Wonderful adaptation of the book!

Rating: 9/10 (15 July 2005)

Though I loved the 19070's Willy Wonka I equally enjoyed Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I found it to be silly, sweet and a touch menacing (just like the 1970's adaptation). Depp's portrayal of Willy Wonka was original and quirky and the Oompa Loompa's were very funny. This movie is acceptable for kids to see in the same way the Gene Wilder's film was acceptable. It's wonderfully, gleefully, wickedly entertaining.
This film was NOT a remake of Willy Wonka but rather an adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. To compare it to the Gene Wilder film does both of the movies an injustice. Open your mind when you see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and you will definitely enjoy it. Let the art and fun just flow over you.