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Wilder's greatest love made clear in doc

Best known as the original Willy Wonka, Wilder was married four times before his death from Alzheimer's in 2016

Salon

Remembering Gene Wilder: new documentary sheds light on a comedy titan

A new film uses the late actor’s voice to illustrate a career of neurotic humor on the big screen and a gentleness in real life

The Guardian - US

Catch the new Wonka musical airing on TV tonight

Here's how to watch Wonka musical on TV, starring Golden Globe nominee Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant and Olivia Colman

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Hollywood stunt performer Mickey Gilbert dies at the age of 87

Mickey Gilbert, renowned Hollywood stunt performer known for his fearless feats in films, has passed away at 87. His legacy lives on through his family of ...

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Blazing Saddles at 50: the button-pushing spoof that could never get made today

The 1974 spin on westerns sees Mel Brooks pointing at the absurdity of racism and the history of human evil while always ensuring a steady stream of laughter

The Guardian - US

'Seeing the responses has been really uplifting': How we made the Wonka movie typography

We caught up with designer Alexandria Vernon.

Creative Bloq

Leonardo DiCaprio Compares Shutter Island To Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory, But After Reading His Comments, They Make Total Sense

Leonardo DiCaprio compared his Shutter Island character to Willy Wonka, and he might be on to something.

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Timothée Chalamet's Wonka Quietly Sailed Past Johnny Depp's Version At The Box Office

The newest Willy Wonka movie is now the biggest WIly Wonka movie.

Cinemablend

Netflix unveils special category, Milestone Movies, featuring 14 movies turning 50 in 2024

The new Milestone Movies category on Netflix will spotlight movies celebrating special anniversaries all year long.

WhatToWatch

Wonka Director Breaks Down Exactly How The Film Channels Gene Wilder’s Original

Wonka's usage of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory as a sacred text can be boiled down to a couple of remarks from director Paul King.

Cinemablend

I'm A Big Fan Of Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory, But Wonka Is My New Favorite Willy Wonka Movie

I really enjoy both previous Willy Wonka movies, but this one is the new creme de la creme. Here's why.

Cinemablend

Wonka prequel to reference 1971 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'

Get a sweet insight into Wonka director Paul King's tribute to the original 1971 film through references and motifs in his 2023 prequel.

Top News

Wonka Review: Timotheé Chalamet’s Prequel Is A Scrumdiddlyumptious Feat Of Music And Merriment

Connecting with the unabashed level of heart, humor, and yes pure imagination contained in Wonka, means devouring this cinematic confection that deserves to be the runaway hit of this season.

Cinemablend

Kelly Rowland's Bright Blue Bob Is Inspired by Oompa Loompas

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory—but make it chic.

Marie Claire

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France 24

Timothée Chalamet sings, dances and dons a top hat in prequel 'Wonka'

After Gene Wilder in 1971 and Johnny Depp in 2005, Timothée Chalamet takes on the role of the world's most mysterious candy man in "Wonka", a sugar-sweet prequel about a young, idealistic Willy building his chocolate empire. FRANCE 24 film critic Lisa Nesselson tells us about the many cinematic incarnations…

Cinemablend

Timothée Chalamet Is Jazzed About Wonka's Successful Release, But Would He Return For Wonka 2?

Timothée Chalamet reveals whether he'd want to tell more Wonka stories amid an enthusiastic first week of the movie's release.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Wonka’: Who can measure up to Gene Wilder? This candy man can’t

Timothée Chalamet underwhelms in a scattershot origin story that mixes too many ingredients into its chocolate-covered plot.

The Independent UK

Wonka star Timothée Chalamet may be ‘savaged’ after ‘sexy Hull accent’ remark, jokes TV star Lucy Beaumont

‘Hull is sexy,’ the actor had remarked

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Cinemablend

5 Lessons Wonka Should Learn From The Other Two Movies

Ahead of Timothée Chalamet portraying a young Willy Wonka, here's what I hope the prequel took notes on regarding the past Roald Dahl adaptations.

Cinemablend

Wonka’s Timothée Chalamet Reveals How He Was Convinced The Prequel Wasn’t A ‘Money Grab’

Timothée Chalamet reveals what convinced him that the Wonka prequel wasn’t a “money grab.”

WhatToWatch

Wonka review: A magical, musical sweet treat

Wonka is a musical extravaganza that is sure to keep everyone entertained this holiday season and beyond...

Total Film

Wonka director explains how the film bridges the gap to the Gene Wilder movie

Exclusive: Director Paul King and screenwriter Simon Farnaby explain how their version of Wonka becomes the character we know

Total Film

Wonka star Calah Lane talks bringing a new story to life with Timothée Chalamet

EXCLUSIVE: We chat to the young star of this magical tale

Cinemablend

Critics Have Seen Wonka, And The Timothée Chalamet Film Is Getting Both Sour And Sweet Reactions

Timothée Chalamet's Wonka has been seen by critics, and the reaction is both sour and sweet.

The Independent UK

Wonka review: Timothée Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel

The Oompa Loompas are still problematic, but director Paul King’s follow-up to the Paddington movies can’t help but charm

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