Willy Wonka

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, is everyone’s childhood wish come true. A movie based entirely upon candy. The original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory has a strong plot and stronger characters. The movie is based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book. The plot of the movie closely follows the plot of the novel. From the initial explanation of Wonka’s factory, to the five golden tickets, to the surprises in the factory, the movie stays true to the events in the book. Although the plot is an important part of the movie, the characters are vital to the overall success of the movie. Charlie, the protagonist, is a lovable and relatable character. Although he is poor, he maintains a positive attitude throughout the movie; he rarely gets upset or discouraged. Contrastingly, the other winners of the golden tickets, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, Mike Teevee, Augustus Gloop, and their respective parents are not as charming as Charlie and Grandpa Joe. The other winners are arrogant, rude, annoying, and too greedy. Their negative traits highlight Charlie’s positive traits. Additionally, Willy Wonka and the Oompa Loompas are interesting characters that contribute to the success of the movie. The movie would not be as memorable without these characters. In conclusion, a developed plot and fascinating characters are two aspects of Willy Wonka that makes it a movie that stands the test of time.