Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Johnny Depp | ... | Victor Van Dort (voice) | |
Helena Bonham Carter | ... | Corpse Bride (voice) | |
Emily Watson | ... | Victoria Everglot (voice) | |
Tracey Ullman | ... | Nell Van Dort / Hildegarde (voice) | |
Paul Whitehouse | ... | William Van Dort / Mayhew / Paul The Head Waiter (voice) | |
Joanna Lumley | ... | Maudeline Everglot (voice) | |
Albert Finney | ... | Finis Everglot (voice) | |
Richard E. Grant | ... | Barkis Bittern (voice) | |
Christopher Lee | ... | Pastor Galswells (voice) | |
Michael Gough | ... | Elder Gutknecht (voice) | |
Jane Horrocks | ... | Black Widow Spider / Mrs. Plum (voice) | |
Enn Reitel | ... | Maggot / Town Crier (voice) | |
Deep Roy | ... | General Bonesapart (voice) | |
Danny Elfman | ... | Bonejangles (voice) | |
Stephen Ballantyne | ... | Emil (voice) |
Set back in the late 1800s in a Victorian village, a man and woman by the names of Victor Van Dort and Victoria Everglot are betrothed because the Everglots need the money or else they'll be living on the streets and the Van Dorts want to be high in society. But when things go wrong at the wedding rehearsal, Victor goes into the woods to practice his vows. Just as soon as he gets them right, he finds himself married to Emily, the corpse bride. While Victoria waits on the other side, there's a rich newcomer that may take Victor's place. So two brides, one groom, who will Victor pick? Written by XxCherrySodaxX
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