Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Schae N — 11 Sep 2012

I like this one way more then the newer one.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Schae N on 11 Sep 2012.

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

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