Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

[Ander]

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE (http://home.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20040630005669&newsLang=en))--June 30, 2004--Production has commenced in London on "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," a fantasy adventure directed by Tim Burton and based on Roald Dahl's classic tale, for Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures. The announcement was made today by Jeff Robinov, President of Production, Warner Bros. Pictures.


The film stars Oscar-nominated Johnny Depp ("Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl") as ingenious candymaker Willy Wonka, marking the actor's fourth collaboration with director Burton. Twelve-year-old British actor Freddie Highmore, who costars in the films "Two Brothers" and "J.M Barrie's Neverland," and portrayed the young King Arthur in Turner Network's mini-series "The Mists of Avalon," takes on the title role of Charlie.

Joining the ensemble are Helena Bonham Carter, David Kelly, Noah Taylor, James Fox, Missi Pyle and Christopher Lee.

Rounding out the cast as the four lucky children of diverse backgrounds who, along with Charlie, win "golden tickets" in a global contest for an exclusive tour of Wonka's famous factory are: Jordan Fry as Mike Teavee; AnnaSophia Robb as Violet Beauregarde; Julia Winter as Veruca Salt; and Philip Wiegratz as Augustus Gloop.

The film is produced by Brad Grey and Richard D. Zanuck from a screenplay by John August, based on the book, "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," by Roald Dahl. Felicity Dahl, Patrick McCormick, Michael Siegel and Bruce Berman serve as executive producers.

Acclaimed director Tim Burton brings his vividly imaginative style to "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," about eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka, and Charlie, a good-hearted boy from a poor family who lives in the shadow of Wonka's extraordinary factory. Long isolated from his own family, Wonka launches a worldwide contest to select an heir to his candy empire. Five lucky children, including Charlie, draw golden tickets from Wonka chocolate bars and win a guided tour of the legendary candy-making facility that no outsider has seen in 15 years. Dazzled by one amazing sight after another, Charlie is drawn into Wonka's fantastic world in this astonishing and enduring story.

"Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" will be released worldwide in 2005 by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

Cool. And only one year away!!

[Carl Johnson]

Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka :blink:

I can't see that :hypno:

[Willstar]

My parents are idiots. They've never heard of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

[Carl Johnson]

^lmao, theres been like 3 movies, the book was one of the most popular of all time, there has been many spoofs of it (family guy :P) How can someone have never heard of it

[Glenn]

Johnny Depp said that he probably won't do as good a job as Gene Wilder

[|2awk.Star]

Heard about this a long time ago. Not really looking forward to it. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is one of those movies that doesn't really need a remake.

[Ander]

Originally posted by |2awk.Star@Jul 5 2004, 05:25 PM
Heard about this a long time ago. Not really looking forward to it. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is one of those movies that doesn't really need a remake.
It's not a remake of the musical, its an adaptation of the novel. If they remade the musical, it would suck ass so bad.

[Leslie]

:o The original is my favorite movie... I sooo can't wait to see this!!! (w00t)

[Hybrid_Bunny]

I remember a time when Marilyn Manson wanted the role of Willy Wonka and Johnny Depp almost let him do it instead. :lol:

[|2awk.Star]

Originally posted by superxero88+Jul 6 2004, 01:29 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (superxero88 @ Jul 6 2004, 01:29 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin--|2awk.Star@Jul 5 2004, 05:25 PM
Heard about this a long time ago. Not really looking forward to it. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is one of those movies that doesn't really need a remake.
It's not a remake of the musical, its an adaptation of the novel. If they remade the musical, it would suck ass so bad. [/b][/quote]
Oooh ok lol. Yeah I thought it would be a remake of the musical. An adaption would be cool. They can do more of their own vision.

[Joe]

It will be interesting to say the least.

[Atsuzen]

I can't wait! I wanna see how Johnny Depp fares as Willy Wonka ... mwahaahahaha ... :lol:

[LD50]

I've been waiting for this movie for... must be about 4 months now. I love Burton, and Depp as well.

[LinkinJunior]

Gene Wilder did a terrific job as Willy Wonka, but i'm sure Johnny Depp will represent Wonka with his best efforts. I think Tim made the right decision in casting Johnny as Wonka, Johnny is and will forever be a great actor.

EDIT:
Hey, I found this pic on a certain site:

Might be a Teaser for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (http://www.aintitcool.com/image/catcf.jpg)

[emmmers]

Originally posted by Carl Johnson@Jul 5 2004, 04:24 PM
Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka :blink:

I can't see that :hypno:
My thoughts exactly.

[Carl Johnson]

Originally posted by When.Karma.Attacks+Jul 7 2004, 12:09 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (When.Karma.Attacks @ Jul 7 2004, 12:09 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin--Carl Johnson@Jul 5 2004, 04:24 PM
Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka :blink:

I can't see that :hypno:
My thoughts exactly. [/b][/quote]
he just doesn't look like a Willy Wonka and i don't think his personality goes with the part

[Ander]

Originally posted by Carl Johnson+Jul 6 2004, 04:49 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Carl Johnson @ Jul 6 2004, 04:49 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> Originally posted by -When.Karma.Attacks@Jul 7 2004, 12:09 AM
<!--QuoteBegin--Carl Johnson@Jul 5 2004, 04:24 PM
Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka* :blink:

I can't see that* :hypno:
My thoughts exactly.
he just doesn't look like a Willy Wonka and i don't think his personality goes with the part [/b][/quote]
That's why he's an actor. He's supposed to play the part. Not play himself in a costume.

[Cassie]

Johnny... ?

Timmah... ?

(w00t) (w00t) (w00t)

*dies and goes to heaven*

[|2awk.Star]

Originally posted by superxero88+Jul 7 2004, 12:53 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (superxero88 @ Jul 7 2004, 12:53 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> Originally posted by -Carl Johnson@Jul 6 2004, 04:49 PM
Originally posted by -When.Karma.Attacks@Jul 7 2004, 12:09 AM
<!--QuoteBegin--Carl Johnson@Jul 5 2004, 04:24 PM
Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka* :blink:

I can't see that* :hypno:
My thoughts exactly.
he just doesn't look like a Willy Wonka and i don't think his personality goes with the part
That's why he's an actor. He's supposed to play the part. Not play himself in a costume. [/b][/quote]
He's a pretty good actor too. From Edward Scissorhands to Pirates of the Carribean to Secret Window. He rocks IMO.

[LD50]

Does no one remember Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas? :lol: If a puzzled look just crossed your face I suggest you go to your nearest Blockbuster and rent this movie immediately.

[Andrea]

Originally posted by Cassie@Jul 6 2004, 08:55 PM
Johnny... ?

Timmah... ?

(w00t) (w00t) (w00t)

*dies and goes to heaven*
same here. :lol:


Johnny is perfect for the part, IMO. He can play just about any role and make it work.

[Carl Johnson]

Originally posted by superxero88+Jul 7 2004, 12:53 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (superxero88 @ Jul 7 2004, 12:53 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> Originally posted by -Carl Johnson@Jul 6 2004, 04:49 PM
Originally posted by -When.Karma.Attacks@Jul 7 2004, 12:09 AM
<!--QuoteBegin--Carl Johnson@Jul 5 2004, 04:24 PM
Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka :blink:

I can't see that :hypno:
My thoughts exactly.
he just doesn't look like a Willy Wonka and i don't think his personality goes with the part
That's why he's an actor. He's supposed to play the part. Not play himself in a costume. [/b][/quote]
Every actor has a acting personality.

Thats why Vin Diesel doesn't act in soft romance movies. Because they don't suit him. Thats what i was saying

[LornVourkolakas]

I've been waiting for this movie for over a year...

I heard that originally it was supposed to be Marilyn Manson because he is a fan of the novel or something but he turned down the offer.

[emmmers]

Originally posted by LornVourkolakas@Jul 8 2004, 01:31 PM
I heard that originally it was supposed to be Marilyn Manson because he is a fan of the novel or something but he turned down the offer.
Marilyn Manson as Willy Wonka?

All I have to say is LMAO.