Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Attallah R — 21 Dec 2013

Why was this film made? No idea...

Johnny Depp is no Gene Wilder.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Attallah R on 21 Dec 2013.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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