"An instant holiday classic"
Wonka starring Timothee Chalamet in the titular role had its premiere in London last night and the reviews are starting to come in.
#wonka is an instant holiday classic & a truly magical time at the movies 🥰 paul king’s whimsical style works as well here as it did in paddington, every musical number enchants, & the entire ensemble takes turns stealing the show, led by an endlessly charming timothée chalamet. pic.twitter.com/O887KYp4CY
— Zoë Rose Bryant (@ZoeRoseBryant) November 28, 2023
The movie acts as a prequel to the previous Charlie & The Chocolate Factory films, based off the book by Roald Dahl.
While this story is not based on the writings of Roald Dahl, it tells the story of Willy Wonka and how he came to be the famous chocolatier that he is.
Plus, it stars Hugh Grant as a scene-stealing Oompa Loompa!
While Paul King's #Wonka doesn't quite reach the charming and beguiling heights of the Paddington movies, it is still a delightfully sweet treat. Timothée Chalamet's titular dandy is endearing and fun while Hugh Grant's Oompa-Loompa steals every scene he is in. #WonkaMovie pic.twitter.com/SRMSFcJ0Gy
— Simon Thompson (@ShowbizSimon) November 28, 2023
#Wonka is absolute magic! the way the film feels like a classic 90s family film yet so modern at the same time is incredible. timothée chalamet is so magnetic and truly a movie star 🍫 calah lane, olivia colman, hugh grant and paterson joseph create a perfect ensemble pic.twitter.com/VS1bte3e8Z
— kenzie xcx (@kenzvanunu) November 28, 2023
Could be the perfect Christmas trip to the cinema!
Wonka is coming to Irish cinemas on the 8th of December, why not can book a ticket at an IMC cinema near you?
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