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It would have been wonderful to have a behind the sets look at the making of this film, but it's doubtful that any such footage was recorded at the time or still exists. Instead, the studio could have contacted Burton, Elfman, and several of the major cast or crew members for short interviews reflecting on the film, or perhaps provided a sneak peek of the making on an upcoming Burton film, such as 9 or the remake of Frankenweenie, which was originally filmed only four years before Beetlejuice and was partially responsible for Burton's big break as director of the Pee-Wee movie. As the film and special features stand, however, it seems as though the studio simply repackaged existing material, slapped a "20th anniversary" label on it, and jacked up the price, which seems unfair to consumers.
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6.0
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9.0
Presentation:
 
5.0
Extra Features:
 
2.0
Tilt:
 
8.0
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September 03, 2008
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Even though I felt that the series didn't live up to expectations, it was still fun to watch and I enjoyed almost every episode. Rumor has it that TNT cancelled the show due to Butler's struggle with alcoholism as well as low ratings, but if she was having off-set problems, they were never reflected on camera. She, along with the rest of the cast, did a great job with the material they were given and if the series had had a little more direction, it might have really taken off. Most of the writing was actually quite good; the characters were interesting, dialogue was often excellent, and most of the episodes were internally consistent and engaging. There was a lot of potential for success here, but in the end, these parallel lines just didn't ever cross.

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The Film/Show Lots of fun, but lacking direction.
Presentation Great box set!
Extra Features Minor, but not much more is needed.
Tilt Love the eye-candy, miss the substance.
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7.3
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7.0
Presentation:
 
8.0
Extra Features:
 
6.0
Tilt:
 
8.0
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August 09, 2008
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For the true Sondheim / Sweeney experience, you really need to see the full musical performed by a Broadway-caliber cast. Barring that, this movie is a great adaptation and introduction to the show. Another knockout Burton/Depp collaboration!

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The Film/Show Wonderfully dark and grisly
Presentation Gorgeous packaging
Extra Features Lots to keep Burton/Depp/or Bonham Carter fans occupied for hours
Tilt Excellent adaption
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8.5
The Film/Show:
 
8.0
Presentation:
 
9.0
Extra Features:
 
8.0
Tilt:
 
9.0
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July 20, 2008
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This incredibly creative and beautiful film provides a fresh and valuable perspective on the Iranian people and their culture and may make western audiences think twice about the freedoms many of us take for granted.

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The Film/Show Intelligent and humorous
Presentation Beautiful
Extra Features Just the right amount
Tilt Well worth the Academy Award Nomination
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8.5
The Film/Show:
 
8.0
Presentation:
 
9.0
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8.0
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9.0
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July 20, 2008
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Tim Burton strikes again! His latest project, a silver screen adaptation of Stephen Sondheim’s gratuitously grisly musical Sweeney Todd, is nothing short of brilliant. Starring repeat collaborators Johnny Depp as the titular character and Helena Bonham Carter as his eccentric business partner, Mrs. Lovett, Burton brings this twisted tale to...
 
 
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