There are a few things about this rather bizarre creation that will convince the majority of filmgoers to see it. One is that it was the last project that Heath Ledger worked on before he died, midway through filming. When tragedy struck, writer and director Terry Gilliam wanted to throw in the towel, but was convinced by Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell and Jude Law not to. And so, with this formidable trio at his side, Gilliam created three alternative personas of Heath’s character to complete the narrative.Secondly, Gilliam is a master player in the theatre of the mind and holds nothing back in creating a magical story where a travelling theatre act offers ordinary spectators the chance to explore the realms of their imaginations. Got that? Yeah, it’s hard to explain and even harder to follow at times, which is what will disappoint many who pay the price of the ticket. There is no doubt the spectacle and oddities of the film will enthral you, but you’ll be left wondering what just happened. A solid, even vaguely coherent story line you will not get. Sadly, I was left feeling more than a little disgruntled.
Rating: 3 outta 5
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