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3.00*
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I didn't expect too much from this film, but since Wilder's meme has become so prevalent, there was no way I could avoid this film forever. The start of the film is a little bumpy, but once the kids arrive at the chocolate factory and Wilder himself takes the stage, this was pretty amusing. The first half hour is a little slow and the effects are pretty cheesy, but there's a streak of dark comedy that I liked a lot and Wilder's performance really is spot on, especially when he comments on the unfortunate fate of his visitors. A quirky and joyous little film, its reputation is well deserved. Read all