November 7th 2024.
After a long wait, the much-awaited third installment of the beloved Paddington franchise is finally hitting cinemas tomorrow. Titled Paddington in Peru, the new movie will see the return of familiar faces like Hugh Bonneville, Dame Julie Walters, and the voice of Paddington himself, Ben Whishaw. Joining the cast are new additions Olivia Colman and Antonio Banderas.
The previous movie, Paddington 2, was a massive hit and highly praised for its heartwarming story and stellar performances. With its success, fans were eager for updates on the third movie, but things seemed uncertain until recently. However, the cast and crew have now shed some light on the seven-year delay.
According to Hugh Bonneville, who plays Mr. Brown, the pandemic and behind-the-scenes challenges were the main reasons for the delay. Director Dougal Wilson's determination and constant revisions to the storyboard were instrumental in pushing the movie forward. Producer Rosie Alison, who was also determined to see the project through, always believed that it would happen eventually.
Despite the setbacks, Wilson, who is making his feature film directorial debut with Paddington in Peru, remained committed to the project. He stepped in for original director Paul King, who stayed on as an executive producer. Alison also explained that the team didn't want to rush the movie after the success of Paddington 2, and with due consideration, they were able to make it happen.
The huge success and love for Paddington 2 were also on the minds of the production team. The movie initially held a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but it was dethroned by one negative review, bringing it down to 99%. Nonetheless, it is still considered one of the best films ever made, on par with Citizen Kane.
When asked about the franchise's success, Ben Whishaw, who voices Paddington, credits it to the team's love and affection for the character and the attention to detail in the storytelling. He also believes that Paddington's character speaks to the best in humanity and is a mystery that we can aspire to.
Paddington in Peru has been highly anticipated, and fans will be excited to see familiar faces like Whishaw and Bonneville, as well as new additions like Banderas, Colman, and Emily Mortimer. As Whishaw puts it, the movie is honed and chiseled to perfection, leaving no room for unnecessary elements. With its release on November 8, it's safe to say that fans will not be disappointed.
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