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Hugh Grant says he ‘hated’ playing an Oompa-Loompa in Wonka film: ‘It was very uncomfortable’

The actor said he only took the role because ‘I have lots of children and need money’

Evening Standard

“I Made A Big Fuss About It”: Hugh Grant Shares “Uncomfortable” Experience Filming “Wonka”

Oompa, Loompa, doom-pa-dee-do; Hugh Grant has a perfect puzzle for you.

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Hugh Grant 'Hated' Filming Wonka And The Process Sounds Intense

Hugh Grant explains why he "hated" filming Wonka, and the process of shooting it sounds pretty intense.

Cinemablend

In ‘Wonka,’ Timothée Chalamet finds a world of pure imagination

Like the “Paddington” movies, “Wonka” was dreamt up by Paul King, a lifetime Roald Dahl fan and a writer and director whom his collaborators somewhat universally agree may actually be Paddington in a human costume

The Independent UK

Wonka review: Timothée Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel

The Oompa Loompas are still problematic, but director Paul King’s follow-up to the Paddington movies can’t help but charm

The Independent UK

2023's Most Surprising Fantasy Movie Revitalizes an Underrated Genre

Turns out, pure imagination is camp. Paul King brings that 'Paddington' magic to 'Wonka,' a prequel featuring one of Timothée Chalamet's strangest and most fascinating performances.

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Wonka movie review: Timothée Chalamet is simply scrumptious in this rollicking sweet treat

Chalamet is very much the star of the chocolatier's origin story but the flawless ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant as an Ooompa Loompa, bring the film to life

Evening Standard

Hugh Grant ‘hated’ playing an Oompa-Loompa in Wonka

Grant described his discomfort during the motion-capture process as ‘like a crown of thorns’

The Independent UK

Hugh Grant Reveals There's Only One Storyline In Love Actually He Likes Watching (And He's Wrong, But We Love Him Anyway)

Which Love Actually plot does movie star Hugh Grant love most? Hint: it's not the one you're thinking.

Cinemablend

Timothée Chalamet Says He Took Notes From His Dune Co-Star Zendaya When It Came To The Wonka Red Carpet, And He Understood The Assignment

Style icon Chalamet praised his Dune castmate Zendaya for her savvy fashion choices during movie promos.

Cinemablend

Why Hugh Grant ‘hated’ playing an Oompa-Loompa in Wonka

Grant described his discomfort during the motion-capture process as ‘like a crown of thorns’

The Independent UK

Love Actually creator addresses a Hugh Grant costume blunder that you might have missed

Exclusive: Richard Curtis tells GamesRadar+ that there’s one error in Love Actually he can’t unsee

Total Film

Richard Curtis on the enduring legacy of Love Actually, his favorite Christmas movie, and his return to the genre with Genie

Exclusive: Richard Curtis opens up to GamesRadar+ about his new movie Genie and the enduring legacy of Christmas movies

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Evening Standard

Timothée Chalamet reveals he didn’t turn to Johnny Depp for advice on playing Willy Wonka in new flick

The actor, 27, stars as the eccentric founder of the Wonka Chocolate Factory in the new musical movie

Evening Standard

Girls Aloud reveal Love Actually track 'saved them' after fears they would be dropped by record label

The band also revealed their plans to honour late bandmate Sarah Harding during their tour next year

Marie Claire

Timothée Chalamet silences early criticism for Wonka with glowing first reviews

His performance has been called 'exceptional'

Total Film

Wonka first reactions call the film a “delightfully sweet treat” with an “exceptional” performance from Timothée Chalamet

It looks like the Paddington director has yet another successful movie on his hands

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The Independent UK

Richard Curtis on Christmas, creepy scenes and romantic surprises: ‘In the corner, fuming with anger, was Hugh Grant’

The man behind ‘Love, Actually’ and ‘Notting Hill’ sits down with Paapa Essiedu, his new leading man in ‘Genie’, to talk to Ellie Harrison about his romcom back catalogue, their new festive family movie – and whether Curtis’s daughter would approve

Cinemablend

First Wonka Reactions Are In, And Timothée Chalamet's Performance Is Getting A Lot Of Praise

Paul King's Wonka has found its first audiences and there's a lot of rave reactions about Timothée Chalamet's Willy Wonka.

Cinemablend

I Know Wonka Is Coming Out, But Somehow I Didn’t Have Timothée Chalamet Singing The Oompa Loompa Song On My Bingo Card

Timothée Chalamet quoted 1971's Charlie And The Chocolate Factory's "Oompa Loompa" song while attending the Tokyo Wonka premiere.

Ideal Home

TikTok is championing a relatable interior trend that will make you feel like you're in a Richard Curtis film

Style your home like Hugh Grant is your love interest

Cinemablend

I Just Watched Love Actually For The First Time Outside Of Cable, And It Turns Out I Was Missing Entire Raunchy Storylines For Years

I've seen Love Actually on television countless times, but it wasn't until my first viewing on streaming I realized the movie is entirely different.

Salon

22 facts to know about "Love Actually"

The beloved, yet controversial holiday ensemble film celebrates its 20th anniversary this year

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