A Deliciously Good Movie

Rating: 10/10 (28 July 2005)

I must say that when I first saw the preview for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory I was QUITE skeptical. As one of my friends mentioned "It looked like it was being weird for the sake of being weird." However, I saw the movie last night and BOY was I wrong! It was nothing short of INCREDIBLE!!! Fans of the book will NOT be disappointed with Tim Burton's delightfully unique adaptation and fans of the original movie will not feel as though they've already sat through it before. To my surprise it was a completely different feel from the Gene Wilder version. It was, as are many Tim Burton films, like you were in a completely different world. The sets were superb and there was definitely a note of magic in the movie. The acting was nothing short of amazing. Johnny Depp is truly one of the most versatile and talented actors I have ever seen. He never reuses a persona but gives each one their own flare. He is positively eccentric (and hysterical) as Willy Wonka. Freddie Highmore is as cute as can be and easily lovable (as well as pitied) as the lucky Charlie Bucket. The other children are marvelous! I loved the little girl who played Violet! I also loved how they brought Mike TeeVee up to date (an obvious change due to advancements in technology!) Also, the chemistry between the whole of the Bucket family is astounding! All in all a deliciously good movie with tons of laughs and fun!!! Adults and children alike can enjoy it, beginning to end! So, if you want a night out with your friends, or family, don't hesitate to go straight to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!