Hugh Grant revealed as Oompa-Loompa in new Wonka footage
1 year, 11 months ago

Hugh Grant revealed as Oompa-Loompa in new Wonka footage

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 Hugh Grant plays a “tiny” Oompa-Loompa in the upcoming Wonka movie starring Timothée Chalamet as the titular chocolatier. In the book, the characters were depicted as African pygmies – an offensive element that was changed for 1971’s film adaptation Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory starring Gene Wilder. Looks very joyous and bright and fun.” Meanwhile, New York Times reporter Nicole Sperling said that Timothée Chalamet, appearing onstage at the convention, told the crowd that seeing Grant as an Oompa-Loompa was “a trip”. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Mimicking the purple aesthetic that was made famous by Gene Wilder in the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Chalamet’s look was likened by many to Gonzo from The Muppets.

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Willy Wonka's Oompa Loompas speak: Forlorn actress reveals she wanted to WALK OUT of disastrous event after being given 'Poundland outfit'- and says actors went to the pub when it was shut down as fur
1 year ago

Willy Wonka's Oompa Loompas speak: Forlorn actress reveals she wanted to WALK OUT of disastrous event after being given 'Poundland outfit'- and says actors went to the pub when it was shut down as fur

Daily Mail  

An actress who played an Oompa Loompa at a disastrous event Willy Wonka event has revealed she wanted to walk out - and revealed staff went to the pub when it was shut down. Paul Connell said that he felt sorry for the customers who spent £35 to attend the 'fiasco' at the Boxhub on Saturday and added that playing …

Actor Spills Bonkers Details About Willy Wonka Event That Had Parents Calling Cops
1 year ago

Actor Spills Bonkers Details About Willy Wonka Event That Had Parents Calling Cops

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING An actor who was hired at the last minute to play Willy Wonka at a knock-off “immersive experience” for the film “Wonka” is revealing new details about the children’s event that was executed so terribly that police were called to the scene by outraged parents demanding refunds. Silver Screen Collection via Getty Images Over the weekend, photos …

What to watch this week: Wonka, Anatomy of a Fall and more
1 year, 1 month ago

What to watch this week: Wonka, Anatomy of a Fall and more

Live Mint  

Wonka While the origin story of Willy Wonka, the mad chocolatier of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, might not have seemed a particularly exciting idea for a film, the results are charming. Timothée Chalamet stars as the young Wonka alongside Calah Lane, Sally Hawkins, Olivia Colman and Hugh Grant. Sandra Hüller is magnificent in the lead and there are wonderful …

‘Wonka’, starring Timothee Chalamet, records $39 million opening
1 year, 3 months 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, 3 months 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, …

Review: A winning Timothée Chalamet, less sly than sweet, turns ‘Wonka’ into his own playground
1 year, 3 months 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, 3 months 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, 3 months 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, 3 months 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 fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight' - with Timothee Chalamet's performance as the chocolatier enchanting moviegoers
1 year, 3 months 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, 3 months 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, 3 months 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 …

'I Have Lots Of Children And Need Money': Hugh Grant Cheekily Defends 'Wonka' Role
1 year, 3 months ago

'I Have Lots Of Children And Need Money': Hugh Grant Cheekily Defends 'Wonka' Role

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Hugh Grant is once again making headlines — for being a cheeky grump. The notorious eye roller is boldly admitting that he hated filming “Wonka”, as the Willy Wonka prequel required extensive motion capture to turn him into an Oompa Loompa. “It was like a crown of thorns, very unconformable,” he recently told Metro about the array …

‘Wonka’ star Hugh Grant explains why he ‘hated’ playing an Oompa Loompa
1 year, 3 months ago

‘Wonka’ star Hugh Grant explains why he ‘hated’ playing an Oompa Loompa

LA Times  

Hugh Grant’s casting as an Oompa Loompa previously drew criticism from the dwarfism community, who felt the role should’ve gone to a short-statured actor. “Wonka” star Hugh Grant was back to his curmudgeonly ways while talking about his latest role as an Oompa Loompa. However, his ire wasn’t directed at the actual character but toward the computerized process involved in …

Wonka review: Timothee Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel
1 year, 3 months 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 …

Hugh Grant ‘hated’ playing an Oompa-Loompa in Wonka
1 year, 3 months ago

Hugh Grant ‘hated’ playing an Oompa-Loompa in Wonka

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 star Hugh Grant has revealed he “hated” the motion-capture process …

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, 3 months 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 …

Hugh Grant, 63, looks more in love than ever with his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein, 40, as they pose at the Wonka premiere in Paris ahead of his controversial role as an Oompa Loompa
1 year, 3 months ago

Hugh Grant, 63, looks more in love than ever with his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein, 40, as they pose at the Wonka premiere in Paris ahead of his controversial role as an Oompa Loompa

Daily Mail  

Hugh Grant, and his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein looked every inch the happy couple as they attended the Wonka premiere in Paris on Friday night. Hugh Grant, and his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein looked every inch the happy couple as they attended the Wonka premiere in Paris on Friday night The iconic actor, 63, who plays an Oompa-Loompa in the …

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, 3 months 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, …

Olivia Colman shows off her newly-dyed platinum blonde hair as she and Timothee Chamalet attend Wonka photocall after rave early reviews
1 year, 3 months ago

Olivia Colman shows off her newly-dyed platinum blonde hair as she and Timothee Chamalet attend Wonka photocall after rave early reviews

Daily Mail  

Olivia Colman and Timothee Chamalet continued their promotional leg of the film Wonka on Wednesday, after early reviews hailed it 'surprisingly good'. Olivia, 49, and leading man Timothee, 27, who portrays inventive chocolatier Willy Wonka in the film, attended the Wonka photocall at Bloomsbury Ballroom in the capital. Olivia Colman and Timothee Chamalet continued their promotional leg of the film …

Olivia Colman puts on loved-up display with husband Ed Sinclair as they make rare red carpet appearance together at Wonka premiere
1 year, 3 months ago

Olivia Colman puts on loved-up display with husband Ed Sinclair as they make rare red carpet appearance together at Wonka premiere

Daily Mail  

Olivia Colman looked smitten with her husband Ed Sinclair as the couple made a rare red carpet appearance together at the premiere for her new film Wonka on Tuesday. The star sported a new platinum blonde hair colour as she struck some elegant poses in front of the Christmas trees on the red carpet. Olivia Colman looked smitten with her …

Timothée Chalamet resembles wrapped up chocolate bar in lavender leather ensemble at Tokyo premiere of Wonka
1 year, 4 months 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, …

Internet reacts as Timothée Chalamet and tiny Hugh Grant come face to face in new Wonka trailer. Watch
1 year, 5 months ago

Internet reacts as Timothée Chalamet and tiny Hugh Grant come face to face in new Wonka trailer. Watch

Hindustan Times  

The second trailer for Wonka is here. Watch their new trailer here: What's new in second Wonka trailer In the new trailer, more details of young Willy Wonka's origin story unfold, including the moment Wonka first met an Oompa-Loompa named Lofty. Another also took to X, writing, "A colourful new Wonka trailer has arrived – with a tiny Hugh Grant …

Wonka trailer: Timothee Chalamet and Oompa-Loompa Hugh Grant stand up to bullies - as the colorful candy factory is seen for the first time
1 year, 5 months ago

Wonka trailer: Timothee Chalamet and Oompa-Loompa Hugh Grant stand up to bullies - as the colorful candy factory is seen for the first time

Daily Mail  

The second trailer for Wonka starring Timothee Chalamet dropped on Thursday, October 12. The latest: The second trailer for Wonka starring Timothee Chalamet dropped on Thursday, October 12 Magical: The Warner Bros. Pictures musical fantasy film is set to be released in theaters on December 15, 2023 Timothee, who is currently in a relationship with Kylie Jenner, told Vogue magazine …

Jackass star hits out at Hugh Grant’s casting as an Oompa Loompa in Wonka
1 year, 7 months ago

Jackass star hits out at Hugh Grant’s casting as an Oompa Loompa in Wonka

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 Jackass performer Jason Acuña, better known by …

Wonka stars were submerged in real warm chocolate that ‘tasted as good as it looked’ on prequel set
1 year, 8 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, 8 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, 8 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 …

Timothée Chalamet Is The Candy Man Of Our Dreams In New 'Wonka' Trailer
1 year, 8 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, 8 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 …

Wonka: Timothee Chalamet spotted filming at Oxford University
3 years, 1 month ago

Wonka: Timothee Chalamet spotted filming at Oxford University

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 Timothée Chalamet has been spotted at Oxford …

Timothee Chalamet shares first look as young Willy Wonka, fans are excited
3 years, 5 months ago

Timothee Chalamet shares first look as young Willy Wonka, fans are excited

Hindustan Times  

Actor Timothee Chalamet has shared the first look of himself as the younger version of author Roald Dahl's famous character of inventor and chocolate genius Willy Wonka. Timothee Chalamet is set to play a young Willy Wonka. While a hint of the camera was evident, it The story, co-written by Paul, will focus on a young Willy Wonka and his …

Timothee Chalamet reveals the two pieces of career advice his ‘hero’ once gave him
3 years, 5 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 …

Fans react to first look at Timothée Chalamet in Wonka: ‘The sexification of Willy Wonka needs to stop’
3 years, 5 months ago

Fans react to first look at Timothée Chalamet in Wonka: ‘The sexification of Willy Wonka needs to stop’

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 left Charlie and the Chocolate Factory fans conflicted as …

Timothee Chalamet reveals first look as young Willy Wonka
3 years, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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 …

Keegan Michael Key joins Timothee Chalamet in Warner Bros.' Wonka origin story movie
3 years, 6 months ago

Keegan Michael Key joins Timothee Chalamet in Warner Bros.' Wonka origin story movie

Daily Mail  

Warner Bros. are rounding out the cast for its upcoming Wonka, an origin story about the beloved Willy Wonka character, with Keegan Michael Key signing on. Keegan cast: Warner Bros. are rounding out the cast for its upcoming Wonka, an origin story about the beloved Willy Wonka character, with Keegan Michael Key signing on Timothee: The studio had brought aboard …

Timothée Chalamet to play Willy Wonka in origin story backed by Warner Bros
3 years, 10 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 …

Willy Wonka prequel: ‘Unnecessary’ origin film lambasted on Twitter following announcement
4 years, 2 months ago

Willy Wonka prequel: ‘Unnecessary’ origin film lambasted on Twitter following announcement

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 A prequel film focusing on the character of Willy Wonka from …

Warner Bros sets Wonka prequel for 2023 release; Paddington director Paul King to direct
4 years, 2 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 …

Taika Waititi will helm two Netflix series based on ‘Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’
5 years ago

Taika Waititi will helm two Netflix series based on ‘Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’

The Hindu  

Filmmaker-writer Taika Waititi is set to direct two animated series based on Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for Netflix. Waititi, who won an Academy Award in February for his adapted screenplay, Jojo Rabbit, will also serve as the writer and producer on the animated series. According to Deadline, the first series will be based on the world of …

Willy Wonka child star Denise Nickerson in 'critical condition' after suffering stroke
6 years, 8 months ago

Willy Wonka child star Denise Nickerson in 'critical condition' after suffering stroke

The Independent  

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Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory's Denise Nickerson suffers a stroke
6 years, 8 months ago

Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory's Denise Nickerson suffers a stroke

Daily Mail  

Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory actress Denise Nickerson is in need of help after suffering from a stroke in June. Nickerson was a child actress when she played Violet Beauregarde, the girl who blows up into a large blueberry shape after breaking factory rules, in the 1971 musical film with Gene Wilder. Struggling: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory …

Willy Wonka reboot: Ryan Gosling linked to iconic role
7 years, 8 months ago

Willy Wonka reboot: Ryan Gosling linked to iconic 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. Highlighting their lack of pure imagination is the new Willy Wonka film, reports indicating Warner …

Gene Wilder dead: How the actor came up with his iconic Willy Wonka entrance and costume
8 years, 6 months ago

Gene Wilder dead: How the actor came up with his iconic Willy Wonka entrance and costume

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 Gene Wilder’s death has sparked an outpouring of love for his …

Will it be a Golden Ticket? Sam Mendes' Charlie and the Chocolate Factory opens tonight
11 years, 9 months ago

Will it be a Golden Ticket? Sam Mendes' Charlie and the Chocolate Factory opens tonight

The Independent  

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‘Willy Wonka’ director Mel Stuart refused ‘talking down to children’
12 years, 7 months ago

‘Willy Wonka’ director Mel Stuart refused ‘talking down to children’

LA Times  

When “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” was released in 1971, director Mel Stuart had no inkling that the film would go on to be a beloved classic. The director, who died Thursday at 83, faced some scathing initial reviews for his adaptation of Roald Dahl’s children’s book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Daily Variety called Gene Wilder’s Wonka “cynical …

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