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George R.R. Martin Criticizes Screenwriters Who Think They Can Improve Classic Books: 'They Make It Worse'
The 'Game of Thrones' creator believes the trend of adapting classic works is producing mediocre results.

Timothée Chalamet Views 'Wonka' as a 'Companion Piece to the 1971 Gene Wilder Film'
'Wonka' will be in theaters on Dec. 15.

‘Alvin and the Chipmunks’ Owner Reportedly Shopping Franchise for $300 Million
Bagdasarian Productions, the owner of the 'Alvin and The Chipmunks' franchise, is on the hunt for a potential buyer, and is asking for a total of $300 million.

Original 'Willy Wonka' Cast On Timothée Chalamet Prequel: 'There's Room For All Of Us'
In a chat with People, four original cast members of 1971’s 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' explained their thoughts on the upcoming Timothée film.

Timothée Chalamet to Play Young Willy Wonka in Warner Bros. Origin Story 'Wonka'
Timothée Chalamet will play a young version of the candy-making genius in Warner Bros.' upcoming 'Wonka,' which will tell the beloved character's origin story.

‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’ Prequel Sets Release Date and Title
The long in-the-works prequel to the beloved Roald Dahl movie 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' has been given a release date and title.

Anne Hathaway Apologizes After Disability Advocates Call Out 'The Witches' Character Design (UPDATE)
Warner Bros. also responded to criticism over its decision to design the witches in the Roald Dahl remake in a way that looks similar to an actual disability.

Taika Waititi Will Create Two Animated ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Series for Netflix
Taika Waititi just might be the busiest man in Hollywood.

Netflix Adapting Roald Dahl Novels Like 'Matilda' and 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'
The batch of animated specials and event series is a collaborative effort with the Roald Dahl Story Company; Netflix scored the rights to more than 15 books.

Charlie From 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' Was Supposed to Be Black
Roald Dahl initially wrote Charlie from 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' as a black boy.

Relive Your Childhood in the First Trailer for Steven Spielberg's 'The BFG'
The Roald Dahl classic gets Spielberg's life-action adaptation.

McDonald's Are Going to Give Away Roald Dahl Books with Happy Meals to Encourage Kids to Read
Books are better for you than cheap plastic toys.