Review of Edward Scissorhands (1990) by Dorothy-Jean D. I — 03 Jan 2013

Tim Burton and Johnny Depp's first collaboration is an original, emotional, magical, spooky, gentle and touching classic. 5/5 stars.

This review of Edward Scissorhands (1990) was written by Dorothy-Jean D. I on 03 Jan 2013.

Edward Scissorhands has generally received very positive reviews.

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