Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd
I've been looking forward to this movie for quite some time. For one thing, Burton is an excellent film maker and I've enjoyed everything of his I've seen. Also, Sweeney Todd is an amazing piece of music which I really enjoy. I just saw the trailer today, and I'm torn. On one hand, as a film it looks incredible, very stylistic and dark. However, from the trailer it doesn't seem like it's doing the music justice. It appears that most of it may be replaced by dialogue, and what is sung is not in the operatic tradition. I think my overall impression is still positive and I'm looking forward to it. Any other Burton/Sondheim fans have any thoughts?
*EDIT* Just found this good article and thought it should be added to the discussion.
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