Just does not hold up to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

Rating: 1/10 (10 November 2005)

This movie was simply awful. Willy Wonka lacked the warmth, humor and wit that was shown by Gene Wilder in the original. The use of one person as the Oompa loompas comes off as cheap production, whether it was or not. The changes made, even subtle ones such as the order or events between Charlie finding the money and getting the last ticket and the introduction of the elevator just seem off. One of the most memorable moments is left out, which is the fizzy drink that makes Charlie and Uncle Joe float around.
The oompa loompa sequences are horrible, the main characters fail to connect with the viewer as they did in the original.. I could go on and on but will just end by saying....
This movie is proof that new technology, different actors, producers and directors do not always equal a better experience.
Save your time and your money... buy and watch the original. My 5 year only daughter even prefers it over the new.