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Paddington Movie Review

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Review for the film " Paddington"

Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video

Runtime: 1 Hour 35 Minutes

Certificate: U

Released: 16-01-2015

Genre: Family, Comedy

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CAST & CREW

Colin Firth

Jim Broadbent

Philip Jackson

Vic Waghorn

Nina Gold

Ancuta Breaban

Julie Walters

Nicole Kidman

Sally Hawkins

David Heyman

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Producer:

David Heyman

Music Director:

Nick Urata

Editor:

Mark Everson

Director:

Paul King

Supporting Actress:

Ancuta Breaban

Sally Hawkins

Nicole Kidman

Julie Walters

Costume Designer:

Lindy Hemming

Art Director:

Su Whitaker

Steven Lawrence

Justin Warburton Brown

Eric Víquez

Co-Producer:

Alexandra Ferguson

Director of Photography:

Erik Wilson

Executive Producer:

Michael Donovan

Michael Hirsh

Rosie Alison

Steven DeNure

Line Producer:

Manohar Tahilramani

Casting Director:

Theo Park

Nina Gold

Screenplay Writer:

Paul King

Story Writer:

Michael Bond

Production Designer:

Gary Williamson

Set Decorator:

Cathy Cosgrove

Supporting Actor:

Jim Broadbent

Colin Firth

Philip Jackson

Vic Waghorn

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Michael Bond’s classic Paddington franchise has found its cinematic entry.

When a bear is extremely courteous, that itself draws the attention of the children. And when the bear, who hails from Peru, is presented in a film with loads of comedy, should I say that it’s a treat for children? Well, you should watch the film to accept my statement.

Plot

The young hero, the courageous Paddington bear, journeys all the way to London from Peru, since his locale is destroyed. He has nothing with him except marmalade, which was given to him by his aunt Lucy. His aunt convinces him that the British takes care of the children evacuated by war. While in London, Paddington is for a short period taken care of by the Browns (who are exceptionally good to him inspite of the problems they face). Now watch the movie to know how it proceeds, whether it is predictable or unpredictable…..

Star Peformances

The star ensemble is amazing. Ben Whishaw Ben Whishaw is a versatile English actor. He was b >> Read More... adds life to the gentle bear through his earnest voice. Also, the CGI-animated bear’s “performance” is quite expressive. Sally Hawkins Sally Cecilia Hawkins is an English actress. She i >> Read More... , Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters Julie Walters is an English writer and a film actr >> Read More... and Nicole Kidman Pronounced as one of the sexiest women alive and a >> Read More... do their parts in a convincing manner.

Analysis

Paul King, who is famous for The Mighty Boosh, a television series, has helmed direction for Paddington. He has handled the movie in such a way that it proves a convincing treat to the children. The movie is produced by Heydey Films, which has given us the Harry Potter series.

What’s there?

There is the right blend of silliness and melancholy in the movie.
The movie is a visual treat. London is shown beautifully in the film.
Both the titular character and the other human characters are well-etched and well presented.
The contemporary feel of the film has been done quite well.

What’s not there?

The script could have been given more flesh.

Verdict

A film that will vibe well with the target audience.