Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Lisa H — 21 Aug 2012

I love this original! gene wilder is the perfect eccentric Willy....

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Lisa H on 21 Aug 2012.

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

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