Quite good!

Rating: 8/10 (28 January 2006)

I will admit, that I was expecting a dark, dark film by Tim Burton, but was a little disappointed, and at the same time happy since it is a kid's movie, that it wasn't. Johnny Depp was outstanding, as always, and there were times when I found I had to remind myself that it was actually him, because he is so believable in every character that he portrays. I also don't think, I've ever seen a bad Depp film, and this one is included.
Based on the novel, and the original film, "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" with Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka, Johnny Depp now takes the lead in this quirky, unusual type family film. I was impressed with everyone involved with the film, especially the little girl that played Verusa. She was outstanding, and what I think I was most impressed with more than anything else, was how much like they were able to get two of the children to look just like two of the original children in the previous film.
It was funny, and there were a few very touching scenes. I was obviously very impressed with Johnny Depp's performance, but then, when am I not? It was a great watch, and I recommend it to kids and adults of all ages, there is nothing in the film to be offended by, and even adults will enjoy it.