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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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4 of 4 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!
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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 17 days ago by jay
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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 1 month ago by Marilyn
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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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago by Nationwide
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant - my daughter Emma Newton loved it
I would recommend this product as a fantastic family DVD. It made you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.We bought as my daughter is acting part of it in a show. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Maria Newton
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
arrived on time... *happy kid...arrived on time... happy kid...arrived on time... happy kid...arrived on time... happy kid...arrived on time... happy kid...
Published 1 month ago by moh-amazon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bonkers but brill!
It's aged quite badly but it's still a good adaptation of the book... kids seem to love it and that's what matters!
Published 2 months ago by chuckpole
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willy wonka & chocolate factory dvd 1971
it is my best child hood family film i watch it over & over my kids love it 2 who woud'nt
Published 2 months ago by Carol Ann Davies
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) [DVD]
I love this dvd as much as the first time i saw the movie. Both adults and kids alike will love this has it has a beautiful story line with great acting. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mark Robinson
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