13/20
The director of the previous two films, Paul King, decided not to direct this installment
Plot
Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now lives in a retirement bear home. When the Brown family gets caught, a thrilling adventure ensues as the mystery takes them on an unexpected journey.
Graham Norton stars: Billy Crystal / Emily Mortimer / Hugh Bonneville / Pharrell Williams / Michael Kiwanuka (2024)
However, he introduced the idea for this third film and was involved as an executive producer. Paddington Peru is definitely the weakest of the trilogy, with the absence of Paul King and Simon Farnaby really felt, but it’s still a charming third installment that doesn’t lose its essence and wraps up everything set up in the first act.
sorted for another satisfactory third act
It’s a consistently fun adventure that never forgets the story of an immigrant at the center of the plot as Paddington struggles to balance his past and future. Ben Whishaw remains absolutely precious with another pitch-perfect vocal performance, keeping Paddington a much-needed cinematic balm.
Hugh Bonneville is really funny when he tries to be more daring, and Emily Mortimer is a worthy replacement, although Sally Hawkins misses out
Antonio Banderas has to do whatever it is that got in his way in Dial of Destiny, having a great time doing it, and Olivia Colman as the shadowy singing nun is another big highlight. Dougal Wilson’s direction brings just enough whimsy, carrying over ideas from its predecessors and some new and inventive ones, as well as some well-placed references to other films.
There’s plenty of physical comedy, as usual, and it’s always up for grabs
CGI is pushed to its limits like never before, and it’s even more impressive that the effects that bring Paddington to life rarely falter despite the sheer amount of CGI this time around.