I just saw this and liked it more than I thought I would. I'm not a huge fan of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." In fact, it took me over 30 years to finally see it; I'd avoided it all that time. I could never get through the first scene with all the grandparents in one bed. In "Willy Wonka" it creeped me out, but in "Charlie" it did not.
The Oompa Loompas were truly bizarre; they totally freaked out a friend of mine. I did enjoy all their musical numbers, though.
I'd heard that Johnny Depp wasn't very good. I disagree; I thought he was fine, though it's not one of his best performances.
It is decidedly a Tim Burton film, with all the darkness and weirdness that he brings.
I saw it with adults and kids. The kids all loved it; the adults were split.
Throughout the movie, I kept thinking what a great ride it will make someday at a huge theme park. Mark my words, there will be a "Charile and The Chocolate Factory" ride somewhere.
Reading is freedom.
The mind soars, no earthly cares,
no limitations.
A Maggers Haiku, 2005
Years ago my mother used to say to me... "In this world, Elwood, you can be oh so smart or oh so pleasant."
Well, for years I was smart.
I recommend pleasant.
You may quote me.
Elwood P. Dowd