Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Steve H — 18 Dec 2012

Tim Burton killed this movie, as well as Alice in Wonderland.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Steve H on 18 Dec 2012.

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

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