Ebenezer: Critics Left Stunned In First Reactions To Johnny Depp Movie

Johnny Depp's big comeback movie, "Ebenezer," sees the actor returning to his preferred method of performing: a combination of comedy and drama under a mountain of makeup. Though Depp as Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' iconic Christmas tale might seem like a strange fit, the early reactions to the movie have actually been surprisingly positive. Watch Looper's video above to see how "Ebenezer" has stunned critics.

According to the critics who have seen the movie, director Ti West's take on the holiday classic that has been adapted many times before might not be as original as its marketing has implied. However, the film itself has received enthusiastic reviews. The secret sauce of this iteration of "A Christmas Carol" seems to be the "X" trilogy director's focus on the supernatural aspects of the tale, combined with Depp's signature style of acting that infuses the titular character with infectious energy.

While the movie itself has received some fairly positive attention, the tagline of "Ebenezer" has caused some eyebrow-raising among the people who have seen the film. "The name you know, the story you don't" isn't quite accurate, seeing as the movie doesn't really reinvent Charles Dickens' source material.

That being said, critics have noted that the story "Ebenezer" does tell is solid enough, and Depp's performance receives capable support from a cast that includes names like Ian McKellen, Daisy Ridley, Tramell Tillman, Rupert Grint, and Andrea Riseborough. Whether the movie becomes known as one of Johnny Depp's best movies or one of the greatest "A Christmas Carol" adaptations remains to be seen, of course, and it's equally early to say how Ebenezer Scrooge stacks up against Depp's best movie and TV roles to date. Still, early reactions have certainly been positive, and watching Looper's video above will tell you all about them.