- King Charles make surprising cameos in "Paddington in Peru"
- Queen Elizabeth's will also feature in a cameo
- The film premieres on November 8
In a delightful twist for royal enthusiasts, King Charles makes an unexpected appearance in the eagerly awaited film 'Paddington in Peru.' The 75-year-old monarch's cameo is subtle yet charming, as his face graces a stamp on a letter received by "Paddington Bear" at the film's outset. This unique portrayal features a rare, front-facing image of the King, diverging from the traditional profile views commonly seen.
The scene unfolds in the cozy setting of "Mr. and Mrs. Brown's" London home, where "Paddington Bear" resides. As "Mrs. Brown" hands "Paddington" a letter from his "Aunt Lucy" in Peru, the stamp with King Charles’ portrait becomes clearly visible. This royal touch adds an intriguing layer to "Paddington's" latest cinematic adventure.
A heartfelt nod to the late Queen Elizabeth
Shortly after King Charles' cameo, the film pays homage to another royal figure—the late Queen Elizabeth. As "Paddington" remains in his room, the camera lingers on a photograph depicting the Queen enjoying tea with "Paddington," both sharing warm smiles. This image, originally created for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, adds a poignant touch to the film.
The inclusion of the late Queen's cameo was confirmed by Rosie Alison, the producer of the third installment featuring Michael Bond’s beloved bear. Alison told 'Variety,' “[The royal family] were actually very happy for it to happen. But we don’t like to make a big deal of it, because Paddington’s obviously a very modest fellow.”
A star-studded cast and new adventures
Scheduled for release in the UK on November 8, 'Paddington in Peru' follows the bear as he embarks on a journey to Peru to visit "Aunt Lucy," now residing at the "Home for Retired Bears." The film sees the return of beloved characters played by Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, and Imelda Staunton.
Joining the cast are newcomers Emily Mortimer, taking over the role of "Mrs. Brown," previously portrayed by Sally Hawkins, alongside Olivia Colman and Antonio Banderas. During the film's first screening in London, audiences were captivated by Olivia Colman’s portrayal of a guitar-playing nun with a secret, eliciting laughter throughout the theater.
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The film also features a brief yet hilarious appearance by comedic villain "Phoenix Buchanan," played by Hugh Grant. In a memorable scene, "Paddington" visits "Phoenix" in jail, introducing him to his “tribe” who have traveled from Peru to explore "Paddington’"s London world. This comedic interaction adds a light-hearted conclusion to "Paddington’s" adventure.
