Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Kaitlyn S — 30 Dec 2012

I'm probably one of the few who prefers the remake to the original.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Kaitlyn S on 30 Dec 2012.

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

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