Wonka

Bob Mann of One Mann's Movies

2023-12-11

This is just SO much fun! From the brilliant opening song the film sucks you in with the same quirky brilliance that Paddington and Paddington 2... Read more

Ruth Maramis of FlixChatter

2023-12-15

Love his quirky but warmhearted sense of humor and imaginative creativity. His Wonka version has just the right amount of kookiness, magical whimsy, and heart that’s perfect for the holiday season. Read more

Don Shanahan of Every Movie Has a Lesson

2023-12-13

This lovely approachability in a fabulous package should come as no surprise for a film directed by Paul King of two cherished Paddington films and co-written by his series partner Simon Farnaby. Read more

Hope Madden of Maddwolf

2023-12-08

King’s visuals are intricate, vibrant and joyous as ever, which is a key ingredient in Wonka’s success. It’s a delight to watch. Though it never reaches the heights of either Paddington film, Wonka delivers family friendly and fun without any of the scarring side effects of the last two efforts. Read more

Alex Brannan of CineFiles Movie Reviews

2023-12-22

Paul King and his production team also conjure up one or two nicely decorated sets, and the costume design from Lindy Hemming is more colorful than most of what the script can offer. Taken as a whole, though, Wonka is less than remarkable. Read more

Filipe Freitas of Always Good Movies

2023-12-26

As a sanitized tale that succumbs to the weight of its budget, Wonka comes across as formulaic and uninspiring. The excessive use of old-school songs becomes tedious, and the story lacks the expected magic and soul that usually populate this type of picture. Read more