Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Oliver T — 18 May 2012

If the good lord had intended us to read books, he would'ent have invented movies.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Oliver T on 18 May 2012.

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

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