Non-Golden Globe Countdown: Sweeney Todd
If you’re just tuning in, welcome to Popsquire’s ongoing countdown to the non-Golden Globes. Each day, Popsquire examines at least one GG nominee’s collision with the law.
Popsquire’s pick of the day: Sweeney Todd. If you haven’t seen this movie, shame on you, but here’s what you need to know…
This Tim Burton film is a dark musical about a man seeking to avenge his unjust imprisonment and his wife’s death. Amid the singing, the main characters played by Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter kill numerous people, chop them up, and make minced meat out of them — literally.
Popsquire assumes every sees the obvious crime of endless murder, but what other unlawful activity do you see in this movie? Below is Popsquire’s list. If you have any to add, let me know!
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False Advertising
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False Imprisonment
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Kidnapping
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Unlicensed Barber
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Cannibalism
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Numerous Healthy and Safety Code Violations
