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The Magic Faraway Tree review – Enid Blyton’s more regressive ideas have been traded for fresh, witty whimsy

4/5 The co-writer of the Paddington movies has found a lovely way to tether Blyton’s work to a thoroughly modern world, with a bit of help from stars Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy

The Independent UK

The Magic Faraway Tree review – spruced up Blyton with Foy and Garfield proves fruitful

Paddington 2 co-creator Simon Farnaby branches out with adaptation of children’s classic boasting lively performances and some sharp gags

The Guardian - UK

Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy on rebooting Enid Blyton: ‘You can be responsible, or stay true to outdated ideas’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The British actors play doting parents in a new film adaptation of ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’. They speak to Louis Chilton about its joyful production, their decade-long friendship, and why the film’s creators took the right approach to Blyton’s famously problematic edges

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‘What’s under my saucepans? Rage!’ Claire Foy, Andrew Garfield and cast on the set of The Magic Faraway Tree

The trippy film of Enid Blyton’s much loved novels has been 20 years in the making. We catch up with its adult and child stars – inside a giant cake as disco-dancing elves rollerskate past

The Guardian - UK

BBC sitcom Ghosts to return after three years for feature film as Rivals star joins cast

Comedy will be back with a feature film as ‘Rivals’ star joins cast

The Independent UK

Ghosts cast hints beloved BBC sitcom is returning from the dead

Series shuffled off this mortal coil in 2023 – but a comeback appears to be happening

The Independent UK

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Best Prequel Ever Made

This Timothée Chalamet vehicle really has no business being as good as it is.

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A Cinematic Icon Gives One Last Bow In The Most Delightful Fantasy Epic Of The Year

If you are kind and polite, you’ll find joy in even the weakest Paddington movie. 'Paddington in Peru' goes to great heights, even if it relies a bit much on physical comedy.

Inverse

The Magic Faraway Tree: cast, plot and everything you need to know

The Magic Faraway Tree sees Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy and Rebecca Ferguson in a movie adaptation of the classic Enid Blyton children's story.

WhatToWatch

Wonka Director Breaks Down Exactly How The Film Channels Gene Wilder’s Original

Wonka's usage of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory as a sacred text can be boiled down to a couple of remarks from director Paul King.

Cinemablend

Wonka's Screenwriter Has A Blunt Comment For One Fan Criticism Of The Latest Movie

Wonka co-writer Simon Farnaby has once again addressed a fan criticism that labels the prequel as something it's absolutely not.

Cinemablend

‘Baddies are my new type’: Mathew Baynton on Ghosts, Wonka and wicked villains

He is about to say goodbye to his role in beloved spectral sitcom Ghosts. But dastardly turns in Wonka and a festive Agatha Christie drama suggest the actor’s future is bright – if somewhat nefarious

The Guardian - UK

Wonka co-writer Simon Farnaby clarifies movie detail after incorrect criticism

Farnaby’s efforts to educate film’s critics have not gone unnoticed by its fans

The Independent UK

‘After rehearsal, my face hurts from laughing!’ The Ghosts cast on fun, fame and their festive farewell

It’s one of the UK’s most cherished comedies, but now it’s bowing out for ever. The stars talk about nicking things from the set – and being called ‘outrageous and shameful’ by Piers Morgan

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Wonka Review: Timotheé Chalamet’s Prequel Is A Scrumdiddlyumptious Feat Of Music And Merriment

Connecting with the unabashed level of heart, humor, and yes pure imagination contained in Wonka, means devouring this cinematic confection that deserves to be the runaway hit of this season.

Total Film

Wonka director explains how the film bridges the gap to the Gene Wilder movie

Exclusive: Director Paul King and screenwriter Simon Farnaby explain how their version of Wonka becomes the character we know

The Guardian - UK

Wonka review – Timothée Chalamet’s Chocolate Factory prequel is a superbly sweet treat

Timothée Chalamet leads a beguiling cast in a backstory that rinses away all sourness from Roald Dahl’s embittered chocolatier

The Independent UK

Simon Farnaby shares hilariously blunt reply Queen gave him while filming Paddington sketch

’I lost all all of my confidence,’ actor said of exchange

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Summer TV 2023 preview: the biggest comedies you definitely don't want to miss

Looking for your Summer TV 2023 fix? Here are all the comedies you won't want to miss this season.

Marie Claire

Queen Elizabeth's unimpressed response to Paddington sketch director who asked for another take

She wasn't having any of it

Cinemablend

Wonka: An Updated Cast List For Timothée Chalamet's Charlie And The Chocolate Factory Prequel

Timothée Chalamet will star in Wonka as the titular candy maker, leading an impressive cast for the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel.

Daily Mirror

Queen shot Paddington sketch in single take and hit back when asked to 'go again'

Queen Elizabeth II, who was monarch for 70 years, was praised by an actor, who also starred in the iconic clip in which Paddington Bear met royalty at Windsor Castle

Daily Record

Queen's 'frail' health caused major change in Jubilee Paddington Bear sketch

The late monarch was widely believed to have filmed her popular Platinum Jubilee Paddington Bear Sketch at Buckingham Palace but actor Simon Farnaby has revealed that was not the case due to her bad health.

Daily Mirror

Queen's poor health led to huge change for Jubilee Paddington Bear sketch

The late Queen Elizabeth filmed her famous sketch with Paddington Bear at Windsor Castle rather than Buckingham Palace due to her health, an actor has revealed

ABC News

Kate Winslett dedicates BAFTA award to daughter, Paddington and Queen Elizabeth win most memorable moment

Derry Girls, Bad Sisters, The Traitors and Paddington are among the big winners at the BAFTA TV Awards in London.

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