Dark Shadows Trailer Impressions: Epic Conflict Between a 200 Year Old Vampire and His Bitter Ex of a Witch

Dark Shadows is a 2012 supernatural drama comedy film based on the 1966–1971 gothic soap opera of the same name. The film is directed by Tim Burton and stars Johnny Depp as the iconic Barnabas Collins, Michelle Pfeiffer, Helena Bonham Carter, Eva Green, Jackie Earle Haley, Jonny Lee Miller, Chloe Grace Moretz and Bella Heathcote. Let's check out this latest Burton-Depp combo film:

Dark Shadows
Plot / Synopsis

In 1752, the Collins family sails from Liverpool, England to North America. The son, Barnabas, grows up to be a wealthy playboy in Collinsport, Maine and is the master of Collinwood Manor. He breaks the heart of a witch, Angelique Bouchard, who turns him into a vampire and buries him alive. Fast forward to 200 years (1972), Barnabas is accidentally freed from his coffin and returns to find his once-magnificent manor in ruin. Now occupied by dysfunctional Collins descendants and other residents, Barnabas struggles catching up with time and dealing with the witch who cursed him who still is eventually still is into him.

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Dark Shadows Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Dark Shadows Film Trailer Review

Director by Tim Burton and Johnny Depp both admit to be fans of the original television soap, so there is hope that this would be the perfect and loyal film adaptation of that cult classic television show, right? Well, no! According to MTV, Tim Burton has opted "for gonzo comedy that should please many but may rile fans of the original soap opera."

As for someone who have never been exposed to such old gothic series, nor interested (that much) to goth themed shows in general, seeing the trailer alone is more than enough to excite me. The Dark Shadows' trailer looks hilarious and the right sort of weirdness expected from a Tim Burton and Johnny Depp film. I for one am hyped up for this film and will definitely see this once it hits the theaters this May 2012.

How about you guys? What's your impressions on this latest darkly themed supernatural comedy film by Burton and Depp? Share your thoughts on the Dark Shadows trailer on the comments section below:

Frankenweenie Trailer Impressions: Tim Burton's Back with the 3-D Stop Motion Animated Film Remake of His 1984 Short Film

Frankenweenie is a 2012 3D black-and-white stop motion-animated Walt Disney film directed and produced by Tim Burton which is also a remake of a 1984 short film that was also co-written by Tim Burton. Frankenweenie is slated for an October 5, 2012 release. Let's check out this latest darkly themed film by Tim Burton here.

Frankenweenie
Plot / Synopsis

When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky's still the good loyal friend he's always been.

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Frankenweenie Official Movie Trailer Impressions
Frankenweenie Film Trailer Review

Tim Burton is back ready to scare the hell out of the 21st century children with Frankenweenie. To an adult perspective, Frankenweenie may very well be another kid's film, but if you carefully look pass that aspect, the ideas and the general dark presentation (theme) of the film is more likely aim for adults. It is perfect right? An animated film that everyone can enjoy.

Tim Burton has been known for his usually dark and quirky-themed movies which extends to Frankenweenie. If you lost someone dear to your life, it is only natural to want them back but of course it is not possible, but what if you can? That is what this stop motion animated film plays with. This time, Burton went with the animation to avoid possible conflict which his original 1984 Frankenweenie encountered: It was said that Burton was fired by Disney after the film was completed; the studio claimed that he had wasted company resources and felt the film was too scary for young audiences. But times are changing and so does kids tolerance with violence and dark themes. But to probably play safe, Burton may went with the 3-D stop motion animated remake.

What can you say about this 3-D stop motion animated film? Have you heard or seen the 1984 film that this was based on? Share your thoughts about the Frankenweenie movie trailer on the comments section below: