Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Chris R — 06 Nov 2014

Was liking it then it went downhill so fast I switched it over.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Chris R on 06 Nov 2014.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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