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Paul King & Simon Farnaby, Wonka, Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain & Leave the World Behind
Dec 8, 2023
Director and screenwriter Paul King and screenwriter Simon Farnaby discuss their new Christmas blockbuster 'Wonka', a prequel to 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'. Mark reviews 'Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain' and 'Leave the World Behind', a psychological thriller interrupted by a mysterious blackout. They also touch on holiday traditions, treasure hunting in films, the importance of specificity, and the use of music in films. The podcast explores themes of race, class, identity, and trust in 'Leave the World Behind'.
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- The film 'Wonka' is a prequel to 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', exploring the early life of Willy Wonka with a focus on capturing the whimsical and Dickensian elements of Roald Dahl's storytelling.
- 'Leave the World Behind' is a psychological thriller that cleverly explores themes of race and class under the guise of a disaster movie, featuring strong performances and a stunning twist.
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Willy Wonka's Origins Explored
The new film 'Wonka' delves into the early life of the famous chocolate maker, exploring the origins of his journey. The film is described as a companion piece to the 1971 film 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' and aims to capture the Dickensian elements of Roald Dahl's storytelling. The director, Paul King, and screenwriter, Simon Farnaby, were inspired by the emotional and comedic elements of Dahl's books and wanted the film to have a musicality that would honor the original film. Timothy Chalamet stars as the young Willy Wonka and brings both acting and singing skills to the role. The film also features an array of colorful characters and explores themes of greed and generosity, making it a whimsical and entertaining addition to the Wonka universe.
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