A closely knit family, the real head being Morticia-although each of the others is a definite character- except for Grandma, who is easily led. Morticia is even in disposition, muted, witty, sometimes deadly. The characters were undeveloped and unnamed until later versions. Led by the outstanding (and sadly missed) Raul Julia, nearly every single family member wears their role with an unreal amount of dignity, making the fairly standard plot completely memorable.Addams's original cartoons were one-panel gags. Wonderful set and prop design mixed with it's politely warped sense of humor would have been enough to make Addams Family the success it became, although it was the brilliant casting which continues to uphold a credibility for this film. A wonderful, gentle perversity that hangs over the entire family might have pushed things a little too far to justify this family film to the younger set, but will stay surprisingly balanced with an outpouring of heart and morality,simply flipped inside out here, for comedic intent. Directed by easily digestible Barry Sonnenfeld, The Addams Family may be a bit intense for young kids but should stay a delight to all others. What is nothing short of ensemble perfection, a sense of fun had by all on set during production remains undeniably infectious throughout, lending the amusing proceedings a distinct level of class. The unexpectedly classy affair benefits greatly from the amazing casting that went into choosing all the Addams clan. show retains the eccentric spookiness and oddball humor of old, then proceeds to update the warped family familiarity with a rousing sense of decadent glee. Extremely enjoyable update to the old t.v.
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