Wonka fans brand film 'a whimsical treasure and delight'
!["Wonka," the film depicting the origin story of Roald Dahl's renowned chocolatier, has received glowing reviews following its theater release on Friday. Audiences who saw the film, featuring Timothée Chalamet in the lead role, praised it as 'amazing,' 'glorious,' and 'whimsical.' The movie's impact was profound, with one viewer admitting to being moved to tears. They remarked, "I'm probably the first to say this, but there was sobbing in the movie theater, and Timothée singing 'Pure Imagination' was the perfect bow to tie that heartfelt moment all together."](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78738917-0-image-a-73_1702055223079.jpg)
"Wonka," the film depicting the origin story of Roald Dahl's renowned chocolatier, has received glowing reviews following its theater release on Friday. Audiences who saw the film, featuring Timothée Chalamet in the lead role, praised it as 'amazing,' 'glorious,' and 'whimsical.' The movie's impact was profound, with one viewer admitting to being moved to tears. They remarked, "I'm probably the first to say this, but there was sobbing in the movie theater, and Timothée singing 'Pure Imagination' was the perfect bow to tie that heartfelt moment all together."
!["Wonka" features a star-studded cast including Keegan-Michael Key, Matt Lucas, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, and rising star Calah Lane. A wave of X users have been raving about the film, with one saying, "Wonka is a sweet and fun ride that'll sure leave you in a sugar rush!" Another user enthused, "It is an absolute delight! So full of whimsy and charm, music and colour - I smiled from start to finish... Wonka is an absolute delight. LOVED IT." Many are urging others to "definitely go watch it if you get the chance". The lead actor's performance, in particular, has garnered significant praise.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78738971-0-image-a-74_1702055425703.jpg)
"Wonka" features a star-studded cast including Keegan-Michael Key, Matt Lucas, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, and rising star Calah Lane. A wave of X users have been raving about the film, with one saying, "Wonka is a sweet and fun ride that'll sure leave you in a sugar rush!" Another user enthused, "It is an absolute delight! So full of whimsy and charm, music and colour - I smiled from start to finish... Wonka is an absolute delight. LOVED IT." Many are urging others to "definitely go watch it if you get the chance". The lead actor's performance, in particular, has garnered significant praise.
![Fans of the "Dune" actor praised his performance in "Wonka," with one viewer commenting, "I went to see Wonka today and it was amazing! I loved it so much, and Timothee was AMAZING!... 'I had so much fun with Wonka - it is delightfully wholesome and the songs were incredibly catchy." Another fan highlighted Chalamet's versatility, saying, "Also enjoyed Chalamet's turn as the chocolatier - the dude can sing AND dance!"](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78736381-0-image-a-75_1702055443676.jpg)
Fans of the "Dune" actor praised his performance in "Wonka," with one viewer commenting, "I went to see Wonka today and it was amazing! I loved it so much, and Timothee was AMAZING!... 'I had so much fun with Wonka - it is delightfully wholesome and the songs were incredibly catchy." Another fan highlighted Chalamet's versatility, saying, "Also enjoyed Chalamet's turn as the chocolatier - the dude can sing AND dance!"
![Other cast members also received attention, notably Hugh Grant, despite controversy over his casting as an Oompah-Loompah. George Coppen, whose father was an Ewok in "Star Wars," argued that the role should have gone to an actor with dwarfism. However, a viewer who saw the film on its UK opening day, December 8, said, "Hugh Grant nailed the Oompa-Loompa!" Additionally, while some questioned the need for the spin-off, a viewer admitted to being pleasantly surprised by the prequel.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78706103-0-image-a-76_1702055467928.jpg)
Other cast members also received attention, notably Hugh Grant, despite controversy over his casting as an Oompah-Loompah. George Coppen, whose father was an Ewok in "Star Wars," argued that the role should have gone to an actor with dwarfism. However, a viewer who saw the film on its UK opening day, December 8, said, "Hugh Grant nailed the Oompa-Loompa!" Additionally, while some questioned the need for the spin-off, a viewer admitted to being pleasantly surprised by the prequel.
!["Wonka was the biggest surprise of the year for me," one viewer said. "I had low expectations for a prequel I thought was unnecessary and unwanted. I was wrong. It was whimsical, charming, and overwhelmingly entertaining." The director, Paul King, also received acclaim. Having previously found success with the two "Paddington" films, "Wonka" seems to echo their whimsical and fun style.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78734015-0-image-a-77_1702055478331.jpg)
"Wonka was the biggest surprise of the year for me," one viewer said. "I had low expectations for a prequel I thought was unnecessary and unwanted. I was wrong. It was whimsical, charming, and overwhelmingly entertaining." The director, Paul King, also received acclaim. Having previously found success with the two "Paddington" films, "Wonka" seems to echo their whimsical and fun style.
!["Paul King surprised me with 'Wonka' as its sugar-coated goodness left me smiling from head to toe," one X user posted. "It does enter familiar territory, but its wonderful nature makes it easily excusable. Timothee Chalamet is just so fun. I was swept up in the world of imagination." The origin story of Willy Wonka, based on Roald Dahl's 1964 novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," is yet to premiere in U.S. theaters, set to arrive across the Atlantic on December 15.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78730601-0-image-a-78_1702055485498.jpg)
"Paul King surprised me with 'Wonka' as its sugar-coated goodness left me smiling from head to toe," one X user posted. "It does enter familiar territory, but its wonderful nature makes it easily excusable. Timothee Chalamet is just so fun. I was swept up in the world of imagination." The origin story of Willy Wonka, based on Roald Dahl's 1964 novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," is yet to premiere in U.S. theaters, set to arrive across the Atlantic on December 15.
![Timothee Chalamet reportedly earned $9 million for his portrayal of the titular character in "Wonka," according to Variety. He secured the role over Tom Holland, Donald Glover, Ezra Miller, and Ryan Gosling. The eccentric genius, known for punishing naughty children, was first brought to life by Gene Wilder in Mel Stuart's beloved 1971 classic, "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory." However, "Wonka" has faced some criticism, or at least disappointment, for not explaining the character's more sinister traits.](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78731903-0-image-a-79_1702055524909.jpg)
Timothee Chalamet reportedly earned $9 million for his portrayal of the titular character in "Wonka," according to Variety. He secured the role over Tom Holland, Donald Glover, Ezra Miller, and Ryan Gosling. The eccentric genius, known for punishing naughty children, was first brought to life by Gene Wilder in Mel Stuart's beloved 1971 classic, "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory." However, "Wonka" has faced some criticism, or at least disappointment, for not explaining the character's more sinister traits.
![Roald Dahl's initial depiction of his famous Oompa-Loompas in the first edition of the book described them as "almost black-skinned pygmies 'imported direct from Africa!'" However, in the latest edition of the book, Chapter 16 features a significant change, with Wonka informing the children that the Oompa-Loompas were actually "Imported direct from Loompaland." This alteration reflects a shift in the portrayal of the characters. It's worth noting that at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, a sign was erected at its entrance during the summer, acknowledging that the writer's racism is considered "undeniable and indelible." Read the full story: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12842077/wonka-fans-reaction-timothee-chalamet-performance-delight-movie.html?ito=msngallery](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/12/08/17/78728947-0-image-a-80_1702055605646.jpg)
Roald Dahl's initial depiction of his famous Oompa-Loompas in the first edition of the book described them as "almost black-skinned pygmies 'imported direct from Africa!'" However, in the latest edition of the book, Chapter 16 features a significant change, with Wonka informing the children that the Oompa-Loompas were actually "Imported direct from Loompaland." This alteration reflects a shift in the portrayal of the characters. It's worth noting that at the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, a sign was erected at its entrance during the summer, acknowledging that the writer's racism is considered "undeniable and indelible." Read the full story: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12842077/wonka-fans-reaction-timothee-chalamet-performance-delight-movie.html?ito=msngallery
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