Fortunately, the decision paid off. Not only did Mel Stuart love the scene after it was filmed, but "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" is now widely regarded as one of Gene Wilder's best ...

“She’s one of the best comedians of all time, and me and your dad know her!” How can one person have the adoration of the snobbiest comedy nerds in the world, but also of my 4-year-old?