Alice in Wonderland

The renowned king of bizarre worlds has finally embarked on the most famous journey yet, and though he couldn't live up to the huge fan expectations, he certainly entertained with a trip from a classic story, with slight modifications. However, surprisingly, everything depends on how much attention Johnny Depp attracts. His Mad Hatter is not just a supporting character, but an equal protagonist who almost outshines the amazingly furious Red Queen or the likeable Alice herself. **Spoilerish PS**: Even I was surprised by how much I was saddened until the confirmation in the second half that Burton didn't go completely against the rules and didn't let Alice stay with the Mad Hatter. That unspoken romantic bond was screaming for it. (03/05/2010)

When the most likeable character in a fairytale is the main villain, it’s impossible to avoid the feeling that something went bloody wrong. Alice in Wonderland is a run-of-the-mill film in every aspect, though some people may appreciate Burton’s signature, even if here it’s neutered. Not me, though. Kids will probably like it, it’s not utterly bad. (06/01/2010)

Tim Burton is hands down the most interesting director of our time and every one of his films is worth watching at least once. While some of them didn't do much for me (Mars Attacks, Beetlejuice), others are among the best I've seen so far (Sleepy Hollow, Ed Wood). This one is somewhere in between, it didn't impress me, but given the premise it was a pleasant surprise. The story is a bit secondary anyway, the main thing are the amazing sets, the make-up effects, the music and of course the performances led by Depp and Bonham Carter (hats off to the great dubbing). If it all formed a traditional, Burton-esque unconventional whole, I'd give it four stars without blinking an eye, but Alice is mostly overstuffed with that uninhibited, sterile form that any filmmaker who isn't afraid to break free from his chains, even though he doesn't have much to say, would produce, and in this case, that’s a disappointment... (01/03/2012)

In the movie theater, the film captivated me, but it was mainly due to the vibrant color spectacle. Who doesn't enjoy a bit of kitsch now and then? But then the film settled in my mind, and I consider it one of the worst that Tim Burton has ever made. Depp found the right role for himself again. He's great, and he's funny. And he's the same as in other recent films, although the mask is different. The visual spectacle is nice, but the titular Alice didn't find the right representative in Mia. In fact, she quite successfully repels me. This is simply something that didn't work for me. Great actors, interesting roles, but why does this have to be an adaptation of "Alice in Wonderland?" Plot-wise, it's just another Hollywood spectacle. (01/06/2014)

Tim Burton returns and this time he takes us to Wonderland. “Alice in Wonderland” has been adapted into a variety of films and Burton has taken it in his own distinctive way. Of course, you can't expect anything normal, if only because of Burton's style of filmmaking. The new Alice in Wonderland is full of colour, bizarre creatures and funny moments that amuse rather than make you laugh. I noticed a lot of elements that reference Burton's previous films, especially the depiction of the digital landscape of Wonderland. What I would criticise the film for is its at times rather over the top portrayal of the characters and their behaviour - some people liked it, I found it off-putting. The dialogue is simple and does not offend. Danny Elfman once again did not disappoint and added his unique music to the film. As for the actors, I'm happy with most of them. Mia Wasikowska looks like she's going to die any minute, but she’s good; Johnny Depp is great and crazy as always and the two queens fit their characters perfectly. Finally, there's the skinny Absolom and the perpetually effusive Sklíba. In short, a typically Burtonian film, not gloomy this time, but instead a film of all colours, which perhaps cannot surprise, but is a feast for the eyes ... 75%. (04/17/2010)