One of the best movies

Rating: 10/10 (15 July 2005)

This movie far exceeded any expectations I had about it. Since it's been a while since I read the book, I don't know how closely it follows, but it was laughter left and right. Johnny Depp's portrayal of chocolateer Willy Wonka was one of his best performances to date, his voice, his expressions, his general stature just added to the movie. Freddie Highmore was spot on as Charlie, and Christopher Lee was wonderful as Willy's dentist father. Christopher Lee is just meant to play the more evil characters. Deep Roy was hilarious in his role as the Oompa Loompas, who I love more than the other ones. Burton's use of flashback was also quite wonderful, and something deeply missed in the original.
The camera work in this was highly entertaining, and the set was just amazing. The colours used provided more than enough visual stimulant, and really brought out the characters.
However, when Willy and the gang were in the glass elevator (visiting the burn center and the like), I almost thought for a moment that I was watching Hitchhikers Guide again! It was like the planet workroom scene in H2G2.
All in all, this movie is definitely worth the money spent, and should be seen over and over again. I guarantee almost constant laughs.