Wonka film review: ‘Relentlessly wacky and over the top’
1 year ago

Wonka film review: ‘Relentlessly wacky and over the top’

BBC  

Wonka film review: ‘Relentlessly wacky and over the top’ Warner Bros Timothee Chalamet in Wonka Timothée Chalamet stars in a new prequel from the makers of Paddington 2 that explores Willy Wonka's early years. Not many of us have ever wondered about the backstory of Willy Wonka, the wizard-like confectioner from Roald Dahl's classic 1964 children's novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Between this and his two Paddingtons, it's clear that King likes his films to be more twee than their source novels, so anyone without a seriously sweet tooth may feel queasy before the end. Wonka Director: Paul King Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman Run time: 1hr 56m Release date: 8 December UK, 15 December US One aspect of the film which stops it being more enjoyable is that it is set in "a world of pure imagination", as the song from the 1971 film goes.

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Willy Wonka Experience actor breaks silence on disastrous tour
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Willy Wonka Experience actor breaks silence on disastrous tour

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Paul Connell said he was given 15 pages of ‘AI-generated …

Why Timothée Chalamet is too sweet for Wonka
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Timothée Chalamet is too sweet for Wonka

Slate  

On this week’s show, the hosts begin by jumping into the fantastical world of Wonka, a prequel to Roald Dahl’s enduring novel that explores the origins of its famously impish character, Willy Wonka—portrayed here by a wide-eyed, sugary sweet Timothée Chalamet. Directed by and starring Bradley Cooper as “Lenny,” the film explores Bernstein’s complicated marriage with Felicia Montealegre and the …

Timothée Chalamet starrer Wonka ends the year No 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Timothée Chalamet starrer Wonka ends the year No 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best

Firstpost  

Hollywood closed out an up-and-down 2023 with “Wonka” regaining No. 1 at the box office, strong sales for “The Color Purple” and an overall $9 billion in ticket sales that improved on 2022’s grosses but fell about $2 billion shy of pre-pandemic norms. James Wan’s “Aquaman” sequel starring Jason Momoa took in $19.5 million in its second weekend to bring …

‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office
11 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office

The Hindu  

Hollywood closed out an up and down 2023 with Wonka regaining No. 1 at the box office, strong sales for The Color Purple and an overall $9 billion in ticket sales that improved on 2022’s grosses but fell about $2 billion shy of pre-pandemic norms. The New Year’s weekend box office this year lacked a true blockbuster. In its third …

‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best
11 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Hollywood closed out an up and down 2023 with “Wonka” regaining No. 1 at the box office, strong sales for “The Color Purple” and an overall $9 billion in ticket sales that improved on 2022’s grosses but fell about $2 billion shy of pre-pandemic norms. James Wan’s “Aquaman” sequel starring Jason Momoa took in $19.5 million in …

'Wonka' ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'Wonka' ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best

The Independent  

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‘Wonka’, starring Timothee Chalamet, records $39 million opening
1 year ago

‘Wonka’, starring Timothee Chalamet, records $39 million opening

The Hindu  

Wonka debuted with $39 million in box office sales in U.S. and Canadian theatres over the weekend, according to studio estimates on Sunday. In his opening monologue, he sang to the tune of “Pure Imagination” about “returning to this magical world where actors can promote their projects.” “It shows you the power of a star, and it also shows you …

Timothée Chalamet's Wonka earns $39 million in opening weekend in the US, Canada
1 year ago

Timothée Chalamet's Wonka earns $39 million in opening weekend in the US, Canada

Hindustan Times  

Wonka debuted with $39 million in box office sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. Timothée Chalamet promotes Wonka Wonka, which cost about $125 million to produce and played at 4,203 locations, was also the first big Hollywood release to launch following the end of the SAG-AFTRA actors' strike. In his opening monologue, …

‘Wonka’ waltzes to $39 million opening, propelled by Chalamet’s starring role
1 year ago

‘Wonka’ waltzes to $39 million opening, propelled by Chalamet’s starring role

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — “Wonka” debuted with $39 million in box office sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. “Wonka,” which cost about $125 million to produce and played at 4,203 locations, was also the first big Hollywood release to launch following the end of the SAG-AFTRA actors’ strike. Last week’s top film, Hayao …

Timothée Chalamet's Wonka leads the box office, projected to gross over $100 million
1 year ago

Timothée Chalamet's Wonka leads the box office, projected to gross over $100 million

Hindustan Times  

Timothée Chalamet’s starrer Wonka, a vibrant reimagining of Roald Dahl's classic tale, debuted with a magical $14.4 million opening day in the US. Buzzing with anticipation, Wonka's prequel musical lands in over 4,000 theaters, aiming to sweeten the box office with a projected $38 million during the opening weekend. Wonka's opening Box Office collection Despite facing delays caused by the …

‘Wonka’ grabs the weekend box office golden ticket, brings in a sweet $39 million
1 year ago

‘Wonka’ grabs the weekend box office golden ticket, brings in a sweet $39 million

LA Times  

Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant in “Wonka,” which topped the box office in its opening weekend. Warner Bros.’ “Wonka” cooked up $39 million at the North American box office in its opening weekend, according to estimates from measurement firm Comscore. Moviegoers’ sweet tooth was especially strong this weekend as the story of the famous chocolate magnate easily gobbled up its …

Review: A winning Timothée Chalamet, less sly than sweet, turns ‘Wonka’ into his own playground
1 year ago

Review: A winning Timothée Chalamet, less sly than sweet, turns ‘Wonka’ into his own playground

LA Times  

“Wonka,” the new musical origin story of everyone’s favorite chocolatier, is a lot like the confections our protagonist conjures: We don’t need chocolate, but how can we resist such a tantalizing treat? We don’t need a musical origin story of Willy Wonka, but how can we not chomp down on this whimsical and wonderful tale, crafted by “Paddington” and “Paddington …

Review: Timothée Chalamet waltzes through the whimsical ‘Wonka’ but Roald Dahl’s daring is missing
1 year ago

Review: Timothée Chalamet waltzes through the whimsical ‘Wonka’ but Roald Dahl’s daring is missing

Associated Press  

The original 1971 “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” may have been a delicious dream, lined with trees of gumballs and fields of lollipops. “Wonka,” the latest attempt to revisit Dahl’s masterwork, bears no such danger. Tasty though that can be, you miss the daring of Dahl in the more wanly whimsical “Wonka.” Still, the movie has two big things …

Wonka enjoys sweet success at box office
1 year ago

Wonka enjoys sweet success at box office

China Daily  

The musical fantasy movie Wonka stars Timothee Chalamet as the titular role, a legendary candy maker, and Hugh Grant as an Oompa-Loompa. Nearly six decades after British writer Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was published, the story of the legendary chocolate maker Willy Wonka is being retold in the musical fantasy movie Wonka, with Hollywood actor Timothee Chalamet …

Wonka enjoys sweet success at box office
1 year ago

Wonka enjoys sweet success at box office

China Daily  

The musical fantasy movie Wonka stars Timothee Chalamet as the titular role, a legendary candy maker, and Hugh Grant as an Oompa-Loompa. Nearly six decades after British writer Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was published, the story of the legendary chocolate maker Willy Wonka is being retold in the musical fantasy movie Wonka, with Hollywood actor Timothee Chalamet …

Wonka star Timothee Chalamet ‘warned’ over ‘sexy Hull accent’ remark
1 year ago

Wonka star Timothee Chalamet ‘warned’ over ‘sexy Hull accent’ remark

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wonka star Timothée Chalamet has been issued …

Wonka shows Roald Dahl’s biggest threat isn’t ‘cancel culture’ – it’s corporate greed
1 year ago

Wonka shows Roald Dahl’s biggest threat isn’t ‘cancel culture’ – it’s corporate greed

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In just the past few years, we’ve had Steven Spielberg’s The …

Wonka fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight' - with Timothee Chalamet's performance as the chocolatier enchanting moviegoers
1 year ago

Wonka fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight' - with Timothee Chalamet's performance as the chocolatier enchanting moviegoers

Daily Mail  

Moviegoers have not been disappointed by Wonka after its theatre release on Friday which tells the origin story of Roald Dahl's famous chocolatier. Cinema goers have hailed the new Wonka movie after its full theatre release telling the origin story of Roald Dahl 's famous chocolatier, played by Timothee Chalamet Countless X users joined in praising the new release, saying: …

Wonka movie review: Timothee Chalamet's musical origin story of quirky chocolatier is like a cuppa hot chocolate
1 year ago

Wonka movie review: Timothee Chalamet's musical origin story of quirky chocolatier is like a cuppa hot chocolate

Hindustan Times  

Silver Linings made of condensed thundercloud. Timothee Chalamet plays a young Willy Wonka Humble origins Wonka explores the life of Willy Wonka, a character from Roald's popular novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, before he became the founder of the said chocolate factory. The new guy in town, he's all set to make and sell chocolate like hot cakes, just …

Wonka movie review: Timothee Chalamet starrer is a fun, enjoyable & chocolaty affair
1 year ago

Wonka movie review: Timothee Chalamet starrer is a fun, enjoyable & chocolaty affair

Firstpost  

Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Tom Davis, Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant Director: Paul King “It’s not the chocolate that matters,” then on the other side: “It’s the people you share it with.” These lines from Wonka explain how sweet experience the film gives when you are watching …

Wonka review: Timothee Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel
1 year ago

Wonka review: Timothee Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wonka only works as a prequel to …

The dark side of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka: How Hollywood - including the latest film starring Timothee Chalamet - has glossed over the more sinister elements of the author's 1964 novel
1 year ago

The dark side of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka: How Hollywood - including the latest film starring Timothee Chalamet - has glossed over the more sinister elements of the author's 1964 novel

Daily Mail  

Hollywood's latest depiction of Willy Wonka, Roald Dahl's famously eccentric chocolate factory owner, is set to be the biggest box office smash of the festive season - and has already been dubbed an 'instant holiday classic' by critics. The latest incarnation of Willy Wonka, Roald Dahl's famous fictional chocolatier, sees Timothee Chalamet in the role. By the time the 1971 …

Wonka stars Olivia Colman, Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant lead the way as they continue their promotional trail for the film in London
1 year ago

Wonka stars Olivia Colman, Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant lead the way as they continue their promotional trail for the film in London

Daily Mail  

The stars of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel, Wonka, have been on the promotional trail for the film in London this week. Their latest stop was at Global Radio Studio in Leicester Square, as Olivia Colman, Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant were spotted at the location on Thursday. The stars of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel, …

Wonka's First Reactions: Timothee Chalamet Is The Most Magical Thing In This Musical
1 year ago

Wonka's First Reactions: Timothee Chalamet Is The Most Magical Thing In This Musical

News 18  

In a world of chocolate, whimsy, and a touch of pure magic, enters the innocent-looking and ever so charming Timothée Chalamet as the young Willy Wonka. The first reactions are rolling in, calling it a “winning confection” and an “instant holiday classic.” Directed by Paul King, known for Paddington and Paddington 2, the film explores Wonka’s earlier years before establishing …

Wonka: First reactions hail Timothée Chalamet as ‘endlessly charming’ lead
1 year ago

Wonka: First reactions hail Timothée Chalamet as ‘endlessly charming’ lead

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The long-awaited Charlie and the Charlie Factory prequel musical Wonka held …

Wonka first reactions: Timothee Chalamet praised for 'charming, pitch-perfect performance' in early reviews for the 'surprisingly good' origin tale
1 year ago

Wonka first reactions: Timothee Chalamet praised for 'charming, pitch-perfect performance' in early reviews for the 'surprisingly good' origin tale

Daily Mail  

Timothée Chalamet was praised for his 'charming, pitch-perfect performance' as Willy Wonka by critics finally permitted to share their early opinions of the 'surprisingly good' origin tale via X/Twitter. Timothée Chalamet was praised for his 'charming, pitch-perfect performance' as Willy Wonka by critics finally permitted to share their early opinions of the 'surprisingly good' origin tale via X/Twitter 'The movie …

Timothée Chalamet resembles wrapped up chocolate bar in lavender leather ensemble at Tokyo premiere of Wonka
1 year, 1 month ago

Timothée Chalamet resembles wrapped up chocolate bar in lavender leather ensemble at Tokyo premiere of Wonka

Daily Mail  

Timothée Chalamet channeled his character of Willy Wonka in an eye-catching ensemble as he attended the star-studded Wonka premiere in Tokyo on Monday. Big premiere: Timothée Chalamet, 27, channeled his character of Willy Wonka in an eye-catching ensemble as he attended the star-studded Wonka premiere in Tokyo on Monday Making a statement: The star dressed to impress wearing a lavender-colored, …

Wonka stars were submerged in real warm chocolate that ‘tasted as good as it looked’ on prequel set
1 year, 5 months ago

Wonka stars were submerged in real warm chocolate that ‘tasted as good as it looked’ on prequel set

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. They tasted much better than they needed to, because obviously actors …

Here’s why Timothée Chalamet didn’t have to audition for his Wonka role
1 year, 5 months ago

Here’s why Timothée Chalamet didn’t have to audition for his Wonka role

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wonka’s director Paul King has revealed the reason why Timothée Chalamet …

‘Wonka’ trailer: Timothée Chalamet works a treat as young Willy Wonka
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Wonka’ trailer: Timothée Chalamet works a treat as young Willy Wonka

The Hindu  

The trailer for Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet as young Willy Wonka, is now out. Directed by Paul King, the film is a prequel story to Roald Dahl’s 1964 childrens’ fantasy novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which was adapted into famous films in 1971 and 2005 respectively. The story of Wonka charts the early days of eccentric chocolate-maker and inventor …

Wonka trailer: Timothee Chalamet steps into Johnny Depp's shoes to set up greatest chocolate shop ever as young Wonka
1 year, 5 months ago

Wonka trailer: Timothee Chalamet steps into Johnny Depp's shoes to set up greatest chocolate shop ever as young Wonka

Hindustan Times  

Timothee Chalamet is the new, younger version of the candy maker Willy Wonka and is a total delight in the newly launched trailer of the much-anticipated prequel, Wonka. Wonka trailer The visually-appealing trailer opens with Willy Wonka talking about how he has travelled the world for seven years to learn all about chocolate before landing in a fictional town in …

Timothée Chalamet Is The Candy Man Of Our Dreams In New 'Wonka' Trailer
1 year, 5 months ago

Timothée Chalamet Is The Candy Man Of Our Dreams In New 'Wonka' Trailer

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING More than 50 years after Gene Wilder somersaulted his way into cinematic history, Timothée Chalamet is taking on the role of eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka. Due out Dec. 15, the movie is billed in press notes as “an intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion” that tells the story of how Willy Wonka built the …

Wonka trailer: Timothée Chalamet reveals take on Roald Dahl’s chocolatier
1 year, 5 months ago

Wonka trailer: Timothée Chalamet reveals take on Roald Dahl’s chocolatier

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Warner Bros has released the highly anticipated first trailer for Wonka …

Timothee Chalamet unveils first look as Willy Wonka, fans can't keep calm
3 years, 2 months ago

Timothee Chalamet unveils first look as Willy Wonka, fans can't keep calm

India Today  

Timothee Chalamet shared his first look as Willy Wonka from his upcoming film, Wonka. TIMOTHEE CHALAMET IS A YOUNG WILLY WONKA IN NEW PIC Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya’s Dune will release in India on October 22. In the first look Timothee Chalamet shared as Willy Wonka, he can be seen wearing a burgundy velvet coat, a cravat and a top …

Timothee Chalamet reveals the two pieces of career advice his ‘hero’ once gave him
3 years, 2 months ago

Timothee Chalamet reveals the two pieces of career advice his ‘hero’ once gave him

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Timothée Chalamet has revealed the two bits of career advice he …

Timothee Chalamet reveals first look as young Willy Wonka
3 years, 2 months ago

Timothee Chalamet reveals first look as young Willy Wonka

The Hindu  

Actor Timothee Chalamet has shared the first look of himself as the young version of author Roald Dahl’s famous character of inventor and chocolate genius Willy Wonka. Chalamet posted a photo on Instagram on Sunday of the eccentric character from the upcoming origin story film “Wonka,” directed by Paul King. The story, co-written by King, will focus on a young …

Timothee Chalamet dons iconic velvet topcoat for Willy Wonka first look in upcoming prequel
3 years, 2 months ago

Timothee Chalamet dons iconic velvet topcoat for Willy Wonka first look in upcoming prequel

Firstpost  

Directed by Paul King, Timothee Chalamet is all set to star in Wonka, detailing the origin story of the fictitious candy maker. Actor Timothee Chalamet has shared his first look as Willy Wonka, on Sunday. Chalamet shared a photo from his upcoming movie Wonka which shows the actor in a chocolate brown top hat and a crushed velvet raspberry topcoat, …

Timothee Chalamet shares FIRST LOOK of him as a young Willy Wonka
3 years, 2 months ago

Timothee Chalamet shares FIRST LOOK of him as a young Willy Wonka

Daily Mail  

Timothee Chalamet gave his fans quite the surprise on Sunday, sharing the first look at him as Willy Wonka in the upcoming prequel, dubbed simply Wonka. First look: Timothee Chalamet gave his fans quite the surprise on Sunday, sharing the first look at him as Willy Wonka in the upcoming prequel, dubbed simply Wonka Cane: He also shared a snap …

Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson and Sally Hawkins join the cast of Wonka
3 years, 2 months ago

Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson and Sally Hawkins join the cast of Wonka

Daily Mail  

The Crown's Olivia Colman will be joining the cast of the upcoming Willy Wonka origin story along with Rowan Atkinson and Sally Hawkins, Variety reported on Wednesday. How sweet it is: The Crown's Olivia Colman will be joining the cast of the upcoming Willy Wonka origin story along with Rowan Atkinson and Sally Hawkins, Variety reported on Wednesday Wonka is …

How the Willy Wonka film impacted the lives of its child actors
3 years, 6 months ago

How the Willy Wonka film impacted the lives of its child actors

Live Mint  

They were kids when they made it, now 50 years later stars of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory say they've stayed in touch and the movie is still positively impacting their lives. The film tells the story of impoverished Charlie Bucket, who wins a golden ticket to tour Wonka's chocolate factory alongside the greedy Augustus Gloop, gum-loving Violet Beauregarde, …

Timothée Chalamet to play Willy Wonka in origin story backed by Warner Bros
3 years, 7 months ago

Timothée Chalamet to play Willy Wonka in origin story backed by Warner Bros

Firstpost  

Willy Wonka will feature Roald Dahl’s eccentric chocolatier as a young adult and follow his journey before he sets up the chocolate factory Timothée Chalamet will play Willy Wonka in a musical based on the early life of Roald Dahl’s eccentric chocolatier. The studio said the film will “focus on a young Willy Wonka and his adventures prior to opening …

Warner Bros sets Wonka prequel for 2023 release; Paddington director Paul King to direct
3 years, 11 months ago

Warner Bros sets Wonka prequel for 2023 release; Paddington director Paul King to direct

Firstpost  

A prequel to Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, titled Wonka is in the pipeline at Warner Bros. for a while now. It will be directed by Paul King, director of the two Paddington films and bankrolled by Harry Potter producer David Heyman. Wonka will set place before the events of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, where Willy Wonka …

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