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Movie Review: Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

I'm going to cut to the chase - I loved this movie! From the moment the credits rolled, I was totally captivated. Johnny Depp is creepily wonderful as Willy Wonka and the Oompa Loompa's are incredible (all played by the same versatile actor). The sets are magnificent and Christopher Lee adds that extra sparkle. The film is magical as well as funny...and I can't wait for it to come out (legally) on DVD!

Any criticisms I have are minor - such as the ending which doesn't seem very Roald Dahlish...and the absence of the lovely Oompa Loompa song from the Gene Wilder film, that I would have liked to have heard again here. Other than that, I can't fault the film and as a result, I am awarding it my very first top rating. Thats' right - five Claudy's!!

Go see this movie, take your kids and have a great time. I don't think it deserves a PG rating -this being based on the fact that both Michal (5) and Tali (6) thoroughly enjoyed it (Dana has just gone with Dassi).

My Rating

5/5 Wonderful!
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The Scribbler said…
Thank you Sir. I am most honoured and thank you Rachael for recommending my site.

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Tuesday, 16 August, 2005
I'm not even supposed to be here today said…
I will put that flick on my "to-watch" list! Maybe we'll go tonight!
Tuesday, 16 August, 2005
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