Dark Shadows (2004)

Overview
The 2012 movie "Dark Shadows", directed by Tim Burton, is a gothic supernatural horror funny movie that is actually not from 2004 but was released in 2012. The film is based upon the 1966-- 1971 television daytime drama of the very same name and features an ensemble cast that consists of Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer, Eva Green, Helena Bonham Carter, and many others. Before delving into the summary, it's important to clarify that there isn't a "Dark Shadows" film from 2004. Now, let's dive into the summary of the 2012 movie.

The Curse and Transformation
"Dark Shadows" begins in the 18th century with the rich Collins household, who set sail from Liverpool, England, to North America where they develop a fishing market in Maine and construct their grand estate, Collinwood Mansion. The young Barnabas Collins (Johnny Depp) matures to be a rich playboy and the master of Collinwood Manor. He breaks the heart of a witch called Angelique Bouchard (Eva Green), who in a fit of jealousy, curses the Collins family, turns Barnabas into a vampire, and buries him alive in a casket.

Awakening and the New World
Two centuries later on, in the year 1972, Barnabas is unintentionally devoid of his burial place by building and construction employees, just to find the once-mighty Collins family in ruins. The existing residents of Collinwood Manor are inefficient and having a hard time. Elizabeth Collins Stoddard (Michelle Pfeiffer), the matriarch, tries to promote the household organization with her bro Roger (Jonny Lee Miller), her teenage child Carolyn (Chloë Grace Moretz), and her young nephew David (Gulliver McGrath). They are signed up with by David's psychiatrist, Dr. Julia Hoffman (Helena Bonham Carter), and the freshly selected governess, Victoria Winters (Bella Heathcote), who bears a striking resemblance to Barnabas' lost love.

Barnabas' Quest
Barnabas promises to bring back the Collins household to its previous glory while keeping his vampiric nature a secret. A culture shock takes place as he adjusts to the drastic changes of the 20th century. Barnabas rapidly enters into conflict with the never-ceasing Angelique, who has actually made her own success in the town by taking over the fishing market, putting a stranglehold on the economic lifeline of the Collins family. The film navigates through the wacky interactions and challenges Barnabas faces, attempting to adjust to the brand-new era and reviving his household's fortunes.

The Supernatural Confrontation
As Barnabas struggles to raise the family organization and reconnect with his descendants, he likewise contends with Angelique's rage. He rekindles an inactive romance with Victoria, who is revealed to be the reincarnation of his real love Josette DuPres. Their budding love sets off Angelique's fury, culminating in a showdown in between the vampire and the witch. There are likewise discoveries about the Collins family; one such discovery has to do with Carolyn, who is exposed to be a monster.

Resolution and Aftermath
In the climax of a supernatural face-off, involving spells, destruction, and a battle royal inside Collinwood Manor, Barnabas and his family manage to challenge Angelique. However, the confrontation comes at a fantastic cost as Angelique brings down the mansion around them, though not before she reveals the truth about menstruation she put on the Collins household. The film ties up with a series of cliffhangers, establishing prospective brand-new instructions for the household, now openly familiar with their supernatural ties, and closes with yet another twist that hints at future complications for Barnabas and the Collins bloodline.

"Dark Shadows" integrates dark humor with scary aspects and nods to the initial series, creating an unique tapestry of gothic storytelling with Tim Burton's familiar aesthetic. The movie got mixed evaluations, with praise for its visual design and efficiencies, though a rather chaotic story.

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