MirrorMask (2005)

You won't be disappointed!

Good start, but then it gets ruined

Very interesting film. Was caught on the premise when seeing the trailer but unsure as to what the outcome would be for the showing. As it turns out, it was a very good film.

I cannot think of one single thing that I would change about this film. The acting is incomparable, the directing deft, and the writing poignantly brilliant.

If you like Labyrinth and Alice in Wonderland you will like Mirrormask. For me is very surprising that the some ideas is possible to show in very different way and by my opinion in many ways better way. So it is kind of next step somewhere. And I love the art way how is in movie represented this magi world.

Mirror mask is a visually striking and awe inspiring movie. This masterpiece was directed by Dave McKean. Dave is a brilliant man and has worked as a director, writer, composer and even worked as a concept artist in the third Harry Potter movie. There are four star actors who play multiple roles. The main actress is Stephanie Leonidas, and she is partnered with Jason Barry. The two other lead cast members are Rob Brydon and Gina McKee.This film portrays a young girl trapped in a life as a circus performer in her parent's circus and all she wants is a real life. While in another world another girl who in a princess in the kingdom of night wants to escape her life and doesn't care who she hurts in doing so. The main character soon finds herself in the other world being stalked by darkness. She is even more confused when she is treated as a criminal and a thief by the kingdom of light. As the story progresses she finds out she was forced to switch places with the princess of the kingdom of night. So she begins her journey to find a missing key between worlds before all hope is lost.Most key actors played multiple roles which showed their ability to be different people. Stephanie Leonidas plays Helena, the main character and the princess of the dark Kingdome. The two characters are polar opposites; Helena is thoughtful, naive but also brave, and curious. On the other hand the princess is selfish rude and an all-around awful person. Then another impressive character is Gina McKee who plays Helena's mom, the queen of light and the queen of darkness. She is so different in each role is hard to tell it's all the same woman and at the same time she makes each character pop off the screen.There was an artistic cross between C.G.I. and real world that was simply stunning. The effects really impacted the viewer in a way that you almost believe what is happening. Almost all the cast wears masks which were the theme of the movie and over 70 masks were used on set. The masks added to the characters while also blending them to the computer generated images. Everything in the movie appears to be seen through a filter like looking into a secret world.All in all this movie is a must see for anyone. It has an artistic feel that suits the story. Mirror mask has action, adventure, romance and comedy all in one unique story that is unlike anything else. This is a true cinematic masterpiece and should be seen by all people of all ages.

Because I'm such a devout fan of Farscape - I was anticipating this movie coming out. After watching it at least 4 or 5 times - I realized it had grown on me. I just adore the characters, the artwork is so appealing to me, unique in a special way. The story reminds me a little of Stephen Kings' "The Talisman" - (Just a little). I even sent away for a poster for the movie which I've never done before. Here it is 6 years later and it's still probably one of my top 20 favorite movies. But granted - it's not for everyone! Of all my friends and family that have seen it - I'm the only one that liked it. I believe they were bored by it or just unimpressed. Not me! Wish I had the CD - I'd watch it again right now! I think it's brilliant and entertaining!

With Jim Henson's name attached to it, I was very curious to see "Mirrormask". After having seen it, I was very disappointment. While the Tim-Burtonesque scenery was very original, the sub-par (for 2005) CGI made it look like a mediocre computer game which took away much of the magic this film could have had. Stop motion or the typical Henson style puppets could have saved this film, however for some reason (budget?) they did not pick that option.Besides that, the main character had little personality and her behavior was not believable for someone trapped in a surreal nightmarish dream world. The plot wasn't really compelling either and the ending was just lame. Besides that, for most of the film I was wondering how long it would take until it's over and that's usually not a good sign."Nightmare Before Christmas" was a wonderful surreal and dark little story that captivated the hearts of many viewers and "Mirrormask" tries to be something similar but unfortunately it failed at many levels.