Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT 2017's Paddington 2 marked the lovable bear's return to the big screen, and its overwhelmingly positive reception left some people genuinely considering it the greatest movie of all time — and there are several ways this bold claim can be backed by the bear in the blue coat. The film follows Paddington as he decides to get a pop-up book of London for his Aunt Lucy's birthday.
Some viewers have even gone as far as to describe Paddington 2 as a contemporary fable, especially since it is aimed at the youngest movie-goers. Paddington's lessons about being polite, exercising kindness, and remembering manners are the values society would like to instill in kids. All of the different aspects of the movie allow it, then, to traverse multiple genres and appeal to audience members who might not have wanted to see something simply labeled as a "children's movie.
Related Paddington 3 Already Has 2 Massive Challenges To Overcome Paddington 2 bucked the trend of disappointing sequels by being better than the original, but it will be hard for Paddington 3 to repeat the feat. Rather than lacing its wholesome story with unnecessary tragedy, Paddington 2 leans on the simple things instead. Director Paul King doesn't have to do anything big or terrible to provide an emotional catharsis. It's enough to see Paddington wash the windows for his grumpy neighbor so that the sunlight can come into his apartment. Such compassion, rarely seen in modern life, is more than enough to get the tears flowing in many viewers.
4 Paddington 2 Pays Homage To Recent And Classic Films The Paddington Sequel Is Jam-Packed With Easter Eggs Close Movie fans can find references hidden throughout Paddington 2, some more obvious than others. The references range from classics of the black-and-white film era to modern techniques popularized by specific filmmakers. Paddington 2 is a love letter to those who love movies.
Lastly, the movie would be nowhere near complete without Paddington's voice actor, Ben Wishaw. Whishaw's voice is warm and soothing, especially notable in voiceovers when Paddington writes a letter to his Aunt Lucy. Ben Whishaw truly makes the titular bear come to life, and many are likely looking forward to his return in the upcoming Paddington 3.