Tim Burton’sCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryremake has found new life on streaming, proving it’s one of his most beloved works even despite its mixed reviews. While Burton’s signature gothic style and storytelling choices for the Roald Dahl adaptation have long sparked a debate, the movie still holds a unique record in his filmography.Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’s success in Maxinvites a discussion onits legacy and lasting impact, as well as the reasons for its divisive reputation.
The macabre director is no stranger to controversy when it comes to reimagining beloved classics. After all, he is responsible for two of Disney’s live-action remakes, one of which gave hima success Burton will likely never repeat. However,Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryrises among his other projects as one that’s undeniably Burtonian, and whose performance likens even his best originals. Joiningall Tim Burton’s movies on Max,his Wonka remakestands as a reminder that bold artistic choices leave a mark — whether audiences love them or not.
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Is Still Tim Burton’s Highest-Rated Movie Remake
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’s Critics Scores Get Close To His Auteur Movies
Actor Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Tim Burton’s movie remakesbelong to their own category within the director’s extensive filmography. Even if these usually can’t compare to any Burton originals, they’re almost always worth a watch, and, sometimes, they have proven to be box office and streaming successes. ExcludingFrankenweenie, andBatman— with one being more of an extension of a short film and the other a modern reboot —the gothic director’shighest-rated remake isCharlie and the Chocolate Factory, and boasts an 83% Rotten Tomatoesscore.
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The 2005 movie supersedes all other remakes by more than 30% points, even toppingAlice in Wonderland, which is Burton’s highest-grossing movie. Regarding Critics’ Scores,Charlie and the Chocolate Factorygets closer to the director’s auteur movies, likeCorpse Bride,Beetlejuice, andSweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. However, the movie’s Audience Score is substantially lower and similar to the rest of his adaptations, shockingly being closest to the infamousDumbo. The huge difference between the movie’s reviewing sectors reveals its strongest and weakest elements.
Why Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’s Critics & Audience Reviews Are So Divided
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A major point of debate surrounding Burton’s adaptation isCharlie and the Chocolate Factory’s differences to the 1971 version. Fans of GeneWilder’s charismatic and subtly malicious Wonka have found it hard to embrace Depp’s strange and awkward characterization. Additionally, when comparing both works,Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factoryhas been described to be filled with wonder, heart, and mystery — while Burton’s version leans into a darker if not creepy and straightforward style that doesn’t leave things to the imagination — like explaining Wonka’s backstory.
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Critics tend to find success in Burton’s version, highlighting his commitment to staying true to the book while showcasing his unique artistic stamp. It’s also important to note thatRoald Dahl didn’t like Gene Wilder’s Wonkaand found the 1971 movie too sentimental, so perhaps theBatmandirector’s darker approach was correct. Ultimately, likeAlice in Wonderland’s strange success, it seemsthose who likeCharlie and the Chocolate Factorylike it because of Burton’s gothic, dreamlike, and sometimes prone to visual spectacle style— which is the same reason why other people don’t like it.
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AsBeetlejuice Beetlejuiceofficially marks the director’s successful return to film, commentary has been focused on predicting ifBurton could repeat hisBatmanbox office record. TheWednesdaycreator’snext project will have a harder time gaining both critics’ and audiences’ favor, as it is not only his first remake sinceDumbobut comes afterBeetlejuice 2’s unexpected and shocking performance. If he remains true to his grim and fantastical vision, the popular director might be able to deliver a remake with positive reviews on all fronts.
Even if he’s reluctant to confirm his involvement, the director is interested in reimagining a 1950s campy sci-fi classic.
Even if he’s reluctant to confirm his involvement, the director is interested in reimagining a 1950s campy sci-fi classic.Burton’s plans to remakeAttack of the 50ft Womangive him a perfect chance to redeem his terrible remake streak, especially, as he would work with a genre he’s passionate about. Though thePlanet of the Apesdirector isn’t exactly praised for his sci-fi titles and has already failed to do a B-movie withMars Attacks!,Attack of the 50ft Womancould be Burton’s nextCharlie and the Chocolate Factory— giving him an unexpected gem that garners streaming and theatrical success.
