The impact of "Paddington in Peru": controversies and expectations surrounding its premiere

The long-awaited movie "Paddington in Peru" has generated great excitement among Peruvian moviegoers since its release was announced for November 7th. However, as more details about the production have been revealed, some surprises have sparked debate among viewers. Despite bearing the country's name in its title, the film barely features scenes filmed in Peru. The presence of renowned Peruvian actor Carlos Carlín in the official trailer has been one of the most attention-grabbing points, as he plays an Immigration officer who warmly welcomes the beloved Paddington bear with a "Welcome to Peru." Although his participation is limited to a few seconds, it has been a source of pride for the actor's fans. According to statements from Peruvian producer Bruno Canale, the scene with Carlos Carlín was not filmed in Peru, but in London, where most of the filming with actors took place. Natural landscape shots in Colombia and Peru were later digitally integrated, with the Autisha Canyon and the Maras field in Cusco being some of the locations used. He also highlighted the involvement of Peruvian professionals in filming these scenes. In addition to Carlos Carlín, the movie features an internationally renowned cast, with actors such as Ben Whishaw voicing the endearing Paddington, Olivia Colman playing the Reverend Mother, and Antonio Banderas in a prominent role. However, the absence of Sally Hawkins, whose role was replaced by Emily Mortimer, has sparked controversy among the saga's followers. Amid the excitement for the release of "Paddington in Peru," criticism has arisen towards a new law approved by Congress related to foreign companies filming in the country. The regulation, supposedly aimed at promoting film activities, has been questioned for focusing on granting audiovisual credits to companies domiciled in Peru, which may not be feasible for productions like "Paddington" that only conduct temporary filming in the country. Bruno Canale, along with other industry experts, have expressed concern about the potential impact this law could have on the Peruvian film industry, especially for productions outside of Lima. The focus now turns to the regulation of the law, which has not yet been signed by the Executive and will need to clarify the doubts and controversies surrounding its implementation. In conclusion, "Paddington in Peru" promises to be a movie that combines local elements with a universal story that will appeal to both fans of the saga and new viewers. Despite the controversies and criticisms it has generated, its release will undoubtedly mark a milestone in Peruvian cinematography and spark a debate about the impact of foreign productions in the country.