Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Ella H — 25 May 2012

If only the remake had been half as good...

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Ella H on 25 May 2012.

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

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