
Did You Know Willy Wonka Has A Strong Irish Connection?
7 December 2023 - 9 minsHe's one of the most famous Chocolatiers in a world of pure imagination, but did you know he has a strong Irish connection?
Directed by Paul King, who brought us both Paddington films, 'Wonka' is the origin story of the inventor of the Everlasting Gobstopper a with a cast including Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman and Rowan Atkinson. It's set to become a firm family favourite.
But, did you know that the man in the velvet jacket has a very strong Irish connection?
Dave caught up with director Paul King and 'Chief of Police' Keegan Michael Key.

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