Maybe my 2nd favorite Depp movie! (next to POTC)

Rating: Null/10 (10 September 2005)

I went to this movie thinking I'd just be logging in another in my list of Depp movies. I disliked the 1971 version so much; I was almost dreading this one. Nevertheless I went, as all good Depp fans would, knowing that at least Johnny's performance would be great as usual.
I was pleasantly surprised! This film definitely exceeded my expectations! Now I can finally say that I DO like the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! This movie was excellent. The story was much better than in the first movie. The music was great (Danny Elfman always does a good job). The scenery wonderful! And the actors... what an improvement!
For me it was no surprise that the best part would be Johnny Depp's WONKA! He was amazing. There is nothing this actor can't do!!! Almost single-handedly he transformed a story that I could not stand (the 1971 version) into what just might be my second favorite movie (second to Pirates of the Caribbean).
Thank you Johnny! (and Tim, and the cast and crew, etc.)