Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
The infamous story of Benjamin Barker, a.k.a Sweeney Todd, who sets up a barber shop down in London which is the basis for a sinister partnership with his fellow tenant, Mrs. Lovett. Based on the hit Broadway musical.
Critics Sentiment
Todd discovers he killed Lucy and confronts Mrs Lovett
Mrs Lovett fantasizes about marrying Todd and retiring
The film peaks with the tragic final confrontation after dipping during Mrs. Lovett's romantic fantasy sequence, rising 2.1 points as Burton returns to the core revenge tragedy.
Critics praised Burton's return to form with a visually stunning and dramatically satisfying adaptation that builds steadily from atmospheric setup to tragic climax. While some found the escalating violence excessive, most celebrated the dark humor, strong performances, and Burton's faithful handling of Sondheim's musical. The film succeeds as both horror and musical, with particular acclaim for its bleak but satisfying conclusion.
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Johnny Depp
Sweeney Todd
Helena Bonham Carter
Mrs. Lovett
Alan Rickman
Judge Turpin
Timothy Spall
Beadle
Sacha Baron Cohen
Pirelli
Jamie Campbell Bower
Anthony
Laura Michelle Kelly
Lucy / Beggar Woman
Jayne Wisener
Johanna
Ed Sanders
Toby
Gracie May Weldon
Baby Johanna
Ava May
Baby Johanna
Jody Halse
Policeman
Aron Paramor
Policeman
Lee Whitlock
Policeman
Nick Haverson
Pirelli / Todd Customer
Mandy Holliday
Pirelli / Todd Customer
Colin Higgins
Elixir Sniffing Customer
John Paton
Gasping Man
Graham Bohea
Contest Bald Man
Daniel Lusardi
Boy Prisoner
Crew
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