Willy Wonka truly stands out as the strongest and most memorable of all the characters in R. L. Dahl’s enormous library. He is excessively eccentric and occasionally borders insane. But he manages to hold it all back with heartfelt kindness and whimsical magic that makes him a joy to watch. Here are some of Willy Wonka’s best quotes from the film, which range from his witty one-liners to his bizarre digressions and savage one-liners.
“Strike That. Reserve It.”
Because he really doesn’t seem to function in this world, Wonka is such a compelling and entertaining character. He rushes his guests around like a madman while being preoccupied with a dozen different thoughts all the time. He sometimes seems to get himself mixed up with his frantic manner. Before realizing his error, he says that they have “so much time and so little to see” as the tour is about to begin. He keeps making this error throughout the movie, making it unclear whether he is truly this lost or just playing a practical joke on the visitors.
“There’s No Earthly Way Of Knowing. Which Direction They Are Going.”
In the boat scene where they are travelling down the chocolate river, Willy Wonka has one of his creepier moments. Even the strictest of parents would be startled by what initially appears to be a pleasant, happy journey but quickly develops into one of the film’s most eerie moments. Wonka suddenly starts singing, but not in a happy or joyful way. Instead, he sings about how the boat trip is spiralling into madness, which only serves to make everything weirder and fully realize his character. It’s all done in a very off-putting tone.
“So Shines A Good Deed In A Weary World.”
Although this is a paraphrased Shakespearean line, Wonka manages to convey a lot about his persona in this one sentence. The quote means that even though it may not always seem like it when one person accomplishes something admirable, it can stand out above the undesirable. Wonka has dedicated his life to making the world a better place. He is shocked to discover that no one seems deserving of his place when it comes to moving on. After that, he runs into Charlie, and his spirit is revived.
“If You Want To View Paradise, Simply Look Around And View It.”
The musical interludes that are interspersed throughout this Roald Dahl story are one of its more endearing features. One of the best songs in the movie is the song that Willy Wonka sings as they first enter the factory. The songs in the film are all quite good.
Wonka’s words perfectly capture the scene’s atmosphere of utter amazement. He conveys the traits you initially associate with someone in his position, including kindness and fun. The real beauty in everything can be found, and paradise can be found anywhere if you look for it, as this quote illustrates.
“Gives It A Little Kick.”
With the absurd things he says, it can be difficult to tell when Wonka is being sincere and when he is just making a joke. He tells these jokes only for himself and appears to enjoy the idea that everyone else thinks he’s crazy. Wonka starts throwing in random items to the mix as he demonstrates the bizarre process of making his candy to the tour participants. His addition of an old shoe and his excellent justification stand out above the rest.
“I Think That Furnace Is Only Lit Every Other Day, So They Have A Good Sporting Chance, Haven’t They?”
This one-liner from Willy Wonka, which he uses to reassure a worried Charlie Bucket that Veruca and her father won’t actually be burned in the furnace as he first suggests, is one of the best one-liners in the movie. It’s a great line because, first of all, he doesn’t know whether they will or won’t, and, secondly, it’s a great line because, at the conclusion, he dismisses the situation and the possibility that they might be burned casually. He is the kind of person who frequently switches between personalities, which makes him challenging to predict.
“The Good Lord Wouldn’t Have Invented Roller Skates If He Had Meant For Us To Walk.”
Wonka’s wise philosopher persona appears to stand in stark contrast to his immature worldview. When asked why the tour doesn’t just continue on foot, Wonka responds with a statement that, until you realize how absurd it is, almost makes sense. Again, it’s difficult to tell whether this is just another way for him to tease the kids and flaunt his eccentricities or if he genuinely believes that god invented roller skates. In any case, he always seems to be the smartest person in the room thanks to these odd sayings.
“She Was A Bad Egg.”
Even after all these years, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory is still a beloved family movie, but it also contains a good deal of dark humour. The film repeatedly depicts how this insane factory owner puts young children in danger, ignoring the genuinely unsettling tunnel sequence. But as the kids continue to put themselves in danger, it’s impossible not to laugh at Wonka’s complete disregard for their well-being.
