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Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Rip V — 08 Aug 2012

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My favorite movie of all time. a total fantasy of sheer delight. Gene Wilder was so perfect as Will Wonka. The chocolate river, the edible wallpaper..is all sooo good.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Rip V on 08 Aug 2012.

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

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