Wonka
2023
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Paul Thomas King (born July 1978) is a British writer and director. He works in television, film and theatre, and specialises in comedy. He directed all 20 episodes of the BBC surreal comedy series The Mighty Boosh (2004–2007), and in 2005 he earned a British Academy Television Award nomination for Best New Director.
Paul King is a British comedy specialist who has worked in TV, film and theatre. He is known for directing The Mighty Boosh, Paddington and Wonka, and has won four BAFTA awards.
- Director, Writer, Producer
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Dec 14, 2023 · In Wonka, a new musical prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, director Paul King tells the origin story of a young Willy Wonka long before he became the sour fantasy chocolate-maker...
Dec 8, 2023 · ‘Wonka’ Director Paul King Talks Gene Wilder References and Why It Was Time to Let Go of Paddington
- Brian Davids
Rather than retell Dahl’s 1964 book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” writer-director Paul King has imagined a plucky, striving take on the character in what he calls a “companion piece ...
Feb 27, 2024 · Director Paul King discusses the rich world of Dahl's book and the challenges Timothée Chalamet faced in portraying Willy Wonka. The film features an impressive cast and unique songs crafted by songwriter Neil Hannon, adding to the magical and whimsical atmosphere.
Dec 14, 2023 · Paul King directs Olivia Colman in "Wonka." Credit: Warner Bros. In reverse-engineering a backstory for Willy Wonka, King began with, of course, the 1964 children's book Charlie and the...
