Notebook Reviews: ED WOOD

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Niall Browne in Notebook Reviews

Tim Burton – 1994.

A masterpiece.

Director Tim Burton‘s biopic of Edward D. Wood Jr – the supposed worst film-maker of all time – delivers on all fronts. An excellent cast and sparkling screenplay make Ed Wood a joy to watch.

Johnny Depp excels in the lead role, delivering wide-eyed enthusiasm as the low budget film director. Martin Landau is superb as horror icon Bela Lugosi – and deservedly won an Oscar for his role. Bill Murray also delivers a wonderful supporting turn.

Simply put- everything in Ed Wood works. Highly recommended.