Review of Ed Wood (1994) by Shane S — 01 Dec 2010

A comic/dramatic treat from neo-Expressionist Tim Burton, this film showcases the Hollywood career of notoriously indie director Ed Wood, whose films weren't all that great. However, because of Burton's fascination and sympathy for those people in life that seem to be "too weird" for society, it's not a condemnatory piece meant to discourage people from making B-movies. It serves as an inspirational film to show that you can overcome any obstacle you face...because "visions are worth fighting for". It is, in a sense, a funnier "Boogie Nights" - mainly because both films showed the upside of their respective industries and displayed how everybody involved was like a family. Sure, they made films that mainstream filmgoers wouldn't dare see (I'd like to see "Brock Landers: Angels Live in My Town", but I'm into this sort of campy stuff), but nothing could separate them. Even if they tried to, they kept together - their bond was too strong.

I'd recommend this film for ages 13 and up. There is a graphic depiction of Bela Lugosi's needle holes where he's been shooting up methadone, some frightening images (but nothing that Tim Burton wouldn't do), and some coarse language, but this film is meant to inspire people to pursue their dreams...

...no matter how crazy they get. So, for all you people, get out, rent or buy this movie on DVD, and watch it. Make Eddie proud.