Tonight the children and I watched the 2005 version of Charlie and the Chocolate factory. It is the first time I have seen it but the children have all seen it before.
Although many people I have spoken with about this movie didn't like it, I actually enjoyed it. I found the Oompa-Loompas very entertaining and actually prefered Johnny Depp as Willy to Gene Wilder.
A great family movie.
Therese
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7 comments:
We love this film too!
We prefer the Johnny Depp version too. I finally liked Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! LOL! Gene Wilder used to scare me.
You're doing a great job at home with the younger ones, Therese. This is a special time for them too, while the older kids enjoy WYD week.
lol pfp, I was scared of Gene Wilder too when I was younger. He was just so creepy. I wonder if the people that don't like Johnny Depp are people that have read the book. Maybe I should try reading it.
i guess i'm in the minority here - usually am - I'm the other way around. I felt the Depp portrayal wasnt' as true to character. I loved Wilder's subtle sarcasm as well.
I just really don't like it when they make re-makes - they tend to modernize a lot which spoils the story. not referring to this movie but just in general.
See, i told i'm in the minority
I LOVE this version, too. I still like the Gene Wilder version.
I try to keep them separate in my head. Sort of like keeping the Lord of the Rings books separate from the movies. They all have their own good qualities.
Regan
I loved the Depp version, but I prefer the Wilder version.
I love Johnny Depp. He's a great actor and always seems to really get into character. His version of Willie Wonka was a bit creepy, but what can you expect from a Tim Burton film?
I'd watch either version any day. The updated Oompa Loompa guy was pretty good. Better than the painted guys in the old movie.
Yep, Johhny Depp gets my vote too!
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