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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

I like Roald Dahl books. His books are meant for both adults and kids. But for the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory movie, the part I like most is Johnny Depp. He carried the character really, really well.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Chocolate and kids, now that's an explosive combination. Umpa, Umpa, good film and effects for the time.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This is definitely on my list of all time favorite movies. What kid doesn't dream about owning his very own candy factory? Gene Wilder is perfect as Willy Wonka and the Oompa Loompas round out the movie perfectly with their whimsical songs and dances.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This is a good movie.  I think that Gene Wilder was great as Willy Wonka.  One of my favorite movies when I was a kid, I still enjoy watching this movie.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

A pretty good kids movie. A poor boy gets a golden ticket in a bar of chocolate and gets to go to Wonka's famous factory. All the other kids get greedy and meet their fate. This gets a four because there are a few forgettable songs and it does not follow the book well.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The old one is great!! It is funny and happy and realistic in an unrealistic way but the new one with Depp in it is stupid. Everything fronm how the ompa lompas to how Wonka can't sing. Bu the first one is great!!!!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This is an excellent classic that I can always watch again and again. It is one of those great films that I have always enjoyed showing children as well. Mr. Wilder's acting is very unique and enjoyable (sometimes I wish I was a tour guide so I could emulate him), and the consequences for the other prize winner’s behavior are forever memorable and commonly referenced to. The remake was well worth watching, and Johnny Depp made an interesting Willy Wonka. I did not like how they removed the psychedelic boat scene and the snozberry flavored wallpaper blotters- but I can understand why they would be pressured to do so. All in all I wish more movies were as colorful as this one.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This film scares little kids but is a great movie for older kids and adults.

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Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory

Strengths: Gene Wilder's genius sense of humor and acting.

Weakness: absolutely none

Well, a little boy in the midst of poverty found a way out. Little did he(Charlie) know what was in store for him when he bought a wonka bar with a golden ticket in it! This movie took, and stil takes me to emotional heights. We all find our own innocence in Charlie, but we adore the untouchable character of Willy Wonka which Gene Wilder plays.
The hidden pursuit of a champion child for Wonka wasn't easy. Not for the child, or himself. A land of ecstacy, an adventure towards immortality on earth, and a friend to die for. This movie will take you to the heavens and back!

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The first movie I ever saw at the theater.........and I was exhilarated and terrified at the same time. That's an experience all young kids should have. The sequence in the boat (going through the tunnel)--not sure what that was doing in a kids film, and would certainly give the movie a PG (or even PG-13) rating today. But it didn't scar me for life; I think I'm fairly adjusted. Other segments, like the little boy getting sucked up the tube and the girl turning into a blueberry, stayed with me too. And the floating sequence, with the bubbles......I watched it again as an adult a few years ago and it is a bit dated (the Oompa Loompa singing those songs with the words spelled out--something right out of The Electric Company). The movie takes a while to get going. But I have to give it five stars for the impact it had on my early years.

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Saw this movie as a kid when it first came out. LOVED IT. Even my dad, who never saw movies twice, asked my sister and I if we wanted to stay in the theatre to see it again. He liked Gene Wilder's performances. We used to make little Oompa Loompa chocolate candies and sing the little song.... "What do you get when your child is a brat? Acting just like a Siamese cat!" As far as being mean spirited, Wonka wasn't mean to any of the kids, they did it to themselves, that was the point. Personal Responisibility.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Holy Crap, Umpa Lumpas Rock.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

My absolute favorite movie as a child, and actually enjoyed the 'new' version with my children. You people who are trashing this movie are not seeing it in the eyes as a child.. which the movie was meant for. Every kids' dream is to visit a world of chocolate..it's a fantasy. As far as bad acting??? Hello?? Have you not ever watched any other 'old' movie? In it's time, the acting would have been thought as being truly great, the concept genius. In years to come, what we now think is excellent acting, astonishing effects and masterfully thought out, will seem like drivel. Willy, you're still number one in my books.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

i loved this movie was so awsome i would love to go to that factory with all that stuff u can eat i want to see the new one coming out!!!mmm candy

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

My favorite movie growing up. I love Gene Wilder and I love the music. The only bad thing is that after I watch it I get "I've Got A Golden Ticket" stuck in my head for days.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

One of my all time favorites. People keep asking who would have made a better Willy Wonka than Johnny Depp in the new version. May I suggest Crispin Glover? Think about it. He has that sort of "creepy" look that Wilder has. Hell, he's creepy period. Would have been great!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Really good movie adventure for kids. Doesn't dumb down for kids. Gene Wilder is geat as Willy Wonka. A remake is very unnecessary but completed nonetheless. Curious to see what Johnny Depp will do with it.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Drug induced, but good.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

i loved willy wonka and gene wilder is great. im looking forward to depps interpertation. i believe he can pull it off.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

i loved willy wonka and gene wilder is great. im looking forward to depps interpertation. i believe he can pull it off.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

A surprisingly dull movie with cheesy special effects, dull story line with dumb songs. I enjoyed the Roald Dahl's book but for some reason I hated this. Not even Gene Wilder could save this one! Let's hope the new one with Johny Deep is way, way, way, way, way, way, way better!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Gene Wilder was good as Wonka, as so some of the people in the movie. The boat ride was kind of scary, but so was the "messenger" who talked to the kids who won the tickets. He looked creepy. The little oopa loomas looked crazy. One thing though, Charlie's grandparents...if they have been on that bed for years, I wondered about their bathroom habits. Ugh....

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I love this film! It's so magical, isn't Wonka World every child's dream? A fantastic adventure for a poor boy who proves that good morals and manners prevails. A warm hearted and colourful adventure, well worth a watch or two.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

"The snozberries taste like snozberries."

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

one of my favorite movies. a poor kid gets a little luck when he finds a candy bar that contains one of five golden tickets. he gets to go to the chocolate factory owned by Willy Wonka. Mischeif occurs when some of the kids get greedy and suffer the consequences. Gene wilder is both good and creepy as wonka. the movie had a nice ending. give it a try.

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I think that it was a brilliant movie who's purpose was to scare children into being good or not to be a fat kid or gum chewer. I think it has a good message but those oompa loompas freaked me out. Bad for fat children who dream of a chocolate factories because their fat asses'll get stuck in a pipe!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

I think that it was a brilliant movie who's purpose was to scare children into being good or not to be a fat kid or gum chewer. I think it has a good message but those oompa loompas freaked me out. Bad for fat children who dream of a chocolate factories because their fat asses'll get stuck in a pipe!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

I think that it was a brilliant movie who's purpose was to scare children into being good or not to be a fat kid or gum chewer. I think it has a good message but those oompa loompas freaked me out. Bad for fat children who dream of a chocolate factories because their fat asses'll get stuck in a pipe!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

One of the few movies that I love just as much now as I did when I was kid. When I was younger I was captivated by the candy and the mystery of the chocolate factory. As an adult I love this movie because it is absolutely hilarious, the songs are so nutty and memorable and because Gene Wilder was absolutely brilliant playing Willy Wonka. A timeless classic that will be cherished for years to come.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

The New Willy Wonka movie is going to star Johnny Depp!!!!!! Who better to play that part?!!!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This is such a creative movie, and who doesn't like a factory completely made of candy? The songs were good too! This is a fun movie and I like the whole golden ticket thing! I wish I could win the golden ticket

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An extremely entertaining little movie with a good moral point. Be good and just and everything will turn out okay. Filled with literally hundreds of subtle jokes, it simply begs to be watched over and over again. I keep hearing this theory that WONKA is evil, and I just can't see it. He is a bit eccentric, but in a cute and funny way. This was the only movie that Peter Ostrum, Charlie, ever made. The DVD version contains the best video commentary I have ever heard, with the first gathering of the child stars of the movie sitting down and watching the movie. Check it out.

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I loved the little "world of pure imagination" that was presented in this movie--definately good for kids. A little weird, but neat--I mean, the hysteria of the hunt for the tickets, the eccentric man in the purple tophat, and those bizarre little Oompa Loompas . . . it's out there, but it's meant to be. Lots of "moral of the story" moments, but you get a kind of relief when the bratty kid gets his/her come-uppance (especially that horrid Veruca brat, ugh!) Gotta watch this at least once.

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While not one of my favorites, its certainly a movie I always enjoyed. Gene Wilder was fantastic, his portrayal both eerie and fun. For those complaining about the creepiness and disgusting factor of the movie, I must remind them that this is based on a book by Roald Dahl. His writing was not all flowers and rainbows for children. He wrote odd, disturbing stories that are widely acclaimed. This movie was just staying true to the book. A fun, visual journey for the imagination.

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Gene Wilder was the only good thing about this movie, I thought he was very convincing as Willy Wonka. Otherwise the movie was so far out there and almost creepy at times. I thought it was totally disgusting how Charlie's family were all crowded on one bed...and felt so sorry for Charlie's mother who I imagine was the only one cleaning those old, nasty people who couldn't or wouldn't get off their lazy asses to clean themselves. Could you just imagine the smell in that house if it was reality? And give me a break with how phony Charlie was compared to all the other evil little brats in the movie. Totally horrific...

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Boring and tedious. Dahl was furious his book was butchered so badly and did not allow the sequel to be made. A good choice. The movie was bad and the numerous quotes from other authors works would have insulted me as well had it been my book.

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This isn't even out in backward old England but I'm sure it will be great. I mean it has Johnny Depp in it, what more do you want!

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a little to creepy and sinister for young kids. Especially that creepy LSD ridden ride on the boat through the tunnel. And Gene Wilder isn't the most appealing man. I don't know if i'd trust my kids with him, especially with those creepy oompa loopae running around...

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i grew up loving this book and this movie. i like the movie better than the book. what little kid wouldnt wana spend a day in a huge candy factory? i love gene wilder...he is such a good actor and so hot and amazing in this movie, and when he sings pure imagination in the big candy room is my favorite part. i love this movie. it will ALWAYS be a classic.

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Creepy, mean-spirited movie. The part where the fat girl is turned into a giant blueberry seems especially cruel.

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This movie scared me when I was little.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

So bizarre. Candy Man one of my alltime favorite songs. The tunnel scene is one of the scariest moments in all of film.

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When this comes on TV, the kids are glued to it. I have loved this story since my childhood.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

C'mon...who wouldn't love to explore a world made of candy?

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

It's so old and corny plus the acting is terrible! The book is so much better why make it into a film, what are the Dirctors obsessions, it ruins all decent books

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

A very good movie- the perfect movie version of Roald Dahl's popular book. A fine way of proving that if you have faith, your dreams can come true.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This movie is appropriate for all audiences, it is a strange and dull movie. The movie seems to be escapist, but the portryal of poor families shatters the escapism. Also, the acting is poor and the sets bland. Even worse, the sappy songs grate when compared to all of the great music that is out there. The movie could also use more humor.

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Watched this a few months ago for the first time in years and enjoyed it very much, but something was lost now that I am an adult. I guess you kind of get harder to impress when you get older. That being said, I would still highly recommend this to adults and especially children.

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I really really liked Willy Wonka and the chocolate factory when I was little and now when I watch it I'm doubled over with laughter. I recomend this to anyone with kids or just for your own enjoyment.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

It is a classic, but I think that everybody in the whole movie were annoying, and I don't enjoyit very much whenever I watch it. They show it too many times on TV.Summary: A CLASSIC IN WHICH EVERY CHARACTER IS ANNOYING.

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Okay, okay. I admit, I am of the age group that was a kid when this movie came out (and subsequently shown on TV once a year) so I loved it from childhood. But about 8 years ago, in my mid-20's, I saw it again and loved it. The songs all are great (excepting the one I never liked, "Cheer Up Charlie") and you simply have to admire Gene Wilder's awesome perforamce, all done with a knowing smile. The other kids are all quite memorable (especially in how they are dispatched). There is now a rock band called Veruca Salt. And on "Will & Grace" recently, they mentioned August Gloop. A classic!

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Exceptional movie with great acting by Gene Wilder. The whole concept is wonderful and it is a good way to get away from the real world and lose yourself in a world of imagination. If somehow you haven't already seen this movie purchase it immediately and see for yourself how terrific it is.

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Right around the time this movie was in the theatres, I got a summer job in Washington state, and a family took me in as their house guest. They had a spoiled brat daughter whose looks and behavior were so similar to Veruca Salt, that it was almost scary. If that movie didn't keep reminding me of her, I probably could have given it 5 stars.

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A classic movie. But the oompa loompa's scare me...ahh! the freaky green skin and stuff!

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Still one of my all time faves! I heard they want to remake it and I hope they NEVER do.

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The chocolate looked like tar throughout the whole movie.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Gene Wilder was GREAT in this movie. The actors were great.

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Without a doubt one of the greatest children's movies ever made. A very strange,charming and even dark movie. The musical numbers are incredibly catchy and the oompa-loompas are funny as all hell. Gene Wilder and his dry synical sense of humor in the role of Willy Wonka is great and makes the movie. A wonderful fantasy for the entire family. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

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This is one of the best classical movies of all time. The movie also has excellent morals for children of all ages, and Gene Wilder with his remarkable performance tops it all off.

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It's a great movie

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it was okay... it just made me want chocolate

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

good movie. Charlie gets the golden ticket and goes to the magnificent chocolate factory. Gene Wilder is wonderful as the eccentric Willy Wonka. Charlie goes there with his grandpa and four other kids and parents. the other kids are obnoxious brats and each suffer a fate that has to do with their most rotten fault. Violet the gumchewing kid eats gum and turns into a blueberry. Mike tv, gets zapped into a tiny self that would fit in a tv etc. The movie gets especially good when they go to the factory. A good fantasy movie.

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the colors make me queasy after awhile, but maybe that's just the whole candy theme

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Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory is an extremly well done movie, and it deserves so, so much credit. It was touching and funny, and it was just so, so good. Buy it today, and also Gene Wilder....you are such a great actor, and Jack Albertson was an excellent actor too.

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A masterpiece that's just a little too strange. It's just too freaky to get the 5th star.

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

A definate must-have if they put it out on dvd...I can remember being spooked by the scene in the tunnel where they're on the paddle boat...(I was just a wee one when it came out.) I'm in my 30's now and watch it with MY kids every chance I get, they love the Oompla-Loompas, watching Violet Beauregard blow up, and guessing the exact moment when the glass elevator will break through the ceiling. If you want to view paradise, simply look around and view it...

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One of the few movies from my childhood which I remember with such fondness. Everything that happens inside the factory is completely mesmerizing and leaves memories still vivid many years later. Teaches some good lessons to children but also delights them with the wonders within the factory. The cast is wonderful.

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One of my favorite all time movies. Many magical scenes (also many scenes that lead me to believe that Roald Dahl may have been hanging out with Lewis Carroll) I loved it as a kid, every wish fulfilled. The greedy Violet gets hers when she tries the new candy when she was told not to and turns into the huge blueberry "You're turning violet, Violet." The oompa loompas, Charlie and Grandpa so mesmerized by the entire factory. And the wise old Willy Wonka.

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"Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" is one of my all-time favorite movies. Roald Dahl was a genius when it came to understanding children, and this movie is the ideal combination of magic, mystery, adventure, and fun. Gene Wilder was magnificent as the eccentric Mr. Wonka, and the children who accompanied Charlie into the factory were an absolute riot. I'll never forget the scene where Augustus Gloop falls into the chocolate river and is sucked up into a pipe or the one where Violet Beauregarde turns into a giant blueberry and is rolled off to be de-juiced. In many ways, this movie is very scary for children, but that's part of what makes it so much fun. I make it a point to see this movie at least once a year.

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This is a better movie for adults than for children. I think it is a little too scary in some spots for kids. That being said, it is a great movie and a perfect adaptation of the novel, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. Gene Wilder is perfectly cast as Wonka and the collection of child actors is wonderful. It's kind of amazing, given the quality of their performances, that they were largely never heard from again.

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I watched it not that long ago and it seemed like there were a lot of weird scenes. Sometimes it is a little scary, like when Willy Wonka takes them through that dark tunnel and all these werid things are flashing by. There was even a quick shot of a chicken stuggling. It is pretty weird when you watch it now. You don't notice those things when you are a kid.

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Gene Wilder is one spooky dude in this film! Actually the whole thing is pretty frightening, right from the beginning when Charlie is with his four grandparents who all can't get out of the same bed (if memory serves right). Veruca Salt is one of the great annoying characters of all time, and the whole thing is captivating. It would get five stars if it weren't for the fact that it'll cause nightmares for 20% of the kids who see it.

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ODD!

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Warner Brothers Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

There is a child in all of us and this classic proves it. It remains my movie of choice on rainy weekends. I have never read the book but I know my imagination could not create the magnificant landscaping presented in this film. And there are songs galore that are easy to sing along to. Some scenes may be frightening to a small child -- I still close my eyes during the gondola ride!

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