10 Things You Didn't Know About Charlie and the ChocolateFactory

[@pixietwitch]

The thing in this movie that made me laugh the hardest, and I never hear anybody talk about, is their introduction to Willy Wonka... the stage display with the dolls that catch fire and melt in such a horrific way. Folks... Tim Burton killed Disney's It's A Small World!!! He literally killed it with fire!

[@pixietwitch]

@an intruder. Shrek definitely went after Disney with no mercy. But come on... Wonka lit it on fire!

[@jeromebrookter1743]

I agree.. That scene was very funny 😄

[@aprilmorris4588]

I had the exact same thoughts.

[@krob2445]

Totally agree

[@AshXXMayftw]

I love both versions, but for different reasons. The original felt like you had entered into a magical world of sweets and surprises, with Wonka being your tour guide throughout. It was fun and whimsical, though I did find the treatment of the kids pretty cruel. Unlike in the 2005 version they weren't really that terrible, just bratty. So when the possibility of them dying is brought up it feels pretty unwarranted. As for the 2005 version, I liked that they gave Wonka a backstory as to why he is the way he is, and Depp was amazing in the role; really bring the character's more eccentric personality to life. All the actors were great, actually, especially the boy who played Charlie. The overall tone was rather unsettling, especially after entering the factory. It felt like there was something darker happening without feeling too overbearing. Even the musical numbers contributed to this, which I also found really catchy. Possibly the best improvement they made though was making the kids completely unlikeable. That made their punishments all the more satisfying and far less unsettling like in the original. To boil it down, the original felt more like a traditional fantasy story, while Charlie and the Chocolate Factory felt like a somewhat more twisted version of that same fantasy.

[@starlady98]

I enjoy Willy Wonka as a movie unto itself. I enjoy Charlie & the Chocolate Factory because it follows the book so closely. Of the two, it is the more faithful book adaptation.

[@FlanylShirtman]

Deep Roy was epic in this movie. He put in more effort into his role(s) than anyone else in this movie.

[@CinHotlanta]

SO true - he performed every Oompa Loompa role we see and they composited them all together. I can't imagine how long that would have taken, not to mention the precision needed to make sure they are all exactly on time.

[@k.ottophillips4303]

I think I read that Tim Burton gave up some of his own pay for the movie fo give to Deep Roy because Roy put his all into it and insisted on doing several takes so that each Oompa Loompa was an individual, and not just a series of perfectly coordinated clones.

[@didgya]

His behind the scenes part on the DVD was pretty cool.

[@LadyOnikara]

He was absolutely fabulous!

[@philleotardo6453]

He’s great in Eastbound & Down as well

[@smittysmeee]

What I like most about this channel is that when I watch Minty's videos about movies I really didn't like, I always somehow come away with an appreciation for them. That's a refreshing perspective, especially these days when slight dislike of a thing = blind hatred for said thing and also blind hatred for everyone who likes the thing you didn't like and their families.

[@davidpumpkinsjr.5108]

When Roald Dahl died, the first chapter of a third Charlie & Wonka book was found in his office.

[@sarahsims6164]

I heard about that, it was originally gonna have the main characters meet the President of the United States; I think they have it on display somewhere.

[@alexapproach]

The problem is that the character of Willie Wonka doesn't really work outside of the chocolate factory.

[@darthmong7196]

He had an office? I thought it was a shed at the bottom of his garden.

[@AndrewVonGregor]

You provide such tremendous intricacy and details regarding all of our favorite films; a care and diligence to the art form that I’ve never seen anywhere else. Likewise, you present and narrate your videos in such a uniquely warm and forthright style. It’s obvious how very much time and work you put into what you do. I sincerely appreciate you and your fine, fun, and informative ‘tell all’ videos, Mr. Bishop. Thank you kindly and do keep up the great work!

[@devodavis6747]

Minty makes me want to go watch almost every film he talks about, whether I've seen it 50 times or not even once. I'm currently running about 60-70% on just HAVING to go find and look at scenes or a trailer after a MCA upload.

[@SpaceJockeyLV223]

Indeed, I really enjoy Minty's videos too. He does a great job. A big thanks from me as well!

[@itskitty808]

I mean, Minty, likes to presents the facts information on his videos as thought he were our warm, friendly, yet nerdy best friend.

[@wendyg1059]

I absolutely LOVE it! I also love the original adaptation. This is a quintessential Tim Burton film, though. If you rolled every film Tim Burton made into one, you'd have Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I think the problem is, like you said, people grew up with the Gene Wilder version, so they already went into this experience with prejudice. Seeing the film as its own, stand-alone adaptation of the book frees you to absorb it independently. This is a great film. I absolutely LOVE it!

[@MountainDewComacho494]

This Willie Wonka is a lot more like the book. Yes, Willie Wonka is that weird in the book.

[@itskitty808]

Tbh, I like both movie versions of Willy Wonka, but I like Johnny Depp's version better. His version isn't a bit of dark psychopath lol

[@jason666king]

Except in the book (which has illustrations), he looks nothing like Johnny Depp. Pretty much the complete opposite, lol.

[@joedirt6609]

Never read the book and if the book wonka is like the depp version I dont think I'll ever read the book

[@pauleaster5832]

@@joedirt6609 it isn’t.

[@DugTrouble]

Now I can't unsee Freddy Mercury as Willy. Thanks for that.

[@mimimonster]

Freddy Mercury would’ve been wayyy better 😂

[@ryanavery8174]

Molly Anthony even if he was alive in 2005 he wouldn't of wanted to do it as he said he was not an actor

[@daniellemusella1594]

@@ryanavery8174 I like to think that, if there were any movie role he would've considered, it would've been the one that famously went to David Bowie: King Jareth in 1986's "Labyrinth". Jim Henson said that, when crafting the story, he thought hiring a contemporary rock star to play the goblin king would be a good idea. Two other singers mentioned were Sting and Michael Jackson, and I've always wondered if Jim ever considered Freddie, too. If nothing else, I think he would've enjoyed wearing those awesome costumes.

[@ryanavery8174]

Danielle Musella I could see him as the goblin king but then again he never wanted to be an actor

[@alexsolimani]

Seriously same! LMFAOOO!

[@wstine79]

"Let's see what the damage is. A lollypop. It should be called 'Cavities on a Stick."

[@round105]

"Caramel......it gets stuck on your braces"

[@Dr-Weird]

And all this.....All this CHOCOLATE!

[@wstine79]

@@Dr-Weird "Just last week I was reading an article in a very important medical journal that there are children who are allergic to chocolate."

[@FatalArcana]

@@wstine79 "Maybe I'm not allergic, I could try a piece"

[@ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣΗΣΖΥΓΟΥΝΑΣ]

@@FatalArcana Really? but why take a chance?

[@ingridfong-daley5899]

I'm guessing that using the Danny Elfman score was prohibitively expensive to use, but the combination of his score with Tim Burton's visual design in this film was maybe my favourite part of all. It's eye and ear candy in the best way. :)

[@travismiles5885]

Can you please do a 10 things on "Crossroads", the one with Ralph Macchio, not Britney Spears.

[@allendean9807]

I’m just wondering if the time highmore spent in the chocolate factory turned him into Norman Bates....

[@brandonpage7087]

😂😂😂 I'm shocked that Minty didn't mention that role, in this video.

[@animechic420]

I honestly don’t understand what people have against the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. It was just as good as the original, especially the real sweets. 😋

[@rangopistacho6928]

its also completely accurate to the original story and the willy wonka film that was made during the 20th century was so innacurate that the writer of hte book actively hated on it

[@kidswonderstories4144]

I actually am rethinking if I like it’s more then 1971 but I haven’t seen it in a long t8me but finally I was able to watch willy wonka and the chocolate factory on dvd I hope I’ll get Charlie and the chocolate factory

[@michaelmyers7064]

No it is not just as good as the original

[@animechic420]

@@michaelmyers7064 that’s my opinion. I liked all three of the Wonka movies.

[@crazydrummer181]

I agree. I love the original but this one is great too

[@ashhunt8510]

Can you do a things you didn't know about Corpse Bride? 👉👈

[@ImpendingJoker]

In the sequel to the book "The Great Glass Elevator", they go to space and see vermiscious knids, experiment with an anti-aging formula, and visit the place where souls exist before they are born. It is a seriously trippy ride.

[@ariaalexandria3324]

The sequel to 101 Dalmatians also has them go to space.

[@KasumiKenshirou]

I heard Dahl forbid anyone adapting that book because he disliked the Willy Wonka movie so much.

[@thepeacockmaster]

I have a strange feeling that the reason why “Charlie” is in the title, is because it lures fans of the book to the movie. I’m a huge fan of the book and noticed a whole lot of similarities to the movie and book.

[@timothyneiswander3151]

Wonka was in the title of the previous movie title purely to sell candy.

[@oxo8461]

Charlie is a character who exists to show what the others are like. Willy gets a flashback after Charlie asks a specific question (except with the one when Mike said the last thing of his father said before he disappeared). We learn more about Willy Wonka before he appears in front of the children because Charlie listens to his grandfather's memories. Many people said that Charlie is a bland character in this movie. But in all honesty, I behaved like him when I was a child, because my parents taught me to share and to be kind and polite. So when people said that he doesn't behave like a child, well I disagree. Moreover, he comes from a really poor family. It wouldn't make sense if he was a brat whereas he was raised by a financially struggling yet kind family. If Charlie had many screen time IN the factory, it would have felt like he thought he was special like the four other kids. Charlie is humble and thinks of the people he loves first. We can see it all the time in the movie. I personally think that if Charlie wasn't like that, then we wouldn't feel happy when the brats and their parents get punished. We wouldn't feel the love between the Buckets. Even between Willy and his father ! Willy taught a lesson to the brats and their parents about their nasty attitude. But Charlie taught Willy that family is important, that the chocolatier was a bit of a brat himself by not avoiding his father all this time. Then again, the guy took off with the whole house... I agree Dr. Wonka sucks at showing his love for his son... But Willy struggle with emotions like him. Like father, like son !

[@deadlyfaster7347]

It's funny because parts of this movie is actually more closer to original book

[@ITSAHARDNUGLIFE]

My favorite had to be the scene with Prince Pondercherry, well and when they knock dear old dad into the garbage chute lol

[@timothyneiswander3151]

that was intentional

[@matthewronsson]

more closer

[@jonathansmith8672]

Even the river boat resembling a pink viking boat, just like in the book. And how the Oompa Loompa song lyrics are similar to that of the lyrics in the book version. :)

[@jeremyriley1238]

@@timothyneiswander3151 Yeah, because Ronald Dahl hated the original film due to how far it strayed from the book.

[@DanielIXVIMCMLXXXI]

I think Tim Curry would have made an outstanding Willy wonka.

[@thomasparisithinkhub]

Veruca Salt looked like Tim Curry to me....lol

[@unnamedchannel1237]

I thought his name was Bill Murray , I been calling him the wrong thing this entire time lol

[@sglenny001]

I think Willy Wonka better Aka Gene Wilder

[@abellewis3062]

No he wouldn’t.

[@k.ottophillips4303]

I find it funny that the 1971 version has a much brighter color palette to it than the 2005 version, but as a film, the 1971 version seems considerably darker still.

[@bretttobin9632]

The boat ride scene in the original scared the hell out of me as a child.

[@brandonpage7087]

Yes, the 1971 version is darker, & Roald Dahl's novels were known for being a bit dark & scary.

[@k.ottophillips4303]

@@bretttobin9632 You're not the first person I've heard say that. And the little tune Gene Wilder sings makes it even freakier.

[@Wild1995]

Excellent observation. I agree

[@GlitterGothBunny]

Agreed. Wonka seems more disturbed in the original. Like that nice neighbor guy that just flips one day and runs someone down with his car

[@MrHeadbanger366]

I like Johnny Depp and I like Gene Wilder. I've seen both in many different different movies. In this case, I go with Wilder every time. I can't help wondering what was lurking under there. I agree that giving Depp a backstory took away the air of mystery that Wilder had.

[@saltymisfit6566]

My wife and I enjoy both. However, she's particular to the original while I like the retelling. I think that's the way it goes for most fans. You can enjoy both, but may have a special affinity for one over another

[@littleboo2002]

I always loved the 2005 one...yes I might be a little bias because I love Depp, Burton, and Elfman. But there have been a couple Johnny films I cannot watch and will never pretend to love. I do also love the 1971 version too. It's crazy that you are not allowed to love both. I do enjoy the 2005 being closer to the book. As well as love more songs in 2005 than in 1971. So many people say that the songs in 2005 were terrible and not memorable...but when you think about it the Oompa Loompa songs from 1971 were "Oompa Loompa doopa dee dooo" of course they are easy to remember. I still listen to the 2005 soundtrack. I love that the songs pulled lyrics from the book and were each very different. I love that Tim and Johnny would carry the book the set so they could reference it. I can see what you mean about how Johnny played Wonka extremely weird and unsociable...yes, they showed him being weird prior to locking up the factory, but he got even weirder as time went on...he locked himself up with Oompa Loompas for many years...I can understand...we had people going fucking nuts after being in covid lockdown starting on day 1 and now over a year...I see the weird shit everyone has been posting. So him being this weird is not a stretch...at least anymore.

[@RosebudKane41]

Of course you’re allowed to like both! Life is too short to go by what others dictate is good or not in film and media, like what movies YOU like and never apologize for it!

[@littleboo2002]

@@RosebudKane41 exactly. My thought has always been, I whatever movies I enjoy does not affect you. I always like hearing why people enjoy films I personally don't like. It doesn't affect me if someone enjoys I film I don't. And it doesn't affect them what films I enjoy.

[@paranormallook8357]

"Mr. Fawlty, if the good lord wanted us to worry, he'd give us something to worry about" "He has; My wife"

[@sid2112]

A man of culture I see.

[@paranormallook8357]

@@sid2112 Truly

[@MCastleberry1980]

I desperately want a Wizard of Oz movie that has the creepy vibe of the book. "Return to Oz" was one of my favorite movies as a kid, and the scary parts are a huge reason for it.

[@dvt1393]

I seriously can't believe that Amazon or Netflix or one of the other massive streaming services hasn't scooped up the rights to Wizard of Oz for an actual television show. The lore is so rich, and the theatrical movies have barely touched on any of it, and have come close to introducing all of the characters. A series, with each season dedicated to one book would be great. Even if they are only 10 - 12 episodes.

[@MrEnergee1987]

This movie came out in 2005, the same year as underrated classic “Sky High”

[@jonplaud]

Sky High was actually really good. Only saw it because of Kurt Russel.

[@raiyaniqbal1994]

Along with Batman Begins.

[@JoeBobTarheel]

Sky High is a better film than Charlie!

[@ricHard.18]

I loved sky high!

[@smonysmony]

@@JoeBobTarheel so true

[@Froggievilleus]

The thought of Christopher Walken as Willy Wonka is all sorts of amazing and needs to happen.

[@lindsaychurch8749]

Definitely should have happened. But its a little late for that now. Walken is very much not a spring chicken anymore. I enjoy Depp's performance, but Christopher walken would have definitely been a bit more interesting

[@SPFLDAngler]

He's way too old now.. even 10 years ago he'd still have been too old. I think people don't keep up with actors unless they are constantly in films. Walken passed his limit like 15 years ago or so. The image of walken that everyone has in their minds is the 80s/90s version. Take a look at him over the last 5 years until now. He's in no condition to play anything except an old man character. It would have been really cool though. Should have gotten him instead of Depp. The whole Burton, his ex-wife Helena, and Depp trio for every Burton directed film got old and stale after around the 3rd time.

[@djassassinuk]

Yeah, he's getting on a bit now. I've not seen him in anything since Kill The Irishmen and he was looking old then.

[@pOOL_pANTS]

i could see that!

[@nsasupporter7557]

So Gene Wilder was the Ultimate critic lol 😂

[@reptilianapplesalesman5479]

I have nothing bad to say about Dr. Shaun Murphy! Freddie Highmore is an excellent actor

[@hgfxjnn]

The Rock: "Can you smellllll what the Willy is cooking" 👀

[@captainmarvelous1221]

😂😂😂😂

[@martyburgess341]

A shout out to Australia's own Noah Taylor for playing Charlie's father!

[@ianhydon1114]

Great Missenden in Buckinghamshire, England has a Roald Dahl Museum. Roald lived at the village until his death in 1990 and some of his family continue to do so. The museum for all things Roald Dahl has a smaller version of the Willie Wonka gates as well as an entrance. Originally the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory director Tim Burton had offered the museum the actual Willie Wonka Chocolate factory gates but these were to big for the location of the museum set in the Great Missenden high street.

[@stephensupernor4481]

I absolutely love Tim Burton!! And this movie is no exception!

[@brianoneil9662]

One thing I DO know. This Willie Wonka creeped me out more as an adult than Gene Wilder did as a child. Without saying a word.

[@ankida]

One of my nieces(10 now) is freaked out by Depp in it and the oompas 🤣 I love both. She said it it’s the wig lol She tried doing an oompa cosplay and freaked herself out. I was laughing

[@robd1329]

I have yet to see this Johnny Depp movie. It looked creepy

[@FreulerAZ]

This video was as satisfying as a creamy Wonka bar. Your analysis clearly expressed many of my own feelings about the old vs. new versions. And we can spot a Tim Burton movie from space! Question: What do you think about a Tim Burton reimagining of The Wizard Of Oz? (waiting for your head to 💥✨💥🤯) Love your channel!

[@billtell5012]

I love the "Candyland" shirt you have on!!!! I want it.

[@stargirlnextdoor]

I loved Johnny depp's version. His humor and he was stand offish with the kids was funny. The backstory explained his weirdness very well.

[@mvmontaner]

I agree 💯, I really liked the movie.

[@katieandkevinsears7724]

Depp was the highlight of the movie. The rest of it was disappointing compared to the Gene Wilder classic.

[@tkps]

Totally agree. As a non American if they insisted on having one as the lead you can't do better than Depp. He's lived out of the US so isn't so US centric and has a an idea of European ways of doing things. As has Burton.

[@EmberRain666]

Exactly! He's been a recluse since he was a teenager, how could anyone be normal and sociable when they've been locked away in a factory for over a decade, even willingly? That kind of isolation can cause a TON of problems.

[@josephyoung1038]

Now that you said Jim carrey I can now see him playing that role 😂😂 and that's my favorite actor

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Joseph Young it’s really a shame he didn’t

[@josephyoung1038]

@@nsasupporter7557 IKR

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Joseph Young Jim Carrey is literally the best comedian. He can do things that No one else can. It literally grinds my gears that there’s some people who can’t see that. All other comedians wish they were as good and as talented as him

[@itskitty808]

Right? What a shame!!!

[@brandonpage7087]

I still haven't seen this version, till this day. Minty, i'm surprised you didn't mention that Freddie Highmore went from playing Charlie to playing a new version of Norman Bates, as well, in Bates Motel, the tv series. Pleasantville definitely deserves a 10 Things You Didn't Know treatment.

[@pamelahall517]

Its too bad Wilder wasn't more gracious about this version. The old musical was very nice but I loved Tim Burton's version just as much if not more. This movie had a lot going for it. Charlie had a dad. Also, there were squirrel's instead of eggs like in the book. The musical numbers of the Oompa Loopas were very entertaining. I didn't mind Wonka's added backstory either. But what I liked most was the beautiful ending about loving your family more than chocolate! Thanks for the review. You did a great job.

[@aaronburratwood.6957]

That Django unchained shirt is legit too.

[@peter-willswarts7354]

Fun Fact:Gene Wilder didn't watch Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, because he didn't want to be disappointed in Johnny Depp's performance or movie

[@bugsymalone5744]

You didn't watch the vid did you?

[@facerip2222]

Hey that's pretty neat. I have a fun fact too. Did you know that Johnny Depp recommended Freddie Highmore for the role of Charlie Bucket, since Depp and Highmore had worked together previously on the film "Finding Neverland"? Little known fact right there.

[@peter-willswarts7354]

@@bugsymalone5744 I have watched Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory of Gene Wilder and I have watched Charlie And The Chocolate Factory also

[@bugsymalone5744]

@@peter-willswarts7354 You just made me cry.

[@bugsymalone5744]

@@facerip2222 You just made me laugh.

[@michellehood9589]

This Charlie choice was amazing.

[@softbatch1]

I love how your shirt is with in the CANDIE theme.

[@jamiedore679]

Do The Man in the Iron Mask next. 10 Things you didn't know about The Man in the Iron Mask.

[@LadyOnikara]

The one with Leo? Yeah! That was a great movie! (And I happen to have a crush on Gerard Depardieu. I love big noses on French guys.)

[@jamiedore679]

@@LadyOnikara That's the one.

[@mcgannahanskyjellyfetti6854]

Danny Elfman doesn't hold a candle to John Williams...

[@knightghost1782]

Elfman is a great artist but Williams? He's a whole another level. Most music from movies I remember and still give me chill to this day is John Williams' music. He's create the most iconic themes for films.

[@Thespeedrap]

I like both guys why do we have to put good with good at least he's better than Hans Zimmer.

[@robquin1525]

Seeing the movie in theaters as a child was worth it. 16 years later, I still love it

[@cpcva724]

Dahl's family rejected Jim Carey. They must be friends of Tommy Lee Jones.

[@triggeredcat120]

LOL

[@tylersmith9868]

No, Jim Carrey is simply extremely unlike-able

[@Riceball01]

I'm glad that they did. As much I didn't like Johnny Depp's portrayal of Willy Wonka, Jim Carey as Wonka would have been much worse.

[@nsasupporter7557]

@patrick coburn LOL! 😂 or they’re friends of anyone who’s jealous of Jim’s amazing talent that no one else has 😉

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Riceball01 No, it actually would’ve been very good. To be honest, I’m really sick of you haters not ever recognizing Good talents like Jim Carrey. You’re probably a fan of Unfunny, Pathetic Losers like Adam Sandler. If he’d had been Willy Wonka that would’ve ruined Not only the movie but the book too

[@cindystrachan8566]

The first movie was kid-friendly. The second was for grown ups, and according to Felicity Dahl, the second was much closer to Rould’s original vision of the story. I love both versions.

[@robertmiller9735]

Dahl's work is generally pretty dark.

[@spencerwelchii573]

@@robertmiller9735 This is all about the Catholic Dogma's 'Seven Deadly Sins'

[@robertmiller9735]

@@spencerwelchii573 I can see some of that, but which sin is gum chewing?

[@Wyzard01]

A fitting sequel to Tuesday

[@jasontachin]

rw:oh and the actor who playedCharlie Buckette in the film also was in the tv series as the main character called THE GOOD DOCTOR.

[@Deluna_arts_studio]

So I was aware that the original book was called charlie and the chocolate factory, but when they announced the movie I thought this was gonna be the Charlie from the old movie grown up and was looking for a protege just like willy Wonka before him.

[@SB0780]

I prefer this film as an adaptation to the original film by a mile. Better music, better performances from the kids. Growing up with the original film I always was annoyed by how different it was from the book. So the remake was a welcome improvement. I only watch the original now.

[@DasGonz13]

I actually just watched the Tom & Jerry recently. It came in a variety pack with other Tom & Jerry movies

[@DMSProduktions]

Deep Ron, was in the JJ Star Treks as well as Scotty's engineering assistant!

[@JestersDeadUK]

This has made my Friday, please do Swingers, Oblivion, Chasing Amy, Zodiac or Se7en Minty!!!!

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Kevin S No, he needs to do Batman 1989 before he does any of those you mentioned

[@Mac10Daddy]

@@nsasupporter7557 totally agree. Been waiting on Batman ‘89 forever.

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Mac10 Daddy Batman 1989 was the best Batman movie. It’s a timeless classic. Batman Returns was garbage because it wasn’t a Batman movie, it was a Tim Burton movie. It was literally a repeat of Edward Scissorhands with the Penguin. It was like a horror movie it was so dark and gothic. I get that’s how Batman is supposed to be, but Batman Returns was Too Much. Batman Forever was a nice improvement and Batman and Robin was an ABOMINATION as we all know lol

[@JestersDeadUK]

@@nsasupporter7557 I personally think Begins is the best, perfect! - but respect Batman 89 and your opinion, won't even watch the fatty Affleck ones, new Patterson one looks sick though!

[@nsasupporter7557]

@Kevin S yeah, Batman Begins was the shiz. It’s just that for me you can’t beat the original. But I guess the Adam West Batman in the 60s was the original technically lol. But the ‘89 movie was the original in my generation. The only Batman that truly sucked was George Clooney which was called Batman and Robin. Affleck never played Batman in an actual Batman movie he was only Batman when it was about other superheroes too if you noticed. Like Batman vs. Superman, Justice League and he played Batman in a cameo in Suicide Squad. So none of those were actual stand alone Batman movies

[@cademckee8060]

I loved this movie. I thought that Depp, the kid that played Charlie, and the Oompa Loompa guy were great in it, and I loved Burton’s take on it. A hilarious movie that I find very rewatchable.

[@darkb4light06]

"The kid that played Charlie"??? Do you seriously not know who he is???😳😳 Freddie Highmore.

[@CinHotlanta]

Same - I grew up with and loved the '71 film and I also very much enjoyed this one. Wilder's Wonka was spectacular, but I think Dahl himself was disappointed by it. Ironically I think Depp's portrayal was closer to the Wonka Dahl envisioned - as an extreme eccentric genuinely uncomfortable around people. This version also has the towering advantages of Burton's vision and Elfman's score, and I find it downright magical.

[@thejamesbondshowwithkrazyk4581]

@@CinHotlanta well said. I agree 😁

[@devodavis6747]

@@CinHotlanta another person that agrees with you here: Wilder's Wonka seems very comfortable guiding the tour, singing and dancing and all.

[@IndianapolisGerry]

Its interesting how two people can disagree so profoundly :) I grew up on the 71 version. When this film roll ended I sat in theatre and just said "What in the was that?!"

[@alysonminica1988]

Please do "Nothing but trouble" with chevy chase and demi moore!

[@brendah.6366]

LOVE that movie!!!💖💖

[@TheSlickest08]

Yes!

[@tmovies92]

Want to feel old? Freddie Highmore just confirmed that he's married. Jokes aside, he was terrific in Bates Motel & he's terrific in the Good Doctor.

[@thepowerstation2702]

Like this film there aren't many remakes that are better than the original. Burton's best film is Ed Wood.

[@awkander]

Ed Wood was so boring

[@Ninjajp247]

Nah. Pee wees big adventure was the best aside batman returns.

[@brandonpage7087]

Well, Ed Wood is a very underrated film, in my opinion, that deserves more attention.

[@mreeping]

Daaaamn minty, could not agree with you more about Depps performance. I could never pinpoint what was annoying me about it but you nailed it.

[@bigstackD]

I must admit this film was one of the biggest disappointments ever especially as I consider Johnny Depp one of the best actors in the world. I still watched the entire film but disappointment was a big part of it ! And what’s with the stupid Oompa Loompa scenes and all the CGI that just absolutely destroyed the whole movie🤦🏻‍♂️. That’s just my opinion 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@cavv0667]

Depp's performance is what killed it for me, and I as well am a huge fan of his work, but he's too overtly eccentric in this role. '71 with Wilder will always be my favorite... nostalgia has some to do with this but I do think overall it's simply the superior version.

[@lindawolffkashmir2768]

It just can’t live up to the ‘71 version. Gene Wilder played WW with warmth and humor. Depp’s character was just too quirky and cold. You could actually believe Wilder was the factory owner, but Depp looked like he was almost a mental patient. I did also notice the part where it seemed they tried to make eating the candy look gross and unappetizing. This version was just off for so many reasons.

[@Kitfoo77]

Problem with Depp is since the success of the Pirates movies, he makes all his characters like Jack Sparrow.

[@leecroft1983]

Agree.

[@ssjup81]

I have nothing against Deep Roy as the Oompa Loompas, but I didn't care for the whole CG thing either. Roy did look like he was having a lot of fun in the role, though, so gotta give him that. I also didn't care for the actual songs. I know they were from the book and the songs were adapted from it, but the 1971 Oompa Loompa songs were simpler and more memorable, imo. I still remember none of the Oompa Loompa songs from this movie, just that each song had a different musical theme. As much as I like Depp, I just didn't like him in this. As mentioned, he was too eccentric. Like I've said to others, Wilder came across as whimsical and mysterious with a few antisocial quirks. Depp's Wonka, seemed like if you met with him you'd scream "Stranger Danger" while running away to find an adult. He came across as extremely creepy to me. I also didn't need the backstory. I liked thinking that he had candy as a kid, became obsessed with creating his own, and when growing up, traveling the world to find ingredients to make the best candy ever! I did not want a story about a Man-Child who opened up a candy factory as a way to rebel because of his daddy issues. IMO, I think Depp's Wonka was the worst thing for me. Charlie was too bland for me. I get what they were going for, but as mentioned, he was blended into the background WAY too well. To me, he didn't have much of a personality and could've been replaced with a plank of wood. At least in the 1971 version, he still *acted* like a kid. Compared to the other four kids, though, minus Augustus, he didn't stand out. They stood out more. IMO, the 1971 version balanced that out better. He didn't come across as perfect like the 2005 Charlie. Dahl (sp?) getting angry over the Fizzy Lifting drink scene was nuts. Mad that Charlie stole...even though it was Joe's idea. As a whole, though, there are some things I did like. I like that they did keep things closer to the book and I owned and read it as a kid. I liked that they kept Charlie's father in this one. I did like the designs of the rooms. It's ironic, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory seemed to really focus around Charlie, like in the book. For Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, it felt like it was all about Wonka.

[@monicapyle]

I never saw the remake. The original was phenomenal and it didn't need an updated version

[@delian1671]

I really loved this version! And I was a big fan of the original. I can appreciate both for their differences. I thought Depp was outstanding

[@FrankieW00FR]

Maybe I am the odd one out but I much prefer Charlie and the ChocolateFactory to the old one. It just has WAY more personality.

[@rebelmomma5713]

I also love Johnny's version so much more than the old one.

[@joegahan7055]

Can you smell what Wonka is cooking... In the factory.

[@jearnott]

Thanks Minti - l agree, a much underrated film with wonderful production design. Depp’s performance is suitably eccentric and in many ways this version is more faithful to the book. A pity there was no sequel as in ‘Charlie And the Great Glass Elevator.’

[@broganfreeman8958]

Freddy Mercury! Hahahahaha that's all I see now hahahaha quality mate.

[@SnarkNSass]

WW71 was #1 in my childhood. I didn't know it was a book or the name RD. Matilda is when I learned more. I still haven't read the book but I've heard plenty about RD. I loved CCF. JD nailed it, as usual. TB is a treasure. Minty is too.✌💜

[@RMN82]

Deep Roy was in The Neverending Story 😮🤯🤩🙌🏾

[@gSlover4reel]

Yes! Teeny Weeny who rode his racing snail. And that was back in 1984. Awesome movie

[@RMN82]

@@gSlover4reel I didn’t know ☺️ and The Neverending story is on of my favorite movies too... #flabbergasted

[@maisiesummers42]

He's a prolific actor and stunt performer. He's been in about 60 films, including Star Wars, Star Trek, and Mad Max, and done television works as well, like Doctor Who and Blake's Seven.

[@bugsymalone5744]

Yeah, that's what Minty said.

[@paulcowlishaw]

Who's Deep Roy??? Is he Willy Wonka???

[@stunstarstudio3473]

I don’t understand why people give so much hate to the new Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Film, the sets are beautifully stunning, the music is well written, and the actors performances are over all well done. And yes, there are a few things that could have been portrayed better in this movie, I kinda wish Willy Wonka had more charm and was less rude to the children like the Willy Wonka from the original movie. As a fan of Tim Burton, Danny Elfmen, and Johnny Depp, I’m a little bias, but honestly I love the way this movie came out. I love the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory for its charm, but to me I feel the story is more believable in this new film.

[@theprophet9429]

If you rate this movie, then, please, stop having opinions on movies. :D

[@ShanYalesTale]

I liked both versions, but liked this one better. I am biased towards Johnny Depp and Tim Burton.

[@allicide166]

Considering them as standalone films rather than one and a remake, I like both. Especially the oompa loompa verses coming straight from the books was a highlight to the 2005 film. Depp did his own thing and made it memorable, but Wilder is and always will be the king of candy.

[@wstine79]

Despite Johnny Depp's performance, I thought this version was pretty good. The candy room looks so much better, the other kids were very reflective of their time, and Charlie was pretty good.

[@BrokeBot]

this was the first version I saw as a kid, definitely loved it

[@LawrenceSpivey]

You mentioned the Wizard of Oz and they actually had a remake of it called The Wiz staring Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. It is awesome and I enjoy it a little more than the the original. You should check it out Minty!

[@redwolfe7049]

I loved that movie. I remember being creeped out by that movie as a kid though. They would play that movie in my elementary school from time to time in the auditorium.

[@littleboo2002]

But again that is not a remake, The Wiz was a retelling of the source material. They had more bits from the stories than even 1939 Wizard Of Oz did.

[@LawrenceSpivey]

@@littleboo2002 sure, fair enough. I agree with that point. The main point in my opinion is that The Wiz is a better telling of the story than The Wizard of Oz.

[@littleboo2002]

@@LawrenceSpivey okay. I did miss that point. But I feel a lot of people don't fully understand the differences between remake, retelling, and reboot.

[@TheSlickest08]

The Wiz was a classic but upon its initial release it had to same backlash as Charlie and The Chocolate Factory.

[@corbz273]

That shirt, Minty, is AMAZING!!!!!!!!

[@kritterkreator2424]

grew up on the original and found charlie and the chocolate factory to be just as good. i always believed willy wonka was weird, not meant for public weird. so to me johhny's portrayal was perfect. in my humble opinion they were both perfect for their time.

[@OldMan_PJ]

The problem with Tim Burton remaking kids movies is they're always darker than the original.

[@SuchtFaktorHoch10]

Now I want a version with Nicolas Cage / Christopher Walken so badly.

[@Thespeedrap]

That would had been horrid.

[@SuchtFaktorHoch10]

@@Thespeedrap i disagree. Walken would Shine as an older version. Weird, Intimidating and yet so rewarding when the pests get their fair share. Cage would Turn everything to 11. Just For the fun of IT i would Like to See that.

[@Thespeedrap]

@@SuchtFaktorHoch10 Maybe in a parallel universe those movies existed still think they made a mistake not having Bill Murray do it.

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

I kind of want toe see some kind of Wonka Shorts series where they have each actor do a short stint as Wonka, resulting in a maybe in a 10 minute short story, but featuring a different short story for each actor rather then just re-using the same script (Which would get too boring IMO). It would be far more interesting to have a short script tailored to each actor's 'version' of wonka to highlight that actor's particular strengths and what they would have brought to the role in the full film.

[@rsnow-f3n]

I absolutely love both movies. It's fun watching them back to back.

[@landar2372]

This is the first time I 100% disagree with you.... Depp was so funny in this.

[@PhoenixRayne88]

Highmore went from a boring Charlie to an amazing Dr and just as amazing Norman Bates...

[@definitelynotethancoolbro1692]

My favorite movie. It is WAY better than Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

[@human_bot_]

Depp always acts the same. A mix of fear and loathing with capt jack sparrow

[@ThomasFlansburg]

Since older movies are starting to be highlighted why not 10 things about Darby O'Gill and the Little People, as well as The Quiet Man?

[@mandatorychannelexpectnoth5800]

I love both films.But I adore Johnny Depp's sarcasm in this role

[@markuscamp8525]

I’m trying to imagine Patrick Stewart or Christopher Walken as Willy Wonk.

[@darkb4light06]

After watching Depp, I can't imagine anyone else.

[@Thespeedrap]

Bill Murray and Robert De Niro would had killed as well.

[@Thespeedrap]

@Soul Blaze2019 Walken would had been weird indeed especially having a scene with him and Christopher Lee that would had been strange.

[@darkb4light06]

@Soul Blaze2019 They're best friends and everything they do together is a masterpiece.

[@itsallforlove5751]

I love this version. And Johnny Depp’s Willy Wonka makes it my favorite 😻🌟

[@thejamesbondshowwithkrazyk4581]

Minty, please do "Better Off Dead" with John Cusack. "I want my two dollarsssssss" 😂😛

[@DeltaEcho303]

Best advice of all time: "Go that way, really fast. If something gets in your way, turn."

[@martinacold9255]

Who was the cool actress who sang the theme? Better off dead? I loved her voice 🌺

[@DeltaEcho303]

@@martinacold9255 Elizabeth Daily, best known as Dottie from Pee Wee's Big Adventure.

[@martinacold9255]

@@DeltaEcho303 Thank you☺️ I thought she was so cool! I wondered why she wasn't a pop star too.🌺

[@passthebs.1341]

Oh!!! And Christopher Lee!!! Damn!!! He was cool!

[@BardofHorror36]

I loved the Tim Burton version of Charlie and the Chocolate factory, at least the boat ride wasn't as scary as the 1971 version.. I hope Johnny Depp wins the court appeal.

[@ariaalexandria3324]

None of the cast knew that any of that was going to happen. So when Gene started in on what he was saying and those things flashing above them, that was all real reaction.

[@112yoda]

Minty great content as always. Nothing but love for you ❤

[@theprophet9429]

My favourite Tim Burton fairytale is the one about him still being a competent filmmaker. And, as for Depp, his performance is such that it actually makes me open to the idea of Nicolas Cage as Wonka.

[@jonathantillian6528]

"Well, I couldn't very well watch the show from up there, now, could I, little girl?"

[@jeenkzk5919]

Not only did Charlie have a chocolate factory, but he also bit my finger.

[@ScatteredCollector]

Classic, early KZbin reference!

[@reactortechroblox]

3:11, common misconception, the 2005 movie isnt a remake, its just another adaptation of the book!

[@ethanholgate2512]

Me personally I love Tim Burton's Willy Wonka movie just as much Gene Wilder's Original

[@bigkmoviesandgames]

I'm sorry

[@springwoodslasher79]

Delusional moron

[@ethanholgate2512]

@@springwoodslasher79 🤣🖕

[@jgatzby4263]

Best thing about the 2005 adaptation: Deep Roy oompah loompas

[@dannyramirez8428]

This movie lacked "Pure Imagination".

[@ethanhart129]

You'd have to be living in a world of pure imagination to think that the 70s movie was a better film.

[@dhenderson1810]

@@ethanhart129 Yeah. because millenials hate anything that came out before 1990.

[@3000KJH]

The original is way better, and will admit Tim Burton's has got better with age.