In the spirit of Halloween: the best movies and cartoons by Tim Burton

Tim Burton is a famous director who brought the Gothic to life on the movie screen, creating a special dark and stylish world. His films and cartoons have become cult, inspiring new generations of viewers with their unforgettable characters and atmosphere.

On the occasion of Halloween, OBOZ.UA has selected the best works of the director that will help create the right mood: from funny to creepy and romantic. This selection includes several animated films and series that have already become classics.

Frankenweenie (1984)

This short film by Tim Burton laid the foundation for his future career. This black-and-white film, created during Burton's time at Disney, tells the touching story of a young boy named Victor who tries to bring his beloved dog Sparky back to life with the help of science.

Beetlejuice (1988)

The black comedy with Michael Keaton was Burton's next success. It tells the story of ghosts trying to drive new tenants out of their house. The main character, Beatlejuice, has become a cult figure, and the film has won awards for its music and makeup.

Batman (1989)

This is a cult film that redefined the image of the superhero Batman and set new standards for comic book movies. Plot: Billionaire Bruce Wayne (Michael Keaton) witnesses the murder of his parents as a child. This tragedy prompts him to dedicate his life to fighting crime, adopting the image of Batman, a dark knight who terrifies the criminals of Gotham. A new, even more dangerous enemy appears in the city - the Joker (Jack Nicholson), a crazed criminal who seeks to plunge Gotham into chaos. Batman will have to face him in a fierce battle for the fate of the city.

Edward Scissorhands (1990)

This is a touching story about loneliness, love and acceptance of differences created by Tim Burton. The film tells the story of Edward, a young man who was created by a talented inventor, but he didn't have time to add arms. Instead, he has sharp blades that make him different from other people.

Plot: Edward lives in an isolated mansion on top of a hill until he is found by a young girl named Kim, who brings him to her apartment complex, where Edward becomes a local sensation. His unusual abilities benefit his neighbors, but also cause fear and distrust. Edward falls in love with Kim, but the difference between them is too great for their love to be simple and happy.

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)

The thriller directed by Tim Burton impresses with its dark atmosphere, spectacular musical numbers and powerful acting. The film is an adaptation of the Broadway musical of the same name and tells the story of a disturbing revenge.

The plot: Benjamin Barker, a talented barber who was unjustly convicted and exiled to hard labor, returns to London under the name Sweeney Todd. He seeks revenge on Judge Turpin, who ruined his life by taking away his wife and daughter. Renting the premises above a pie shop, Sweeney Todd turns his workshop into a place of brutal murders, and his accomplice, Mrs. Lovett, turns the bodies of the victims into the filling for her famous pies.

Corpse Bride (2005)

A dark tale of love and death. An eerie animated film by Tim Burton, created using puppet animation techniques. This is a fascinating story about love, death and choice that has captivated audiences around the world.

Plot: The movie is set in Victorian England. A young man, Victor, has to marry a girl he does not love. During the wedding rehearsal, he mistakenly puts the wedding ring on a bony hand that protrudes from the ground. It turns out to be the finger of Emily, a young girl who died on her wedding day. Emily, fascinated by Victor's beauty, takes him to the world of the dead, where he is to become her fiancé.

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

This is a unique musical cartoon created by Tim Burton. This animated fairy tale combines the atmosphere of Halloween and Christmas, creating a unique holiday cocktail.

Plot: The cartoon is set in a city inhabited by various monsters, ghosts and other spooky creatures. Their leader, Jack Skellington, is tired of the monotonous Halloween celebration. One day, when he accidentally gets to Christmas Town, he falls in love with the holiday and decides to organize his own Christmas. However, his ideas about Christmas turn out to be quite specific and cause chaos and confusion in the world of people.

Series "Wednesday" (2022)

This is a modern interpretation of the story of the gloomy and mysterious Wednesday Addams, known from classic comics and movies. The series, created for the Netflix platform, has gained incredible popularity due to its original style, fascinating plot and charismatic main character.

What is the series about? The plot centers on the eldest daughter of the eccentric Addams family, Wednesday. After another scandal, she finds herself at the Nevermore Academy, a special school for children with superpowers. There, Wednesday tries to fit into the new environment, uncover the secrets of her family and unravel the mysterious series of murders that take place in the school's neighborhood.

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