Way better then the original Highly recommended

Rating: 10/10 (24 July 2005)

Well.I've heard so many bad remarks about this movie.so I'm gunna say what i think. I've had the pleasure of reading the book and the displeasure of seeing the original. In my opinion this version totally out does the crappy Gene wilder version. the oompalompas actually all look alike,their not any freakish colors,there's no creepy tunnel scene.and not nearly as much singing *thank god* singing is OK but to much is a bad thing.and the songs they do have in this version are much much better.
This movie also tells things that the original doesn't.i mean jeez. It explains why willy is such a recluse,why he has no family.explains what happens after they get into the elevator.the original...it was like all that happens is they get in the elevator and thats that. I find this movie one of Burtons Best films yet. also compared to the last movie...this one is way more heartfelt.in my opinion anyways.... and plus johnny depp is a much better actor then gene wilder.