What if the CGI was replaced w/ practical effects and it was R rated?
I really think if this had felt grimmier and lo-tech like Gilliam's other films, it really would have improved it. Sure the plot and all would still be the same, but I think I would be more forgiving if it felt more like Timebandits and Jabberwoky.
I really wonder if it can be redone now without reshotting anything and maybe adding a less superhyper score too.
-What you gonna see?
-Something that starts soon and looks good.