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 didn’t have to audition for his leading role in the film. The forthcoming movie serves as a prequel to Roald Dahl’s 1964 children’s novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which follows competition winner Charlie Bucket on a tour of Willy Wonka’s magical chocolate factory. Timothée Chalamet in ‘Wonka’ “To work on something that will have an uncynical young audience, that was just a big joy. “In a time and climate of intense political rhetoric, when there’s so much bad news all the time, this is hopefully going to be a piece of chocolate.” Wonka’s first trailer was released this week.

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Willy Wonka Experience actor breaks silence on disastrous tour
1 year 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 …

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, …

‘Wonka’ waltzes to $39 million opening, propelled by Chalamet’s starring role
1 year, 3 months 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, 3 months 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 …

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 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 …

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 …

Wonka film review: ‘Relentlessly wacky and over the top’
1 year, 3 months 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 …

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, …

Wonka's First Reactions: Timothee Chalamet Is The Most Magical Thing In This Musical
1 year, 3 months 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 …

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 …

Wonka first reactions: Timothee Chalamet praised for 'charming, pitch-perfect performance' in early reviews for the 'surprisingly good' origin tale
1 year, 3 months 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, 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, …

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 …

‘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 …

Wonka trailer: Timothee Chalamet steps into Johnny Depp's shoes to set up greatest chocolate shop ever as young Wonka
1 year, 8 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 …

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 …

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 …

Netflix buys Willy Wonka author Roald Dahl’s catalog
3 years, 6 months ago

Netflix buys Willy Wonka author Roald Dahl’s catalog

LA Times  

Netflix has acquired the works of Roald Dahl, the late British author of celebrated children’s books such as “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” The video streaming giant said Wednesday that it acquired the Roald Dahl Story Co., which manages the rights to the author’s characters and stories. The deal builds on a partnership struck in 2018 to create a slate …

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 …

How the Willy Wonka film impacted the lives of its child actors
3 years, 9 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, 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  

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 Former child star Denise Nickerson, who starred in 1971 classic Willy …

Donald Glover is up against Ryan Gosling for lead role in Willy Wonka prequel
6 years, 9 months ago

Donald Glover is up against Ryan Gosling for lead role in Willy Wonka prequel

Daily Mail  

Donald Glover is ready to jump into his next project: playing Willy Wonka. There are new reports that the 34-year-old Solo: A Star Wars Story actor is just one of three A-list actors being chased for an upcoming Willy Wonka origins film, according to Collider. Warner Bros has begun putting together a shortlist of stars for the legendary role, and …

Paddington director Paul King being considered to helm Willy Wonka reboot backed by Warner Bros
7 years, 1 month ago

Paddington director Paul King being considered to helm Willy Wonka reboot backed by Warner Bros

Firstpost  

If Paul King is indeed roped in as a director for the Willy Wonka reboot, he would again collaborate with David Heyman, the producer of the two Paddington movies. Los Angeles: Paddington director Paul King is in talks to direct a reboot of Willy Wonka, based on Roald Dahl’s 1964 children’s novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Wonka is the …

Paddington 2 director Paul King in talks to direct Willy Wonka origins movie
7 years, 1 month ago

Paddington 2 director Paul King in talks to direct Willy Wonka origins movie

The Independent  

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Charlie “of” the Chocolate Factory
7 years, 4 months ago

Charlie “of” the Chocolate Factory

The Hindu  

He is one of the most engrossing storytellers of all-time; he has written wonderful books which have captured our attention. He is the creator of smashing stories including Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and The BFG. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a fantastic read, and is one of Dahl’s most successful books. Wonka asks Charlie to stay back …

Charlie in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was going to be black but Roald Dahl's agent got him to change it
7 years, 6 months ago

Charlie in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was going to be black but Roald Dahl's agent got him to change it

The Independent  

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Roald Dahl Day: Here’s why the world celebrates this children’s author’s birthday
7 years, 6 months ago

Roald Dahl Day: Here’s why the world celebrates this children’s author’s birthday

Hindustan Times  

Mention the name Charlie and what comes to mind is the chocolate factory and glass elevator. On Dahl’s birthday, today, which is being celebrated as Roald Dahl Day, here are some facts about this popular children’s author that you would want to know: It’s author Roald Dahl’s birthday today. Dahl’s creations were later used by Warner Bros Cartoons in several …

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