Public Enemies
Depp scores as Depression-era robber, but lots of violence.
Release Date: 7/1/2009

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Movie is darker, much bloodier than stage musical.
Release Date: 12/21/2007

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
Swashbuckling action, but too many puzzling plots.
Release Date: 5/24/2007

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
An action-packed but too-long flick for kids 12+.
Release Date: 7/7/2006

Tim Burton's Corpse Bride
Magical, with scares most 10-year-olds can handle.
Release Date: 09/23/2005

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
Bright, spirited, and edgy version of Willy Wonka.
Release Date: 07/15/2005

Finding Neverland
Don't expect Peter Pan...This is about the author.
Release Date: 11/12/2004

Secret Window
It all feels recycled and re-recycled.
Release Date: 03/12/2004

Once Upon a Time in Mexico
Like an R-rated, violent Roadrunner cartoon.
Release Date: 09/04/2003

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Rip-roaring fun for kids who don't mind skeletons.
Release Date: 07/09/2003

Blow
Uneven drug trade story has explicit drug use.
Release Date: 02/04/2003

From Hell
Gruesome, predictable Jack the Ripper retelling.
Release Date: 10/17/2001

Chocolat
Fabulous French fairy tale for teens and up.
Release Date: 12/15/2000

Donnie Brasco
Decent mob movie, but not meant for children.
Release Date: 02/28/1997

What's Eating Gilbert Grape?
A challenging look at the ups and downs of family.
Release Date: 01/01/1993

Edward Scissorhands
Dark yet sweet underdog tale for older kids.
Release Date: 12/07/1990

A Nightmare on Elm Street
First feature for knife-handed horror idol Freddy.
Release Date: 11/09/1984