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As the movie 'Paddington' begins, we are introduced to a young bear in the Peruvian forests, who lives with his Aunt Lucy and Uncle Pastuzo, immigrating from the UK. The bear, named Paddington, loves to listen to stories from his aunt and uncle about the exciting adventures of their explorer cousin, who visited London years ago. When a devastating earthquake destroys their home, Aunt Lucy takes the difficult decision to send Paddington to London, with the hope that he will find a loving family to take care of him there. The young bear sets his heart on finding the explorer cousin's home, to experience firsthand the wonder and magic of the city he has always dreamt about.

Paddington's journey to London is filled with mishaps and comedic moments as he adjusts to the bustling city streets and its often unfriendly people. Soon, he stumbles upon the Brown family, who take him in and give him a warm welcome, despite their initial reluctance.

Mr. and Mrs. Brown, played by Hugh Bonneville and Sally Hawkins, respectively, are a middle-class family struggling with their own problems. While Mary Brown is trying to find her place in the art world after giving up her career for her family, Henry Brown is a risk-averse insurance agent who tends to dwell in his endless routine. However, their children, Jonathan and Judy, are quick to warm up to the idea of having a bear as a new member of their family.

Julie Walters plays the role of the Browns' quirky housekeeper, Mrs. Bird, who takes it upon herself to make sure that Paddington is settled into his new home comfortably. She quickly becomes the bear's confidante and an integral part of his new family.

As Paddington begins to settle into his new home and explore the city, he becomes the target of a taxidermist, Millicent Clyde, played perfectly by Nicole Kidman, who takes her job very seriously and is determined to capture and stuff Paddington for her collection.

What follows is a heartwarming tale of friendship, family, and bravery as the Browns come together to protect Paddington from Millicent's clutches, and the bear gets to experience firsthand the kindness and magic of London.

The movie is directed by Paul King and is based on the beloved children's book series by Michael Bond. King has done an excellent job of staying true to the original characters and the whimsical tone of the books while introducing modern elements and humor that both kids and adults will enjoy.

The animation and special effects in the movie are top-notch. The combination of live-action and CGI is seamless, and Paddington's expressions and movements are incredibly realistic, making him instantly lovable.

The movie's themes of family, acceptance, and kindness are something that will resonate with people of all ages. It teaches young viewers the importance of being open to new experiences and not judging others based on their appearance, while delivering an excellent message on the human impact on the environment.

Overall, 'Paddington' is an excellent movie that will leave you feeling happy, nostalgic, and grateful for the magic of family and the world around us. It is a movie that is perfect for a family movie night, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a heartwarming and fun-filled movie.

Paddington is a 2015 comedy. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.3 and a MetaScore of 77.