A common complaint is that the movie feels like "style in search of a purpose". Critics at Rotten Tomatoes suggest it has enough imagery for ten movies but lacks the "emotional kick" to make them resonate.
The 2005 film The Brothers Grimm , directed by , is generally regarded as a visually stunning but narratively muddled "glorious mess". While it features Gilliam’s signature imaginative style and strong lead performances, many critics and viewers find that the plot fails to form a cohesive whole. Critical Consensus The Brothers Grimm
“The Brothers Grim may have horrendous CGI and a clunky plot to follow through, but the film was quite enjoyable and became okay at best.” Metacritic A common complaint is that the movie feels
“It is exceptionally good looking and engaging for awhile, but falls apart in the end. Worth a watch for sure.” Reddit · r/horror The Brothers Grimm