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Rating: 4.1/5
Review: "Alice In Wonderland 3D movie review"
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I am kind of surprised I enjoyed this 3D movie. I actually did not expect much from Tim Burton's movie. I may the only one who is not very interested in his movies. This just pipe my interest as I am interested in seeing how his version of Alice will be like. I went to see it with low expectations and instead I enjoyed it. The 3D effect has helped to enhance the movie by giving the feeling of places in the movie.
The story: It is sort of a sequel but Tim said it is not. So whether it is sequel or not, I look at it as a stand-alone movie. I like his version of Alice, the pace is brisk and I did not feel bored (The 3D helps). I find this more engaging than the cartoon by Disney too and one of the TV apdatation. The characters here are more likable. As the usual Tim's movies, this movie is a little dark with some intense scenes. The truth is I enjoyed this more than Avatar. Avatar may be ground-breaking for people but it is not for me. Because of its long runtime, Avatar spends time talking about some mushy contents, they are not even interesting. But staying throughout the film pays off, you will be treated to a war scene in 3D. But the thing is it is too long, my eyes got a little tired wearing the glasses. The time of Alice is just nice, 1 hour and 48 minutes. Danny Elfman has done it again by composing some striking music.
Overall: This may be the first Tim's movie I like. The 3D may not be popping out at you but it is enough to gain the realistic yet cartoonish tone of the movie. The 3D version may also be too intense for kids, 2D would be fine anyway. Half way in the movie, a kid was crying for no reason...

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