Ambassador Laing announces Paddington Africa Premiere screening

Ambassador Laing announces Paddington Africa Premiere screening

HARARE, Zimbabwe, 10 December 2014 / PRN Africa / --


The Paddington Film Africa Premiere is to be screened in Harare on 18 December 2014



Ambassador Catriona Laing is set to host the African Premiere of the film Paddington in Harare on the 18th of December. The event will be a celebration of the best of what the British film industry has to offer to the world.




VisitBritain has partnered with STUDIOCANAL to promote Britain as a GREAT destination to visit with the release of Paddington. The new film is about the adventures of the famous bear who arrives at Paddington Station from Peru.




Ambassador Laing said:




"I am delighted to host the African Premiere of the film Paddington in Harare this festive season. Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom have a long shared history, with strong ties, characterised by a common language and culture that includes adored childhood characters like Paddington Bear. The British Film Industry plays a key role in United Kingdom's economy with 10% of tourism to the UK being attributed to UK films that have gone global."




UK's Culture Secretary said:




"Paddington Bear is one of Britain's most loved characters in children's literature and his travel adventures are renowned across the world. This partnership between VisitBritain and STUDIOCANAL will capitalise on the global appeal of this endearing bear by featuring Paddington visiting famous British landmarks and shows the UK has more than marmalade under its hat."




Paddington was first created in 1958 in the books written by Michael Bond. His books have sold over 35 million copies, with 70 different titles in 40 different languages.




The new Paddington film is STUDIOCANAL's biggest release for 2014 and was released on the 28th of November in the UK.


SOURCE British Embassy Harare

British Embassy Harare


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