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I mean what’s there to be said. Gene Wilder, whimsy, vague violence, beautiful music, production value…….we used to be a proper country. If I ever have children this will be the first movie I show them
Feb 4, 2024
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I recently rewatched this movie that was one of my favorites growing up, only to find that it was better and more thoughtful than I remembered. The acting is genius around the board. Originally it was written by Roald Dahl, writer of Matilda and James and the Giant Peach and tons of other amazing books that became movies. Not only is the plot mesmerizing, but the songs in this movie are too. I couldn’t believe how good some of the melodies were, I was brought to tears like twice. Very inspirational to hear if you make or like music. Not to get too negative but the 2005 Johnny Depp one and the recent one wit Timothy C are big time pathetic in comparison :/ I had to stop both within 20 mins! I’m not much of a movie person but id recommend the 71 Willy Wonka with Gene Wilder to anybody.
Feb 27, 2025
I was looking at where to take my recommendation today. I was thinking about writing about Chalamet's press run, which I still might do; there's a few vintage places that I want to shout out; there's the second season of Druski's "Couldn't Be Records" show; Stephon Marbury's highlight package from his time with the New Jersey Nets, Phoenix Suns, and the New York Knicks showed up on my YouTube page.
However, I watched Willy Wonka last night, and it's a genuine wonder. I am recommending everyone watch Gene Wilder make fun of kids (his performance is the ultimate "fuck them kids" role), and live as a recluse who can't trust anyone. There are no family movies like this, and it's one of the many reasons why cinema is dying. No amount of toy sales can amount to the feeling of giving kids real imagination, real delight, real humor, and real life. It is not lost on me that Charlie is a pauper boy who is living with two sets of grandparents (!!!). Now, Charlie would be middle class with a hot mom, or something, and he would have a gay best friend. He'd be a Wonka mentee, and not a boy who used wonka's chocolate bars to be blissfully innocent. People are not telling stories; they are weaponizing identities. Check out Willy Wonka on Max.
Jan 17, 2025
a Fundamentally flawed film in its awkward dialogue, pacing and arguably whole concept. however there is just something about it that’s so special – the uncanny nature of the practical/CGI effect combination, the childish portrayal of the monsters, the magical realism / coming of age crossover (never been a more goated genre combo).
put this on and vibe out, maybe have a cry on behalf of your childhood self, listen to animal collective after.
Feb 6, 2025
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