With a heady mix of magical adventure and an all-star cast led by man of the moment Timothée Chalamet, WONKA is THE holiday film of the year.

Detailing the extraordinary and never-before-told origin story of the world’s most famous chocolatier, WONKA offers an unrivalled and vivid cinematic experience for the whole family.

The heartwarming and whimsical musical film has been branded ‘an instant holiday classic’ in early reviews and guests at the Sydney premiere branding it ‘epic’ and ‘a fun family adventure’.

An instant classic: With a magical storyline, a fabulous cast and incredible visuals, WONKA is an amazing cinematic experience best enjoyed with the whole family

From the fantastical storyline to the dreamy cast lineup and the early rave reviews here’s why WONKA is a must-see movie.

RAVE REVIEWS

Guests at the Sydney premiere were enthralled with the film with Alex Robinson branding it ‘probably one my favourite films I’ve ever seen.’

Another gushed: ‘It was everything I dreamed for WONKA to be.’

With younger guests as captivated as older ones, a mum said ‘Everyone who has children should come and watch it.’

Many film fans were also quick to praise Chalamet’s acting ability with one saying: ‘Timmy killed it.’

Whilst some guests were quick to praise the cinematography of the film one guest  said: ‘The storytelling, the elements it just made it feel so wholesome.’

A DREAMY STORYLINE

Origin story: WONKA tells the tale of how how the young inventor, magician and chocolatier became Willy Wonka

This film is just pure, unadulterated magic. Detailing the story of how the insanely creative, passionate and quirky young Willy Wonker spent years perfecting his craft before arriving in a new city to take on the big ‘Chocolate cartel,’ it highlights the unstoppable power of daring to dream.

With lofty ambitions and a limitless imagination you cannot help but wish for Willy to succeed and when he says: ‘Mark my words, this is going to be the greatest chocolate shop the world has ever seen,’ you believe him.

This delicious tale is based on the extraordinary character at the centre of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book, but this film is a fresh take on the classic story focusing on the start of Wonka’s life.

With an appeal to adults and children alike, it is the perfect family movie, best enjoyed all together.

Dreamy: Timothée Chalamet is impeccably cast in the leading role as the fresh-faced, glittering-eyed Willy

ALL-STAR CAST

Timothée Chalamet is impeccably cast in the leading role as the fresh-faced, glittering-eyed Willy. Effortlessly cool in real life, Timothée transforms into the ridiculously optimistic inventor, magician and chocolatier at the beginning of his career.

The wider cast list is just as impressive with young talent Calah Lane (The Day Shall Come) appearing as Willy’s ally Noodle, Emmy and Peabody Award winner Keegan-Michael Key (The Prom) Paterson Joseph (Vigil) Matt Lucas (Little Britain) and Oscar winner Olivia Colman (The Favourite) also star.

The film also introduces details how Wonka came to meet an Oompa Loompa for the first time, with Hugh Grant taking on the iconic roll in a very humorous way.

Iconic: Hugh Grant takes on the role of an Oompa Loompa

Young talent: Calah Lane (left) stars in the film as Willy’s ally Noodle

BEHIND THE SCENES CREW

The talent behind the camera is just as impressive with writer/director Paul King at the helm. King reunites with his Paddington colleagues with David Heyman and Alexandra Derbyshire as producers. Producer Luke Kelly (Roald Dahl’s The Witches) is also on board.

There’s no doubt that this dream team has created something extremely special.

As a guest at the Sydney premiere said: ‘It’s magical, absolutely magical.’