'Wonka': A Musical Journey into Willy Wonka's Past

Timothee Chalamet stars as a young Willy Wonka in the new musical film 'Wonka', directed by Paul King, known for the 'Paddington' movies.
The film, which is a prequel to the story of Willy Wonka, features a cast including Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman, Sally Hawkins, and newcomer Calah Lane.
In a surprising twist, Hugh Grant plays an Oompa-Loompa in the film, a role that has garnered attention and praise.
The film includes six original songs written by Neil Hannon, frontman of The Divine Comedy, and choreography overseen by Christopher Gatelli.
Early reviews of the film have been largely positive, praising Chalamet's performance and the film's charm and whimsy.