We enter another week of “Taking Stock,” our weekly column in which the entire staff tells you what they think of the movies coming out this week based on very little knowledge and first impressions.
Alice in Wonderland
James: My level of interest in this film has vacillated. At first it seemed like a no-brainer, then I realized I was tired of Tim Burton re-imagining children’s stories in his style, and finally, I’ve begun to find the trailers to be very visually satisfying. I just hope it’s good, and the early buzz says it might be.
Benn: I’m pretty indifferent to the film, though Tim Burton’s latest trend of tired remakes of classics with the same color schemes and cast. Honestly, I’ll stick with the old Disney cartoon.
Dylan: I like Burton better when he’s working with his own original material. Again, his usual suspects are back. I’m starting to get the feeling that 3-D will be the deus -ex-machina of films. “If the plot is suffering, make that shit 3-D!” Anyways, I’m definitely seeing this, but only in IMAX 3-D. Go big or go home.
Fil: I’ll likely enjoy this film, especially in 3D – but to be honest with you, I’m just finding it really hard to get excited. Tim Burton needs some fresh material.
Anna: I thought Tim Burton would be one of those directors who wouldn’t get cocky with his style. The Gothic, crooked CG is a little old now, even for a seemingly fitting fucked up drugged story. Maybe if I’d seen the trailer before the succession of Planet of the Apes, Corpse Bride, and Big Fish, I’d be a little more excited since the Disney version never thrilled me as a kid. Can we stay away from the tragic, showy remakes, please?
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