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July 15, 2005
Depp, Burton put their stamp on Dahl classic
By DAVID GERMAIN
AP Movie Writer
AP Movie Writer
A big studio film that really works. A remake that improves on the original.
Hollywood is truly in fantasy land with "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," Tim Burton's wildly imaginative take on Roald Dahl's beloved children's book.
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