19-25 January
2026
Come and watch the vibrant classic at our Winter Cinema!
In Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory from 1971, a poor boy named Charlie Bucket dreams of experiencing the magic of Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory. When Wonka announces a global contest with five golden tickets hidden in chocolate bars, Charlie glimpses a spark of hope. The golden ticket grants the winner a factory tour and a lifetime supply of chocolate, triggering a worldwide chocolate frenzy.
The factory tour becomes a moral proving ground, where five children—each representing a character flaw—are tested by the eccentric Willy Wonka, brilliantly portrayed by Gene Wilder. Augustus Gloop's gluttony, Veruca Salt's spoiled nature, Violet Beauregarde's competitive spirit, and Mike Teevee's media obsession lead to spectacular downfalls within the colorful factory.
The film, directed by Mel Stuart and based on Roald Dahl's novel, is a musical journey blending fantasy, morality, and wonder. It features memorable musical numbers like "Pure Imagination" and "Candy Man" and has become a beloved cult classic.
Mel Stuart (1928-2012) was an American film director and producer. He was awarded an Emmy award, an Academy Award nomination, a Peabody, and numerous other awards.
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Kl 17:00
Winter Cinema
| Programme: | Winter Cinema |
| Original title: | Charlie og sjokoladefabrikken |
| Director: | Mel Stuart |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Year: | 1971 |
| Run time: | 1h 40m |
| Screenplay: | Roald Dahl, Robert Kaufman, David Seltzer |
| Cast: | Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum |
| Dialogue: | English |
| Subtitles: | No subtitles |
| Source: | Park Circus |
| Age limit: | 7 |