Review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) by Tim O — 28 Jun 2014

Nostalgia may have a part in me liking this so much.

This review of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) was written by Tim O on 28 Jun 2014.

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

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