Hugh Bonneville and Paddington Bear surprise patients at special preview screening of Paddington in Peru
Patients and their families at the MediCinema in Glasgow’s Royal Hospital for Children were treated to a special preview screening of Paddington in Peru ahead of its release in cinemas, alongside a surprise visit from two of the movie’s leading stars.
BAFTA-nominated actor Hugh Bonneville, who plays Mr. Brown in the beloved British film series, and his loveable co-star Paddington Bear, handed out soft Paddington Bear toys to young patients at the MediCinema, speaking to them and their families before introducing the special screening.
I enjoyed everything about tonight, it was amazing. I’m so happy I got to see a premiere and ask questions to one of the actual people in it. This has been my favourite movie experience – Paddington is my new number one.
Lucas, young patient at Glasgow’s Royal Hospital for Children
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The highly anticipated third film follows in the paw prints of two hugely successful cinematic outings of the charming and lovable bear, bringing Paddington’s story back to Peru as he returns to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy at the Home for Retired Bears.
With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru.
Guests at the MediCinema screening on Wednesday were amongst the first in the UK to watch the brand-new Paddington cinematic adventure, ahead of its nationwide release on Friday 8th November.
It’s a real privilege for me to visit Glasgow’s Royal Hospital for Children and to introduce some young adventurers to Paddington’s latest escapade, Paddington In Peru at the wonderful MediCinema.
Hugh Bonneville
It’s been a true joy to have Hugh and Paddington make this surprise visit to the MediCinema for patients and their families in Glasgow’s Royal Hospital for Children. Then seeing the film before it’s open to the public has been the icing on the cake – or the marmalade on the sandwich! Experiences like this can transform a young person’s experience of hospital and bring joy at the most difficult times. The children loved every minute tonight and it is something they’ll remember forever.
Paul Giggal, MediCinema Chief Operating Officer
Our team was delighted to welcome Hugh Bonneville and Paddington Bear to the children's hospital where they visited young patients ahead of a special screening of Paddington in Peru at the hospital’s MediCinema. Thanks to our incredible supporters, children in hospital can be transported into the world of film, providing a relaxing and entertaining environment during long stays on the wards. Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity is proud to have provided £55,000 to support the MediCinema's operations for children in hospital in 2024/25, with two special paediatric screenings held every week.
Kirsten Watson, CEO at Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity
