Review of The Brothers Grimm (2005) by Reap. — 05 Sep 2005

I loved this movie. I loved the lush, old world storybook painterly look of each scene that reminded me of my favorite illustrators. I loved the lovingly whimsical costumes and the delightfully caricatured characters.

that reminded me of the original Wizard of Oz. Several of the characters made me laugh out loud without saying a word. I loved the delicious dark 'scary' scenes...the kind that used to titillate me as a kid.

It's wit and humor and storybook moral and morale were wonderful. If it fell off the breathtaking punch of the Rings trilogy and the like, it was only because it was generously faithful to the whole Grimm's Fairy tale feel.

I was happy it didn't try for blockbuster overamped action adrenalin rush or punch in the gut 'grit' or cloyingly sweet fluff. I had a great good time every minute that left a clean taste in the mouth.

I was surprised and pleased by Damon's and Ledger's understated performances that stayed honest and well balanced within the tapestry of the movie. I'd give it 9 stars.