Wonka is a rebootquel of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and, to a lesser extent, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I like the Gene Wilder-led classic well enough, but I don’t think I ever watched the Tim Burton movie all the way through. When Wonka was announced, I was frankly annoyed. Not because I’m a huge fan and don’t want to see Willy Wonka ruined; more so because I’m exhausted by the constant rebooting, remaking, and sequels. I know this is hardly a new or unique viewpoint, but I’ve reached burnout. Unless you can add to the original story in some way, just leave it alone. However, Wonka is also directed by Paul King, who brought us the delightful Paddington duology. Paddington’s adoptive mother, Sally Hawkins, also portrays Wonka’s late mother here. Sometimes,...
