Sleepy Hollow 1999
“Heads will roll.”
What is Sleepy Hollow?
Sleepy Hollow is a supernatural mystery film set in the late 18th century. The story follows Ichabod Crane, a young detective known for his skeptical approach to investigations.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 19, 1999
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Mandalay Pictures, American Zoetrope
- Budget
- $100,000,000
- Revenue
- $206,071,526
- Genres
- Fantasy, Thriller, Mystery, Horror
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Overview
Sleepy Hollow is a supernatural mystery film set in the late 18th century. The story follows Ichabod Crane, a young detective known for his skeptical approach to investigations. He is transferred to the small hamlet of Sleepy Hollow in New York to examine a series of violent deaths. Three individuals have been found decapitated under mysterious circumstances. The local townspeople believe these murders are the work of a supernatural entity known as the Headless Horseman. This legendary figure from local folklore is blamed for the killings by frightened residents. Crane must investigate these claims while contending with both the town's superstitions and the possibility that something otherworldly is responsible for the deaths. His rational mindset is challenged as he delves deeper into the case. The film combines elements of horror and detective fiction as Crane attempts to uncover the truth behind the murders. The story explores themes of fear, legend, and the conflict between reason and belief in the supernatural.
Should you watch it?
“A skeptical detective arrives in a remote hamlet to investigate a series of mysterious decapitations.”
- distinctive visual style
- classic mystery premise
- contains graphic violence
Watch it if you enjoy gothic horror films based on classic literature.
The film contains depictions of graphic violence and decapitations.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this film based on a book?
Yes, the film is based on the 1820 short story The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Tim Burton.
What is the genre of the film?
It is a gothic horror film.
Who wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was written by Andrew Kevin Walker.
What is the primary plot?
A detective investigates murders in Sleepy Hollow that locals attribute to the Headless Horseman.