Movie Review: PADDINGTON IN PERU
Based on the character, Paddington Bear, created by Michael Bond, Paddington (2014), a live action animated comedy, was a box-office hit.
Based on its success, Paddington 2 (2017) followed, both directed by Paul King. While the first movie was about a soft and polite bear that migrates from the jungles of Peru to the streets of London and is adopted by the Brown family, followed by an unknown person who has a hidden agenda. In the sequel, it gets imprisoned for a crime not committed and the bear has to prove its innocence for its acquittal
Paddington in Peru is the third instalment of the famous franchise. The Brown family sets out into the Peruvian jungles to track Paddington’s aunt Lucy who is lost.
This 3rd film marks the directorial debut of Dougal Wilson.
The 3rd part is a full-fledged family entertainer full of adventures, exploration of mountains, jungles, rivers and complex ancient ruins. The camerawork capturing the vista of vast rivers and mountains and the quaint props, be on the boat or in the quaint plane, add to the viewing pleasure.
The adventure portions are both gripping and breathtakingly shot, keeping you on edge and at the same time taking you back in Time to a different era.
Apart from ample adventure and suspense there is a generous sprinkling of British wit and humor, and sentiment and emotions to keep the viewer invested in the lives of the characters on screen.
A delightful holiday watch for both kids and families
RATING 4/5
CREDITS –
The cast includes Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Antonio Banderas, Olivia Colman and Ben Whishaw (voice of Paddington)
Cinematography- Erik Wilson
Music –Dario Marianelli
Sony Pictures Release
