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Corpse Bride

  • 2005
  • PG
  • 1h 17m
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
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Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter in Corpse Bride (2005)
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Dark FantasyStop Motion AnimationAnimationComedyDramaFamilyFantasyMusicalRomance

When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her.When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her.When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her.

  • Directors
    • Tim Burton
    • Mike Johnson
  • Writers
    • Tim Burton
    • Carlos Grangel
    • John August
  • Stars
    • Johnny Depp
    • Helena Bonham Carter
    • Emily Watson
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    314K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,303
    36
    • Directors
      • Tim Burton
      • Mike Johnson
    • Writers
      • Tim Burton
      • Carlos Grangel
      • John August
    • Stars
      • Johnny Depp
      • Helena Bonham Carter
      • Emily Watson
    • 614User reviews
    • 270Critic reviews
    • 83Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 9 wins & 30 nominations total

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    Johnny Depp
    Johnny Depp
    • Victor Van Dort
    • (voice)
    Helena Bonham Carter
    Helena Bonham Carter
    • Corpse Bride
    • (voice)
    Emily Watson
    Emily Watson
    • Victoria Everglot
    • (voice)
    Tracey Ullman
    Tracey Ullman
    • Nell Van Dort
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    Paul Whitehouse
    Paul Whitehouse
    • William Van Dort
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    Joanna Lumley
    Joanna Lumley
    • Maudeline Everglot
    • (voice)
    Albert Finney
    Albert Finney
    • Finis Everglot
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    Richard E. Grant
    Richard E. Grant
    • Barkis Bittern
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    Christopher Lee
    Christopher Lee
    • Pastor Galswells
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    Michael Gough
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    Danny Elfman
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    Stephen Ballantyne
    Stephen Ballantyne
    • Emil
    • (voice)
    Lisa Kay
    Lisa Kay
    • Solemn Village Boy
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    Gary Martin
    Gary Martin
    • General Wellington
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    • Directors
      • Tim Burton
      • Mike Johnson
    • Writers
      • Tim Burton
      • Carlos Grangel
      • John August
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    8baileycrawly

    Horribly Under-Appreciated

    Corpse Bride gets slammed a lot because it's not in the same vein as the bright, kid-friendly, constantly moving Nightmare Before Christmas. Sure, they were both created by Tim Burton, they both have a similar look and they're both stop-motion, but that doesn't mean that Corpse Bride is going to be the exact same movie done a second time. This movie is the result of Tim exploring other venues within his dark imagination, and the final result of this one is quite satisfactory.

    This film, while technically a kid's movie (and a musical), is a lot darker, in virtually every way possible. Still, just like with Nightmare, the sets for this film are exquisitely detailed, immaculately constructed with love and attention put into every minute detail. There isn't a single moment of the film that features something that doesn't look like it's right where it needs to be, and that's a testament to the brilliance of Tim and his team. The stop-motion moves with such fluidity that it's easy to lose yourself in the action of the film. Even the fast-moving scenes are handled with such careful precision and professionalism that this film is truly a joy to watch.

    Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter work fantastically off each other in this film; the former playing Victor Van Dort, a lovable yet clumsy young man forced into an arranged marriage with Victoria Everglot (Emily Watson), only to wind up unwittingly proposing to a Corpse Bride (HBC).

    It's a fun, upbeat - albeit creepy for younger viewers - trip to the underworld, a ticket to experience the world of the dead, complimented perfectly with the music of Oingo Boingo's Danny Elfman, who also did the music on Nightmare. Yet again, his score is hauntingly beautiful, creating the exact emotions within the viewer that Tim intends with each scene. The songs he's crafted are irresistibly catchy and, when they need to be, slower, heart-felt and moving.

    This is a movie with a lot of heart, which is a little bit weird to consider for anyone who may not be accustomed to the world of Tim Burton.

    While it's not a perfect movie, and it can't be viewed on the same level as The Nightmare Before Christmas, this movie stands perfectly well on its own and is a must-see for Burton fans.
    8trickyhappyelf

    Another beautiful Tim Burton movie

    i just saw this movie at the Toronto film festival. Tim Burton, as with most of his movies, makes the setting and visuals the most important part. And what a beautiful movie it was, the animation was astounding. You could tell that each frame was tirelessly worked on in order to make each little piece have its own distinct look. The plot is unimportant, and cliché, but that doesn't matter. This movie shouldn't be watched for the storyline. The voice acting was very convincing, especially the lead, Johnny Depp, who does a great job as the shy, clumsy Victor. The only character i really didn't think was needed was the worm, who was just included just for some childish comedic relief, which took away from the dark mood of the picture. Though not as enjoyable as "Nightmare Before Christmas" it still was a very good animated movie. 8.5/10
    7jeslongo

    Here's the thing

    People say that Corpse Bride was horribly boring, etc. HOWEVER, that is because they are comparing this nonstop motion picture with Nightmare Before Christmas. Those who were really upset after the movie, saying that 'it's definitely not Nightmare', you are absolutely right. It is not Nightmare. It's Corpse Bride, a completely different movie. Everything was comparison, Nightmare to Corpse Bride, and yes, I'll admit, I enjoyed Nightmare more. However, when going to see this movie, you cannot compare Corpse Bride to Nightmare because then yes, you will be upset. If they had done another Nightmare, they would have done it years ago. But this is a different movie with a beautiful plot when you think more closely about it. It's a very strong plot of love, betrayal, hate, death, etc and you see that very strongly if you listen closely to Danny Elfman's wonderful music, vocal and instrumental. Basically, go into the theaters with an open mind and enjoy and pay attention to the movie because it truly has strong, very strong, meanings. If truly watching and comprehending, at parts you cry and at others you smile. It's very clear that it is beautifully created and the actors match their parts well, but the storyline is simply beautiful. Do not think about Nightmare because that movie has been finished years ago, but enjoy Corpse Bride. I will not give anything away, so I leave my review at that. Enjoy Corpse Bride people! And for others who think I am Anti-Nightmare or something, I am seriously not. I loved and still love that movie, but just enjoy Corpse Bride without judgement until after the movie.
    8EmperorNortonII

    A Work of Dark Art

    After enchanting audiences with "The Nightmare Before Christmas," Tim Burton brings another stop-motion animated spectacle, "Corpse Bride." In this story, Victor Van Dort, an inept young groom-to-be, can't make his way through his wedding rehearsal. Going outside to get his lines right, he accidentally winds up marrying the corpse of a murdered bride-to-be. The animation is spectacular, proving stop-motion can be good enough to compete with computer animation. Johnny Depp provides the voice of Victor, showing mild-mannered and nervous grace. Helena Bonham Carter is the voice of Emily, the Corpse Bride, giving the dead character lively emotion. One striking element of the movie is the color scheme. In the living world, there is no bright color, making a near-black and white appearance. The story is well-written, and the music is good. Overall, "Corpse Bride" must definitely be seen!
    8TheLittleSongbird

    Beautifully crafted

    This is not my favourite Tim Burton movie by a long shot, but I did find myself enjoying it. The animation is absolutely amazing with the dark bold colours and inspired visual ideas. The music is good too, it adds very well to the atmosphere. The four songs are pretty decent, if nothing special. Remains of the Day was the one I liked best. The script is witty and deliciously dark in places, while the story is clever and fairly original, even if it drags slightly occasionally. The characters are wonderfully quirky and the voice work from the likes of Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter is top notch. All in all, a beautifully crafted film, if not quite Burton's finest hour. 8/10 Bethany Cox

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    • Trivia
      The puppets used neither of the industry standards of replaceable heads (like those used on The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)) or replaceable mouths (like those used by Aardman Studios in Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)), but instead used precision crafted clockwork heads, adjusted by hidden keys. This allowed for unprecedented subtlety, but was apparently even more painstaking than the already notoriously arduous animation. One animator even reported having recurring nightmares of adjusting his own facial expression in this fashion.
    • Goofs
      (at around 16 mins) When Victor is in the woods saying his vows, he puts his ring on the "branch"; a.k.a. the corpse bride's hand, and he puts the ring on the pointer finger. However, in the next shot when she says "You may kiss the bride," the ring has magically moved to her ring finger.
    • Quotes

      Victor Van Dort: [alone in the forest, practicing his vows] With this hand I will lift your sorrows. Your cup will never empty, for I will be your wine. - Ah, Mrs. Everglot. You look ravishing this evening. What's that, Mr. Everglot, call you "Dad"? If you insist, Sir. - With this candle, I will light your way in darkness. With this ring, I ask you to be mine.

      [He places the ring on what he thinks is a root. As he turns away, the root shoots out, grabs Victor's arm and almost pulls him into the ground. Victor pulls himself free and finds a detatched skeletal hand gripping his arm. He watches as the ground gives way and an unearthly female figure, wearing a dishevelled wedding dress, rises from beneath the tree. She pulls back her veil]

      The Corpse Bride: I do.

    • Crazy credits
      Emily is referred to on-screen by name, but is only credited as "Corpse Bride."
    • Alternate versions
      On Disney XD's airing of the film, Alfred saying, "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn," was muted out.
    • Connections
      Featured in HBO First Look: Tim Burton's Corpse Bride (2005)
    • Soundtracks
      According to Plan
      Music by Danny Elfman

      Lyrics by John August and Danny Elfman

      Produced by Danny Elfman

      Performed by Albert Finney, Joanna Lumley, Tracey Ullman, and Paul Whitehouse

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    • Release date
      • September 23, 2005 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Warner Bros. Entertainment
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • El cadáver de la novia
    • Filming locations
      • Portland, Oregon, USA
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Tim Burton Productions
      • Laika Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $40,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $53,401,527
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $388,166
      • Sep 18, 2005
    • Gross worldwide
      • $117,237,680
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 17 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • DTS-ES
      • Dolby Digital EX
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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