Depp as Wonka?

**CingularDuality** · 11-11-2004, 11:50 PM

Can he pull it off?

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**Wyzcrak** · 11-12-2004, 12:03 AM

Johnny Depp is very near the top of a very, VERY short list of actors that, in my opinion, have a flawless record when it comes to performing one very critical task if you're going to create a movie that provides the "escape" that I look for in a thoroughly satisfying cinematic experience: the transparent suspension of disbelief.

When I watch this guy act, I'm not watching Johnny Depp.. I'm watching his character.. EVERY TIME. For the duration of the time I'm watching his film, I'm part of the experience. That is so powerful, and it's a trait of any great movie and any great actor.

I'm no movie buff. I'm sure I haven't seen all his films. But I'm sure that I've been damn impressed by every film of his I saw.

I loved Gene Wilder and the original, with a passion, but I can't wait for this.

To be honest, I'm more concerned about who's playing Charlie, as that boy in the original really made the character as well.

**_Ender_** · 11-12-2004, 12:15 AM

If he wasnt in "From Hell", that movie would of sucked. Thats just how great he was in that movie.

**Pokerface** · 11-12-2004, 12:23 AM

I'd be more concerned about the "Tim Burton" part of that poster.
I love him and all, but I'm thinking that comparing the two films on anything other than an academic level would be pretty silly.

**Wyzcrak** · 11-12-2004, 12:43 AM

I concur. I see that and all I can think of is "Nightmare Before Christmas".

Great movie in its own way, but it's kinda creepy (not Halloween-creepy, but "Geez, you just wrecked a Classic"-creepy) thinking what Burton will do to this film.

**CingularDuality** · 11-12-2004, 12:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wyzcrak

I concur. I see that and all I can think of is "Nightmare Before Christmas".

Great movie in its own way, but it's kinda creepy (not Halloween-creepy, but "Geez, you just wrecked a Classic"-creepy) thinking what Burton will do to this film.

Well, keep in mind two things. One, that Roald Dahl's novels were pretty dark to begin with. And two, that the 1971 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory just made the Scariest Movies of All Time list.

**Apophis** · 11-12-2004, 11:56 AM

Gene Wilder is Willy Wonka.. There can be no other.

**leejo** · 11-12-2004, 12:33 PM

I've always looked forward to Tim Burton movies and so far have been mostly disappointed (with the exception of Big Fish, which seemed way outside his mold). He has a lot of promise but so far has sorta missed the mark with his movies. Hopefully one day he'll nail it.

Johnny Depp is pretty amazing.

HairyNevus · 11-12-2004, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apophis

Gene Wilder is Willy Wonka.. There can be no other.

Johnny Depp is probably the only guy who could replace him. I've seen him in a movie shown on Lifetime and it was good. Now that's talent!

**Apophis** · 11-12-2004, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by HairyNevus

Johnny Depp is probably the only guy who could replace him. I've seen him in a movie shown on Lifetime and it was good. Now that's talent!

I don't see how Johnny Depp can replace Gene Wilder.. I actually bought the original movie on Laserdisc many years ago. :-) And I actually STILL watch it!

**leejo** · 11-12-2004, 05:24 PM

I can see a Kirk v. Picard-esque debate in the works....

Many doobs and cheetos will be thrown into the breech before this fight is settled.

**=DdogG=** · 11-12-2004, 05:56 PM

johnny depp is a great actor...... the only one on my list to top his ability is Mel Gibson. that man can act like a rock and win an oscar.... he is by far the most talented person in hollywood IMO. from man without a face to lethal weapons tobrave heart to forever young to the patriot the man makes you believe every character he has ever portayed.

**_Ender_** · 11-12-2004, 06:09 PM

Remind me not to ask Ddog his opinions on moives :P

**Wyzcrak** · 11-12-2004, 06:25 PM

Remind me not to ask Ender to proofread my posts.

LOL

Remember me?

Fondly?

WHAT?!

Also.. laserdisc? Let go, man.. LET GO!

HairyNevus · 11-12-2004, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apophis

I don't see how Johnny Depp can replace Gene Wilder.. I actually bought the original movie on Laserdisc many years ago. :-) And I actually STILL watch it!

Gene Wilder is a great, classic actor. No one can beat him in Blazing Sadles or Young Frankenstein. But I must say after seeing Johnny Depp in Fear and Loathing In Las Vegas, Donnie Brasco, Blow, Secret Window etc. he takes control of the character and makes that person real. Like Wyz said, you aren't watching Johnny, you're watching his character.

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Wyzcrak Join Date: May 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 14,139	Re: Depp as Wonka? Johnny Depp is very near the top of a very, VERY short list of actors that, in my opinion, have a flawless record when it comes to performing one very critical task if you're going to create a movie that provides the "escape" that I look for in a thoroughly satisfying cinematic experience: the transparent suspension of disbelief. When I watch this guy act, I'm not watching Johnny Depp.. I'm watching his character.. EVERY TIME. For the duration of the time I'm watching his film, I'm part of the experience. That is so powerful, and it's a trait of any great movie and any great actor. I'm no movie buff. I'm sure I haven't seen all his films. But I'm sure that I've been damn impressed by every film of his I saw. I loved Gene Wilder and the original, with a passion, but I can't wait for this. To be honest, I'm more concerned about who's playing Charlie, as that boy in the original really made the character as well. __________________ Steam Community? Add me. \| Join #tacticalgamer \| Search Results Legend \| New Posts Forum Filter \| Postbox Toggle \| Live Thread Review \| One Line Results \| Free Remote, Encrypted Backup Darkilla: In short, NS is pretty much really fast chess. With guns. Apophis: I haven't seen anyone say that SM's are better than non-SMs. Nordbomber: This is THE first server I've seen where either side can comeback from out of seemingly nowhere with the right teamwork. en4rcment: I have NEVER experienced the type of gameplay that I have found here. Nightly I am amazed at the personalities and gaming talent. Root: Welcome to TG. Feel free to punctuate your sentences correctly. Monkerz: Its gonna take all my skills to beat those boys off in the future.

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Wyzcrak Join Date: May 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 14,139	Re: Depp as Wonka? I concur. I see that and all I can think of is "Nightmare Before Christmas". Great movie in its own way, but it's kinda creepy (not Halloween-creepy, but "Geez, you just wrecked a Classic"-creepy) thinking what Burton will do to this film. __________________ Steam Community? Add me. \| Join #tacticalgamer \| Search Results Legend \| New Posts Forum Filter \| Postbox Toggle \| Live Thread Review \| One Line Results \| Free Remote, Encrypted Backup Darkilla: In short, NS is pretty much really fast chess. With guns. Apophis: I haven't seen anyone say that SM's are better than non-SMs. Nordbomber: This is THE first server I've seen where either side can comeback from out of seemingly nowhere with the right teamwork. en4rcment: I have NEVER experienced the type of gameplay that I have found here. Nightly I am amazed at the personalities and gaming talent. Root: Welcome to TG. Feel free to punctuate your sentences correctly. Monkerz: Its gonna take all my skills to beat those boys off in the future.

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leejo Join Date: Sep 2003 Age: 39 Posts: 7,687	Re: Depp as Wonka? I've always looked forward to Tim Burton movies and so far have been mostly disappointed (with the exception of Big Fish, which seemed way outside his mold). He has a lot of promise but so far has sorta missed the mark with his movies. Hopefully one day he'll nail it. Johnny Depp is pretty amazing.

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Wyzcrak Join Date: May 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 14,139	Re: Depp as Wonka? Remind me not to ask Ender to proofread my posts. LOL Remember me? Fondly? WHAT?! Also.. laserdisc? Let go, man.. LET GO! __________________ Steam Community? Add me. \| Join #tacticalgamer \| Search Results Legend \| New Posts Forum Filter \| Postbox Toggle \| Live Thread Review \| One Line Results \| Free Remote, Encrypted Backup Darkilla: In short, NS is pretty much really fast chess. With guns. Apophis: I haven't seen anyone say that SM's are better than non-SMs. Nordbomber: This is THE first server I've seen where either side can comeback from out of seemingly nowhere with the right teamwork. en4rcment: I have NEVER experienced the type of gameplay that I have found here. Nightly I am amazed at the personalities and gaming talent. Root: Welcome to TG. Feel free to punctuate your sentences correctly. Monkerz: Its gonna take all my skills to beat those boys off in the future.

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