a unique vision

Rating: 9/10 (25 May 2009)

Great job by Tim Burton. This is definitely different from the original film and also different from the original book. But kudos here for a unique vision.
The acting is fantastic, especially Johnny Depp, Helena Carter, and AnnaSophia Robb. One gets the feeling that Johnny Depp studied Michael Jackson when transforming himself into this quirky character. His facial expressions and funny comments are priceless.
The chocolate factory is wonderful. Amazing special effects, colors and style. The combination of Tim Burton's vision and the Art Department's attention to detail results in an amazing world that we would all love to be in.
I still do really like the original with Gene Wilder and also the book, but this is an excellent movie in its own way. It's well worth the price of adding the DVD to your collection.