Ed Wood (1994)

Ed Wood

Ed Wood (1994) — a biographical comedy-drama — follows the relentless, eccentric filmmaker Edward D. Wood Jr. as he pursues his oversized cinematic dreams in 1950s Hollywood despite a glaring lack of talent and constant ridicule. The film tracks Ed’s obsessive drive to make movies like Glen or Glenda, Bride of the Monster and Plan 9 from Outer Space, and the strange, often touching relationships that sustain him — most notably his friendship with the aging horror star Bela Lugosi and a devoted troupe of show‑business misfits. Viewers can expect a blend of dark comedy and genuine pathos: chaotic, DIY film shoots and bizarre set pieces that provoke laughter sit alongside quieter, empathetic scenes about identity (including Ed’s transvestism), loyalty and creative stubbornness. Visually and emotionally, the movie recreates 1950s Hollywood’s seedier corners and delivers an oddly endearing portrait of artistic failure and perseverance — funny, poignant, and ultimately humane.

Actors: Johnny Depp, Martin Landau, Sarah Jessica Parker

Director: Tim Burton

Runtime: 127 min

Genres: Biography, Comedy, Drama

Filmaffinity Rating 7.5 /10 Metacritic Rating 71 /100 IMDB Rating 7.8 /10 Bmoat Rating 7.5 /10