Summary
- Wonka’s backstory in the prequel film gives valuable context and a sweet reason for why he entered the candy business.
- The end of the movie suggests that Wonka may have intentionally caused three characters to float into outer space, potentially killing them.
- If Wonka did kill the three characters, it would contradict his portrayal as a fun-loving protagonist and make him a villainous character.
Wonka portrays its titular character as a fun-loving chocolatier with a dream to spread the joy of his craft with the world, but one moment in the movie could prove that he is actually an evil villain. The prequel film to Roald Dahl’s beloved novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, details the early life of Willy Wonka and how he came to found his magnificent candy empire. Wonka and his ragtag group of friends make for a memorable story filled with heart and inspiring triumph.
The movie makes Wonka’s accomplishments even more impressive, as his backstory proves all that he had to overcome. Wonka gives valuable and sweet context as to why Willy Wonka even wanted to go into the candy business to begin with. While most of the details provided in the prequel serve to paint Wonka in a better light, there is a key one shown at the end of the film that threatens his “good guy” image.
Where Was Wonka Filmed? All UK Filming Locations Explained
Wonka starring Timotheé Chalamet offers insight into the inventor’s early years and was filmed in several famous locations across the United Kingdom.
Wonka Hints That Willy’s Chocolate Could Kill Slugworth, Prodnose, & Fickelgruber
At the end of Wonka, the titular character gives Slugworth, Prodnose, and Fickelgruber altered versions of Hover Chocs. Hover Chocs typically make the person eating them float around in the air before returning back to the ground safely. Wonka says that he thinks the altered version of the chocolates will still have Slugworth, Prodnose, and Fickelgruber coming down after a bit. Viewers never get confirmation, though, if the three men were able to land safely, as the movie ends shortly after. This could mean that Wonka ultimately killed the Chocolate Cartel by having them float until they eventually reached outer space and could not breathe.
Wonka Killing The Chocolate Cartel Would Confirm That He Is A Villain
Though Wonka portrays the main character as an eccentric and fun-loving man who cares deeply about the people around him, this detail would confirm that he is actually a villain. The Chocolate Cartel wronged Wonka in multiple ways, including ruining his store, turning the police against him, and keeping his friend, Noodle, away from her family. Despite these wrongs, Wonka taking justice into his own hands by murdering them would make him a villainous character.
After the Chocolate Cartel was outed for their crimes in Wonka, it was more likely than not that they would be punished. The revelation of what they had done was made public, so there was an entire group of people who would be able to make sure they were held accountable. The police chief was also named in the book that detailed their crimes, which meant that it was unlikely that the department would be able to get away with covering up for the Cartel any longer. That means that there was no reason for Wonka to murder them, as justice was going to be served regardless.
Wonka
Wonka is a prequel film to Roald Dahl’s classic novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and follows the origins of the legendary candy maker. From his first encounter with the Oompa Loompas to founding his deliciously magnificent headquarters, Wonka explores the character in a new light. Timothee Chalamet assumes the role of Willy Wonka himself.
- Release Date
- December 15, 2023
- Director
- Paul King
- Genres
- Family , Adventure , Comedy
- Studio(s)
- Warner Bros. Pictures
This story originally appeared on Screenrant
