Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Daniel F — 14 Jul 2013

Daniel's Review: 8 out of 10(80%).

A fine remake but Jonny Depp will never be Gene Wilder.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Daniel F on 14 Jul 2013.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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