Too bad.... Way too bad...

Rating: 6/10 (21 July 2005)

What an utter disappointment. Great idea to remake this classic but after that they seemed to have ran out of good ideas. I really like Johnny Depp but his performance was disturbing at best. I never read the book but the musical seemed to understand the elements needed to carry a story. Gene Wilder knew how to portray this character as a bit of an eccentric and a lovable dreamer without you getting the creepy feeling. Depp seemed mentally disturbed and ready for a psychotic break (Michael Jackson influence can't be denied). Wilder's Wonka was disappointed in the character flaws in the children, Depp's Wonka seems to relish in their failures. The whole storyline with Dr. Wanka was a worthless endeavor. Too bad this movie will make millions before people realize how bad it is. The original (if I remember correctly) was not a box office success and has become a classic that has lasted and is beloved by new generations. This movie will be a box-office hit and will be forgotten six months after the DVD comes out. Sorry Johnny but you and Tim Burton blew this one big time.