Review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) by Scott G — 23 Apr 2013

Not a bad movie... Johnny Deep is fantastic as Willy Wonka. Definitely worth a watch.

This review of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) was written by Scott G on 23 Apr 2013.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has generally received positive reviews.

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