
Finding Neverland Was a Nice Change for Johnny Depp
Review created: 02/20/07(updated 10/03/07)
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This movie is the story of J. M. Barrie (Johnny Depp), the author of "Peter Pan," who was inspired by a widow lady (Kate Winslett)in the park with her three sons. His relationship with the lady leads to problems with her mother (Julie Christie in a nice role for her) and his wife, who eventually gets so disgusted that she leaves him. The story unravels quickly when the lady seems ill. You can compare it to "Dark Victory" or "Camille" in the end. But how this all ties in with the play, "Peter Pan," I will leave to your own discovery.
Johnny Depp plays the part magnificently. This is one of the first normal roles for him that I have seen. He is becoming one of my favorite actors. He doesn't have to be weird to be great!
For this movie, Johnny Depp achieved a Best Actor Oscar nomination. The movie also was nominated for 7 total Oscars, and won one for Best Original Music Score.
It will be a little sad for small children, but the special effects are very enjoyable.
Review ID: 10000000003006374

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