It’s a bit of Frankenstein, a dash of Pinocchio, with the generously inspired flavor of Terry Gilliam. Wildly fantastical tale told with great writing, marvelous acting and exceptional cinematography. Once I surrendered that for the period of the duration of the movie I was in a different world, I thoroughly enjoyed the film and Bella’s evolution. It’s a wonderful ride, well worth the ticket price, and a film most worthy of high praise.