Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Kevin M — 08 Feb 2013

One of my favorites as a kid and now revisiting it, I notice so much more. So funny. So magical.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Kevin M on 08 Feb 2013.

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

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