Wonka first reactions out: Critics hail Timothée Chalamet's ‘charismatic’ leading turn in heartfelt musical
1 year, 3 months ago

Wonka first reactions out: Critics hail Timothée Chalamet's ‘charismatic’ leading turn in heartfelt musical

Hindustan Times  

The first reactions to Timothée Chalamet’s highly anticipated Wonka are here! Wonka gets a thumbs up Film Critic Perri Nemiroff of Collider wrote, "#Wonka is a super charming delight powered by an exceptional & pitch-perfect performance from Timothée Chalamet. Film critic Courtney Howard wrote, “Wonka is a winning confection, filled with perfect amounts of charm, whimsy & poignancy, powered by pure imagination & bright, nimble musical numbers. #Wonka is his take on ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ meets ‘Cruel Intentions.’ Timothée Chalamet goes for it, and then some.

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Why Timothée Chalamet is too sweet for Wonka
1 year, 2 months 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 …

'Wonka' version of 'Pure Imagination' has new lyrics, less sadness
1 year, 3 months ago

'Wonka' version of 'Pure Imagination' has new lyrics, less sadness

LA Times  

Warning: The following contains spoilers for “Wonka.” The ending of “Wonka” begins with three dissonant tones that are instantly recognizable to fans of “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.” They are, of course, the opening notes of the 1971 movie’s most beloved song, “Pure Imagination.” “Come with me and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination,” sings Timothée Chalamet …

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 star Timothee Chalamet ‘warned’ over ‘sexy Hull accent’ remark
1 year, 3 months 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 fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight'
1 year, 3 months ago

Wonka fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight'

Daily Mail  

"Wonka," the film depicting the origin story of Roald Dahl's renowned chocolatier, has received glowing reviews following its theater release on Friday. "Wonka" features a star-studded cast including Keegan-Michael Key, Matt Lucas, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, and rising star Calah Lane. The origin story of Willy Wonka, based on Roald Dahl's 1964 novel "Charlie and the …

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 …

In ‘Wonka,’ Timothée Chalamet finds a world of pure imagination
1 year, 3 months ago

In ‘Wonka,’ Timothée Chalamet finds a world of pure imagination

Associated Press  

Hugh Grant learned some years ago that if a filmmaker doesn’t make something from the heart, it shows. With a beloved troupe of actors, including Grant, Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Keegan-Michael Key, Natasha Rothwell and Paterson Joseph as well as newcomer Calah Lane, its vibrant costumes and sets and a contagious “let’s put on a show” …

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 …

Wonka: First reactions hail Timothée Chalamet as ‘endlessly charming’ lead
1 year, 3 months 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 …

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 …

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 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, …

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