Review of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) by Javier V — 03 Oct 2011
Especially considering the trauma and difficulties stemming from Heath Ledger's death during production and the fact that Terry Gilliam hadn't directed a good picture in more than a decade, the helmer has made a pretty good thing out of a very bad situation in "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus.
" Synthesizing elements from several of his previous pictures, including "Time Bandits," "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen" and "The Fisher King," the often overreaching director addresses a mad hatter of a story with the expected visual panache and what is, for him, considerable discipline.
With Ledger onscreen more than might have been expected, the film possesses strong curiosity value bolstered by generally lively action and excellent visual effects, making for good commercial prospects in most markets.
This review of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) was written by Javier V on 03 Oct 2011.
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus has generally received positive reviews.
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