Synopsis
Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman, portraying the Reverend Mother in ‘Paddington in Peru’, expresses her lifelong love for the Paddington films, highlighting her excitement about the project and the chance to work with Julie Walters.Key Takeaways
- Olivia Colman plays the Reverend Mother in the new Paddington film.
- She has loved the Paddington franchise for years.
- Colman finds working with Julie Walters exciting.
- Paddington's character promotes understanding and kindness.
- The film releases on April 18, 2025.
Los Angeles, April 16 (NationPress) The Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman, who plays the role of the Reverend Mother in ‘Paddington in Peru’, shared her long-standing affection for the Paddington film series.
In the film, her character manages the Home for Retired Bears. Colman expressed that she was instantly attracted to the project.
In her statement, she remarked, “I have absolutely adored the ‘Paddington’ films. When the opportunity arose for this new Paddington movie, I was all in. I would have done anything.”
This role allowed her to collaborate with the legendary Julie Walters, who reprises her role as Mrs. Bird. She noted, “Meeting Julie Walters was incredibly thrilling, and she is as wonderful as I had imagined. When Julie steps onto the set and speaks, it’s pure gold... She cannot help but be funny and brilliant. She’s extraordinary and remains a true icon. It was genuinely exciting.”
Colman also highlighted that the main character, Paddington, always sees the best in others. She stated, “Even when someone has done something wrong, he knows they are just human. Imagine if the world was filled with Paddingtons; there would be no conflict, no unkindness.”
With her unparalleled talent and captivating charm, Olivia Colman’s portrayal of The Reverend Mother is poised to delight audiences, introducing a charming new layer to the heartwarming escapades of Paddington Bear.
Sony Pictures Entertainment India plans to launch ‘Paddington in Peru’ in theaters on April 18, 2025, in both English and Hindi.
