Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Spencer H — 31 Jan 2016

I like Johnny Depp. But he really shouldn't have played Willy Wonka.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Spencer H on 31 Jan 2016.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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