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Having proven itself as a favourite film of children around the world, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is every bit as entertaining now as it was when originally released in 1971. There's a timeless appeal to Roald Dahl's classic children's novel, which was playfully preserved in this charming musical, from the colourful carnival-like splendour of its production design to the infectious melody of the "Oompah-Loompah" songs that punctuate the story. Who can forget those diminutive Oompah-loompah workers who recite rhyming parental warnings ("Oompah-loompah, doopity do...") whenever some mischievous child has disobeyed Willy Wonka's orders to remain orderly?
Oh, but we're getting ahead of ourselves ... it's really the story of the impoverished Charlie Bucket, who, along with four other kids and their parental guests, wins a coveted golden ticket to enter the fantastic realm of Wonka's mysterious confectionery. After the other kids have proven themselves to be irresponsible brats, it's Charlie who impresses Wonka and wins a reward beyond his wildest dreams. But before that, the tour of Wonka's factory provides a dazzling parade of delights, and with Gene Wilder giving a brilliant performance as the eccentric candyman, Wonka gains an edge of menace and madness that nicely counterbalances the movie's sentimental sweetness. It's that willingness to risk a darker tone--to show that even a wonderland like Wonka's can be a weird and dangerous place if you're a bad kid--that makes this an enduring family classic. --Jeff Shannon
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Pablo Leone
Format:Blu-ray
we all know how great this film is,but what's surprising is how stunning the blu ray looks!! Warner have done a great job in tidying up this great movie.the colours look stunning!reds,blues and purples which are used a lot in this film look sublime.granted,this film is nearly 40 years old so dont expect digital excellence,but its certainly the best ive ever seen it look.audio is fine and more front heavy.bonus material consists of a brilliant commentary track,by the child actors,all grown up, which is just as entertaining as the film.a brilliant making of which explains why the name of the film differs from the book.(Quaker the food company put the money up to make the film on the promise of promoting its new candy bar called a Wonka bar).A sing a long to 4 of the songs,vintage featurette and a theatrical trailer.Willy Wonka is probably my all time favourite family film,and seeing it in hi-def just makes it so much better.if you don't already own this,demand...I want it now!!!enjoy.
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory is one of the all time classic children's' films ever made and even after some 30 years since its original release, this version remains as fresh, as bright, as delightful and as exciting as ever.
It's the classic tale of the poor little boy who makes good when deprived Charlie Bucket finds one of only 5 golden tickets hidden inside bars of famous Wonka chocolate. The tickets give the winner entry for the day into the fabulous and top secret Wonka chocolate factory and to meet the even more famous inventor Willy Wonka. Charlie joins the other 4 finders of the golden tickets, a motley crew of horrible children of varying bad habits, for his wonderful day out in WonkaLand.
What I really like about the film is the trip around the factory is just a real visual delight around every corner with its madcap inventions, chocolate river, crazy machinery and absurd take on everyday life.
The other thing I really think the film does well is that it has an almost sinister side to it. Willy Wonka himself is not the friendly old uncle he seems at times, at moments he turns on the children and positively scares them to death. The Oompa Lumpas are also not the cuddly cute little men they first seem and I'm sure they have induced many a childhood nightmare. I think this element is good as it stops the film becomes to sickly sweet and keeps the action on edge.
I think the final word can be that I remember this film delighting me as a child and when my own children watched it recently they too were totally taken into the story and watched entraced for the duration.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Simon
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've always loved this film, ever since I was a child, so the film was always going to get full marks from me and now that I've watched it again on Bluray it definitely gets top marks and more from me.
The picture is simply put stunning, as is the audio.
In my opinion if you loved the film seeing it in SD and you now have a Bluray player and HD TV you should definitely buy this, you won't be disapointed!
The picture is simply put stunning, as is the audio.
In my opinion if you loved the film seeing it in SD and you now have a Bluray player and HD TV you should definitely buy this, you won't be disapointed!
28 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
This was one of my favourite films as a child and now, many years later, is a favourite of my own small children. The colour, imagery, songs and wicked humour stay in the mind long after watching. The moral content (if you are very rude/greedy/selfish etc.., you get your comeuppence in the end) is as relevant today as it's ever been. Even though the ending differs slightly from Roald Dahl's book - Charlie is not as faultless in the film, but redeems himself with his honesty - the story is as enjoyable and heartwarming as they get.
19 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By hippo
Format:DVD
Both the book and the movie are fantastic but there are differences naturally, even so, i think that the film stays close to the book fairly well making this movie simply fantastic.
No matter how many times it appears on T.V i'll always watch it. The songs are great (both from normal people and ompalumpas!), the scenery from Munich is beautiful and the actual chocolate factory brings to life the fantastic places and adventures that the book contains.
The actual character of Willie Wonka, is a great one anyway but to get Gene Wilder to play the part was a stroke of genius. Some argue that Wilder overdoes it and is a bit too crazy but Wilder has simply brought his own personal style to the role.
The children are as horrible as Dahl intended, ranging from Mike Teevee, the tele addict to spoilt brat Veruka Salt. To balance this we have the great Charlie who is still wholesome even in the face of extreme poverty.
All the family will love this DVD, the very fact that it is still a hit today, shows that it is a true classic!
No matter how many times it appears on T.V i'll always watch it. The songs are great (both from normal people and ompalumpas!), the scenery from Munich is beautiful and the actual chocolate factory brings to life the fantastic places and adventures that the book contains.
The actual character of Willie Wonka, is a great one anyway but to get Gene Wilder to play the part was a stroke of genius. Some argue that Wilder overdoes it and is a bit too crazy but Wilder has simply brought his own personal style to the role.
The children are as horrible as Dahl intended, ranging from Mike Teevee, the tele addict to spoilt brat Veruka Salt. To balance this we have the great Charlie who is still wholesome even in the face of extreme poverty.
All the family will love this DVD, the very fact that it is still a hit today, shows that it is a true classic!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By BritishBeef
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
This film is such a timeless classic. I never tire of it. The thing that blew me away with the blu-ray version is the fantastic image quality. The colours really pop. Fantastic Blu-ray transfer that everyone should own. Far better than the Johnny Depp re-make too.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Schnauser
Format:Blu-ray
Seeing new films on Blu Ray usually highlights how crisp the CGI effects are in HD, along with production values expected of modern movies which one is used to in 21st century cinema.
For me, the real beauty of Blu Ray is seeing old films transferred from a meticulously cleaned up original print and thus, all the details and richness of colour which you otherwise couldn't see unless you step into a time machine and travel back to the year the film was showing in a cinema.
In short, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory looks absolutely gorgeous on Blu Ray and is highly recommended if you are a fan of the film. The documentary extras are worth a watch - unfortunately the "where are they now?" style documentary which accompanied the HD-DVD version of the film isn't here, but the making of films are great with some lovely on-set footage.
For me, the real beauty of Blu Ray is seeing old films transferred from a meticulously cleaned up original print and thus, all the details and richness of colour which you otherwise couldn't see unless you step into a time machine and travel back to the year the film was showing in a cinema.
In short, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory looks absolutely gorgeous on Blu Ray and is highly recommended if you are a fan of the film. The documentary extras are worth a watch - unfortunately the "where are they now?" style documentary which accompanied the HD-DVD version of the film isn't here, but the making of films are great with some lovely on-set footage.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Memories
Arrived on time as stated by the seller. I haven't actually watched the film yet but it's a classic that i needed to add to my collection.
Published 5 days ago by Mrs C
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic
This is an all round family movie.
The new version is still not as good as the original.
Wilder's performance first class!
The new version is still not as good as the original.
Wilder's performance first class!
Published 8 days ago by d campbell
5.0 out of 5 stars
CLASIC fILM
THIS IS PROBABLY THE BEST FILM REPRESWENTATION YOU WILL EVER SEE THE ACTORS AND LAYOUT GIVE PURE DELIGHT TO A GREAT PIECE OF CHILDRENS FANTASY STORY TIME
Published 13 days ago by MR J L HAYHOW of JEZarts
5.0 out of 5 stars
vhs
Bought for a family member as a gift, they are more than happy with the purchase and had no complaints.
Published 18 days ago by julia c
5.0 out of 5 stars
just the best
my 9 yr old loves this dvd better then the new version she watches it over and over this is the second one i had to replace the first as it was worn out def recomend
Published 21 days ago by wendy kilburn
5.0 out of 5 stars
wonderful film, a timeless classic
great on Blu Ray, it is a classic film, plenty of entertainment for all the family, a feel good movie, even though it was made in 1971 it has never lost its charm. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jay
5.0 out of 5 stars
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Bought this DVD to watch with our granddaughter and not only did she love but we loved it. A really good film
Published 2 months ago by Marilyn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic
Three generations entertained by this film all prefer this one to the darker Johnny Depp version although I can't fault Johnny Depps version it's just for an older audience.
Published 2 months ago by targaspirit
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
My kids rate this film over the Tim Burton remake & as much as I love Johnny Depp & Tim Burton (both for entirely different reasons) I agree with them.
Well worth the money.
Well worth the money.
Published 2 months ago by Shar
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just love it!
I much prefer this to the more modern version. Excellent
I feel it is more of the book and the characters...just love it!
I feel it is more of the book and the characters...just love it!
Published 2 months ago by Nationwide
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