Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Maggie M — 14 Aug 2012

Gene Wilder is a lunatic and this movie thrives because of it.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Maggie M on 14 Aug 2012.

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory has generally received very positive reviews.

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