those distorted dismal faces.
I have to admit after reading the books, I had some hesitations about the new movie coming out. I figured the Disney cartoon (which I love) was going to be as good as the story could get. Au contraire.
Last night, Alfonso and I and my mom and dad, went to see it in 3-D. They managed to take a totally nonsensical book and turn it into a beautiful and wacky story that actually has a point!!! In one part, a young Alice asks her father if she's gone mad. He says, "I'm afraid so. You're entirely bonkers. But I'll tell you a secret. All the best people are." Those words are so nice to hear :)
I don't want to sound cheesy, but it was a VISUAL FEAST!!! Everything was distorted and bizarre, but beautiful. The characters were fabulous, the Mad Hatter, endearing. I absolutely loved it - so much so, that I keep thinking about it.
But leave the kids at home if they are nightmare prone.
4 comments:
Hmm, good to get a review. I wasn't sure it was one I would want to see, even though I love Johnny Depp. I haven't been in the country for a while, what else would you recommend?
Good to know! I've been wanting to see it.
I agree with your comments Rochelle. I also loved Alice's confidence in the end. Way to go Alice. Good movie! Let's so see another one soon.
Alright, I've seen it and I loved it! It's the first movie I've been to in a theater for nearly two years. Great recommendation. Thanks!
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