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The scary story of a plane crash is mocked irreverently by a cast including the then serious actor Leslie Nielsen. The film is packed with funny spoofs and slapstick comedy. Much of the comedy is only noticeable on a second viewing, it would almost appear that jokes are present in every single scene. The problem comes when you blink or look away for whatever reason and you end up missing a series of funny moments which is why a second or third viewing is necessary.

The film is very similar to the later Naked Gun films with Leslie Nielsen. The laughs come from often slapstick moments that are mainly visual. The dialogue does provide some comic gems, but it is the action that you will find yourself laughing at the most.

Altogether a hilarious film that is a must watch for all fans of comedy. It may not appeal to those people who enjoy very plain sophisticated comedy, but for those who like quick punchy dialogue and hilarious slapstick should definitely watch this film.

Washington Irving's tale of a headless horseman seems a difficult subject to adapt into a film, however it seems to have been pulled off. The story of a New York inspectors creepy encounter with unknown forces is superbly portrayed by Johnny Depp. As in many of his films, Depp is usually overlooked and only remembered for his recent Jack Sparrow performances. Here though he is at his best mixing serious horror with slightly humorous characteristics.

The film deals with a rather outlandish theme, but Depp is there to see it does not go straight over the audiences head. The headless horseman is a typical symbol in Gothic horror stories, but here it is Johnny Depp that brings it to life. Of course the other actors all deserve similar praise and as a collective help make Sleepy Hollow an excellent couple of hours viewing.