However, it does help when this is all accompanied by striking visuals and sweeping scores.

Unfortunately, their union is abruptly cut short after he’s presumably killed by pirates.

Plus, it even pokes fun at the ridiculousness of the fantasy genre.

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It’sa true comfort filmwith an endless amount of emotional sincerity and fun.

Together, a haunting allegorical setting is formed where questions of mortality and faith are explored.

But his selfless daughter, Belle (Josette Day), won’t let that happen.

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Unfortunately, his dream gifta unique pop-up bookis suddenly stolen.

And to make matters worse, Paddington is framed for the crime.

What makes it even better is how it’s fueled by the talents of brilliant women.

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It’s intense, but oh so gratifying.

No other film balances its richly dark themes with equally disturbing visuals.

But don’t misunderstandthis is exactly what makes this film so great.

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Together, this band of Hobbits, wizards, elves, and humans, rally together to defy evil.

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Indeed, such an epic achievement stems from its ability to blend sweeping mythology with grounded human emotion.

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