Sleepy Hollow (DVD 2000)

Excellent condition. Fast delivery and no problems at all. What else could a buyer ask for! Highly recommended.

I'd never seen this film until a few years ago when I saw it on TV, again it was on TV recently, instead of watching it I decided I wanted to have my own copy, and had meant to get a copy in the years previously, but was never and the fore front of my mind, but I'm glad I won this finally. A great film, glad to have a copy of my own now!

I thoroughly enjoyed this collaboration between Tim Burton, Andrew Kevin Walker and Washington Irving. Combining such incredible talents as Mr. Burton and Mr. Walker proved quite the appropriate recipe for recreating the Irving classic. I have read may other comments about this movie and I find it very disturbing that most people either compare it to Star Wars: Phantom Menace or complain that it is too far removed from the original story.

For these people I have a few comments. First, the only connections and comparisons to Star Wars are the actor Ian McDiarmid and the actor/stuntman Ray Park. Beyond that there is nothing within this movie that comes remotely close to a comparison to Star Wars. In my opinion this movie was better than that box office behemoth. If *****had spent as much time on his script for ***, perhaps it would have been as intriguing as Sleepy Hollow. Next, for those who were not satisfied with the movie's departure from the Irving classic I have but one piece of advice: read the story again. Washington Irving was masterful at creating scenes and setting atmosphere but The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was a 20 page examination of the little village and the loves of Ichabod Crane (women, food, writings et al) The Horseman, though mentioned a handful of times, did not appear until the last couple pages and then it alluded to the idea that Brom Bones was the culprit, in disguise, to frighten the poor hero Ichabod.

There have been other writings and interpretations of the Sleepy Hollow story that focus more on the spectral form of the Headless Horseman. I believe this movie was done in the spirit of those other works and is among the best. It brings to life the setting of this little valley and attempts to recreate the feeling that Washington Irving described best in his story. It was indicated that Sleepy Hollow was a magical and dream like place, thus the name "Sleepy Hollow." In this little upstate valley the strangest things occur and such ghosts and goblins roam freely if only in the mind of the inhabitants. Tim Burton manages to capture that sensation and allows the audience to feel as if they stepped not into a theater, but another world.

Andrew Kevin Walker's workup and translation of the story also makes for a compelling movie. Allowing the changes for the movie adaptation were a sign of genius. Displacing the hero and introducing him to the Sleepy Hollow atmosphere along with the audience, enhanced the experience. Giving a clear background for the Horseman, which is only briefly provided in the original story, was also an improvement to the movie's story. Let's face it, if they had made a 105 minute movie that tried to replicate the original short story there would have been whole theaters full of "sleepy" patrons.

The acting was also superb giving a hand to Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci for fabulous performances. As for the rest of the cast? Fantastic. To see all of these wonderful actors in secondary roles was a treat. Starting with Christopher Lee as the chief magistrate in New York; Jeffrey Jones, Michael Gough, Ian McDiarmid, Michael Gambon, Miranda Richardson and even Casper Van Dien all did magnificent work.

Though the story lagged at moments, they were few and far between. The editing in the beginning was a bit choppy but ran more fluently after the 20-30 minute point. An excellent adaptation of a great story. This was definitely a movie that Burton was born to make

Another great Johnny Depp film. A dark and mysterious film with great characters. The kind of film that I could watch over and over again. A real must to see.

I have watched this film many time, and i simply love it, Jonny Depp is awesome in this film. That is why i have bought t from ebay. Very good price.

I love anything with Johnny Depp in. He is such a talented actor and can turn his hand to any role required of him. Although I don't feel this was one of his best films, it was still certainly worth watching.

love sleepy hollow love johnny depp i bought this because my eldest daughter broke my last one so i had to replace it its a great film and johnny plays a brilliant part

Depp is suprisingly convincing, with a fine supporting cast, and an exceptional female juvenile lead. Both amusing and scary by turns, just tongue in cheek enough to stop it becoming ponderous and self-obsessed. Several nice cameos from distinguished performers raise the standard, and Miranda Richardson is a wondefully over-the-top Wicked Stepmother.

Johnny Depp is a true versatile actor. Consider the difference between Captain Jack Sparrow and Willy Wonka. In Sleepy Hollow he plays a policeman challenged with using his new investigation techniques to discover who is beheading the residents of the country village of Sleepy Hollow. Depp's eccentric potrayal of Ichabod Crane keeps the film alive and makes it a truly amazing film.

Johnny Depp is absolutely fantastic in this version of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. He brings the character to life, with humour and interest. He is supported by a cast that brings the film to life, and a genuine pleasure to watch. By far the best version of Sleepy Hollow I have seen.

This was for my son who collect DVDs, he saw this and good old dad brought it as i have done for many of his collection. the service was very good, the price was fair and so was p&p

it's just a very good film hired it one night thought i gotter get that one so forget shop prices went on e-bay

Johnny Depp is superb as the bumbling investigating doctor who uncovers a sinister plot of revenge and murder. wonderful film dark and mysterious. Depp is brillian in these dark roles.

we have all heard of the legend which is sleepy hollow and and you simlpy have to see this film for johny depps performece its outstanding

One of my favourite films. Great idea from the old folk story. Depp and Ricci both shine in this historically set Tim Burton ghost story.

LOVE johnny Depp so any film with him in has to be excellent. A Dark film set in Sleepy Hollow, however as usual Johnny gives it that slight comdey edge as he does. Must have for any Johnny Depp fans

Bought as a gift, have watched it myself several times it is a great movie, the acting is excellent, just enough spookieness and a touch of love interest.

was a bad copy, contacted seller who gave refund, i only lost one pound in cash, and a bit of time.

i still do not have a copy of this dvd, and am looking.

Big Johnny DEPP fan, love this film, not as good as pirates, but decided to buy it to add to my collection.

What a brilliant film-Tim Burton and Johnny Depp team up together for another truly entertaining film.
Great atmosphere is created by the almost black and white effect with a great story and outstanding acting.
The film keeps you interested all the way through to the end. Why hasn't the awesome acting of Johnny Depp won him the recognition he deserved in some of his earlier films like this one?
Highly recommend to fans of gothic horror.