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PADDINGTON IN PERU Makes Its Mark at Domestic Box Office
By Movieguide® Contributor
PADDINGTON IN PERU saw success in when it released in Europe back in November, and that trend is continuing following its release in the United States earlier this month.
The film released on Valentine’s Day and made $6.5 million opening weekend. Collider reported, “The threequel officially surpassed the $150 million mark worldwide, as well as hitting the $25 million mark domestically.”
When it released in the UK, the film made over $12 million opening weekend and grossed over $45 million.
The movie finds “the beloved, marmalade-loving bear lost in the jungle on an exciting, high-stakes adventure. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of Peru to look for her, the only clue to her whereabouts a spot marked on an enigmatic map. Determined to solve the mystery, Paddington embarks on a thrilling quest through the rainforests of the Amazon to find his aunt…and may also uncover one of the world’s most legendary treasures.”
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The film cost $90 million to make and has a projected goal of $180 million. The cast includes Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton, Carla Tous, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington.
Movieguide® praised its very strong Christian worldview.
PADDINGTON IN PERU takes moviegoers on a wonderful, delightful comedy adventure. It has plenty of laughs, as well as several heartfelt moments. The genuine love between Paddington and the Browns is a good example of God’s biblical plan for family. PADDINGTON IN PERU reveals that family is the real treasure, more precious than gold. It also has multiple Christian references promoting faith. However, PADDINGTON IN PERU has many perilous situations, and one villain is haunted by visions of his greedy dead ancestors. So, MOVIEGUIDE® advises some caution for younger children.
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