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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is a beloved tale that has captivated audiences for generations. The story's eccentric and enigmatic character, Willy Wonka, portrayed by Johnny Depp in the film adaptation, became synonymous with his unique and iconic glasses. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of Willy Wonka's eyewear and its impact on popular culture. a b c Salisbury, Mark & Burton, Tim (2006). "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Burton on Burton. London: Faber and Faber. pp.223–245. ISBN 0-571-22926-3. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory – DVD Review» Need Coffee Dot Com. Needcoffee.com (18 January 2002). Retrieved on 17 September 2013. Peter Travers (14 July 2005). "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Rolling Stone. Archived from the original on 20 June 2008.

Regarding Wilder's effect, Anderson wrote "If you're a kid, Wonka seems magical, but watching it now, he has a frightening combination of warmth, psychosis, and sadism." [21] Kevin Carr, of 7M pictures wrote "This is Gene Wilder's legacy. He was perfect for the role, and it was his mixture of childlike wonder and bitter, deserved vengeance that made the character so compelling.", [23] while critic Widgett Walls simply called it "Probably Gene Wilder's finest, most manic hour." [24] Wilder received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for his role as Willy Wonka, but lost to Chaim Topol as Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof. [25] Johnny Depp's performance

The distinctive design of Willy Wonka's glasses has made a lasting impact on the fashion industry. Fans and enthusiasts worldwide have been inspired to recreate the whimsical eyewear, embracing its unique aesthetic. The swirling pattern has been incorporated into various fashion accessories, from sunglasses to prescription glasses, allowing individuals to channel their inner Willy Wonka. Greg Dean Schmitz. "Greg's Preview— Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Yahoo! Movies. Archived from the original on 15 April 2007. Johnny Depp's portrayal of Willy Wonka polarized critics and audiences. Critic Andrew Sarris, of The New York Observer, who did not enjoy the film's style in general, wrote "I wonder if even children will respond to the peculiarly humorless and charmless stylistic eccentricities of Mr. Burton and his star, Johnny Depp." [26] Ann Hornaday of The Washington Post also criticized Depp's acting; "The cumulative effect isn't pretty. Nor is it kooky, funny, eccentric or even mildly interesting. Indeed, throughout his fey, simpering performance, Depp seems to be straining so hard for weirdness that the entire enterprise begins to feel like those excruciating occasions when your parents tried to be hip." [27] Roger Ebert wrote "Depp, an actor of considerable gifts, has never been afraid to take a chance, but this time he takes the wrong one. His Willy Wonka is an enigma in an otherwise mostly delightful movie from Tim Burton." [28] a b "Alex Jennings to Replace Douglas Hodge as 'Willy Wonka' in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, Beg. May 19". BroadwayWorld.com . Retrieved 11 December 2015. Kroll, Justin (14 June 2021). "Timothée Chalamet To Play Willy Wonka In New Origin Tale From Warner Bros And The Roald Dahl Story Co". Deadline.

WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY" Blu-ray Review by Kevin Carr. 7M Pictures. Retrieved on 17 September 2013. Main article: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (film) Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). Burton, Tim (director) (15 July 2005). Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Motion picture). Warner Bros.

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Johnny Depp based Willy Wonka on a 'stoned George W. Bush' - NME". NME. 10 May 2012 . Retrieved 8 March 2018. The glasses worn by Johnny Depp's Willy Wonka in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" have become a cultural phenomenon. With their swirling pattern and unique design, these glasses have left an indelible mark on popular culture and fashion. Whether as a fashion statement or a nostalgic tribute to the whimsical world of Willy Wonka, these glasses continue to captivate and inspire fans around the globe. So, embrace the magic, creativity, and imagination of Willy Wonka by donning a pair of these iconic glasses and let your inner chocolate factory visionary shine. Weldon, Glen (29 August 2016). "Gene Wilder, Star Of 'Willy Wonka' And 'Young Frankenstein,' Dies". NPR . Retrieved 30 August 2016.J.M. Kenny (Writer, director, Producer) (2001). Pure Imagination: The Story of 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' (DVD). USA: Warner Home Video . Retrieved 2 December 2006. Concept and creation 2005 film adaptation A person cosplaying as Willy Wonka, as depicted in the 2005 film

Willy Wonka is a fictional character appearing in British author Roald Dahl's 1964 children's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, its 1972 sequel Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator and several films based on those books. He is the eccentric founder and proprietor of the Wonka Chocolate Factory. [1] Timothée Chalamet to Play Young Willy Wonka in Warner Bros. Movie". Variety . Retrieved 27 June 2021.

Early on in the production of the 2005 film, Nicolas Cage was under discussions for portraying Willy Wonka, but lost interest. [11] Warner Bros. president Alan F. Horn wanted Tom Shadyac to direct Jim Carrey as Willy Wonka, believing the duo could make Charlie and the Chocolate Factory relevant to mainstream audiences, but Roald Dahl's widow Liccy Dahl opposed this. [12] After Tim Burton was hired as director in May 2003, Burton immediately thought of Johnny Depp for the role of Willy Wonka, who joined the following August for his fourth collaboration with the director. [13] Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Archived from the original on 15 December 2009. Wonka served as the mascot of The Willy Wonka Candy Company, a real-life brand of confectioneries marketed by Nestlé Candy Shop. Real-life versions of the Everlasting Gobstopper and the Wonka Bar were produced, along with a line of other candies not directly related to the book or the film. The company had originated as a tie-in with the 1971 film, originally by Quaker Oats before a series of sales led to the company being acquired by Nestlé in 1988. [33] The Wonka brand was discontinued in 2015; its products have since been sold to Ferrero, which produces them under the Ferrara brand. [34] See also Johnny Depp was the only actor that Burton had considered for the role. [16] He signed on without reading the script, under the intention of going with a completely different approach than what Gene Wilder did in the 1971 film adaptation. [17] "Regardless of what one thinks of that film," Depp explained, " Gene Wilder's persona, his character, stands out." [12] Depp stated on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that he based the character on what he believed an "incredibly stoned" George W. Bush would act like. [18]

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