Good-looking, creative insanity!

Rating: 9/10 (24 July 2005)

I went to watch this film last Thursday, and I admit having high expectations seeing that the trailer very enjoyable (The Willy Wonka song!). But what I saw was far beyond my highest expectations. This film is quite simple to describe: Good-looking, creative insanity.
I was expecting to see something quite funny, although I'm not the biggest fan of comedies. I can happily say that a smile was plastered on my face for more than an hour and I couldn't stop laughing during that period of time either. Believe me, I wasn't by far the only one either. According to me, the main source of laughter was the German boy, Violet's mother (Warning, stereotype!) and of course Willy Wonka. I have never seen such insane jokes in a film before (The cannibal comment, hair cream comment, etc.).
The songs were funny and enjoyable too, although I wasn't fond of Vecura Salt's song. To be honest, I thought it was getting annoying, and luckily enough there wasn't another long Oompa Loompa song following it.
Of course, the whole scenery in this film is probably its greatest pro. Colorful and most of it non-CG, everyone has to agree it's fantastically done, even if you don't like the film itself.
Yes, it has to be mentioned: Johhny Depp. He put down an incredibly charming character and a great presentation of acting. Probably one of his best roles in his whole filmography. Put aside the good looks and his fan base, this man knows how to act.
The why not give it a 10/10? I didn't enjoy the ending. But in general, this film should be a pleasure for young and old, and a must-see for its scenery. Mind to zero and enjoy!