Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Richard K — 08 Jul 2012

No contest between this version, which rocks, and the 2005 disaster of a remake.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Richard K on 08 Jul 2012.

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

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