For those who have not seen the original: Charlie wins the opportunity of a lifetime when he finds the golden ticket in a chocolate bar and is led on a tour of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory along with four other children. The tour is led by the wacky Willy Wonka himself and as the other children begin to behave badly, unusual things begin to happen to them. As the tour goes on, it is revealed that there is a grand prize to be won by the child who behaves and outlasts the others. Charlie, accompanied by his Grandfather, experiences the wonder of the chocolate factory and it's team of small workers, called Oompa Loompas. This is a remake of the classic Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971). The original book and screenplay by Roald Dahl, this remake features the talents and imagination of Tim Burton as well.
For those who have seen the original: This movie, while different and still good, could not possibly compare to the original 1971 production. Some of the events were changed, along with the songs and general demeanor and look of the Oompa Loompas. Willy Wonka seems a bit more creepy and tormented than in the original, as well. Although I love Johnny Depp and I think he put his own twists and quirks into the character of Willy Wonka, I'm just a die hard fan of the original movie. In short, it's still good, just not as good as the first, in my opinion.
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Good
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Good
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Soundtrack
Average
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DVD - Comedies - 1996/2000 - Starring: Jamal Mixon, Melinda McGraw, Gabriel Williams, Anna Maria Horsford, Larry Miller, John Ales, Dave Chappelle, James Coburn, Jada Pinkett, Eddie Murphy - Director: Tom Shadyac
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