You get exactly what you came for. Tim Burton's style is a bit off beat for some but even if you haven't like his other movies you may still like Alice because of the story and the symbolism and references made to the original Carrol story. It is beautiful to look at and it's quirkiness keeps you interested. I took my children all boys 10, 15, 17 ... they all loved it .... go figure .... I Highly recommend it ... but keep your mind open .... don't go in expecting anything and I think you will be happy you did.