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Prequel Film

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entertainment2 years ago

Timothée Chalamet dazzles in all-singing, all-dancing 'Wonka' teaser trailer

Director Paul King teases the upcoming prequel film "Wonka," starring Timothée Chalamet as the iconic chocolatier. The film, set to be released in December, offers a fresh take on the character and aims to answer unanswered questions about Wonka. King promises an all-singing, all-dancing Chalamet and reveals that he drew inspiration from Roald Dahl's personal archives and early drafts of the novel. The movie features a star-studded cast, including Hugh Grant as a grumpy Oompa-Loompa, and was filmed both on soundstages and on location in the UK. "Wonka" hits North American theaters on December 15.

entertainment2 years ago

"Timothée Chalamet brings mischievous charm to 'Wonka' prequel, staying true to the original"

Director Paul King discusses his approach to the upcoming Willy Wonka prequel film, "Wonka," starring Timothée Chalamet. King explains that he didn't want to reinvent the iconic elements of the original 1971 film but rather create a companion piece that explores the backstory of the beloved character. The film follows a young Willy Wonka as he opens a chocolate shop and faces challenges from the Chocolate Cartel. King emphasizes the emotional core of the story and expresses his excitement for Chalamet's portrayal. He also acknowledges the enduring legacy of Gene Wilder's performance and sees this new film as a separate entity.