INTERVIEW - Paul King on asking Nicole Kidman to play a role, everyone being a fan of ‘Paddington’ at 'Paddington' I

The transcript discusses the unique process of creating a film where the central character is absent during filming, leading to extensive post-production work. It highlights the contrast between simple filming and the complex animation process, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved in creating each frame, with some shots undergoing hundreds of revisions.

What was the unique aspect of the filming process due to the absence of the central character?

• The film was shot in black and white.

• A lot of work was done after filming.

• The actors improvised all their lines.

• The scenes were filmed in reverse order.

How did the filmmakers handle scenes that were simple to film?

• They used only real elements without any animation.

• They avoided filming such scenes.

• They made them complex in post-production.

• They filmed them in one take.

What was real in the bathroom sequence?

• The entire animation

• The background music

• The character of Paddington

• The water and the bath

How long did the animation process take for each shot?

• One week

• One year

• One month

• Six months

What does the number of versions for each shot indicate about the animation process?

• It was quick and easy.

• It was done without any reviews.

• It was labor-intensive and detailed.

• It required minimal effort.