Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Conway Z — 13 May 2013

Better than the 1971 version. Film director Tim Burton makes it look realistic.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Conway Z on 13 May 2013.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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