
Weirdhouse Cinema: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
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Whimsical Consequences: Lessons from Willy Wonka
This chapter explores the absurdity and morality embedded in 'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory', focusing on various iconic scenes including the blueberry gum incident and the fizzy lifting drinks. It reflects on character portrayals like Veruca Salt and Mike TV, emphasizing the humorous consequences of their gluttony and unchecked curiosity. Through the Oompa Loompa songs, the chapter critiques parenting styles and contemporary concerns about media consumption while celebrating the film's whimsy.
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