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Goodbye Christopher Robin World Premiere

amomentwithfranca · 10 October 2017 · 20 Comments

One of the things that I love about blogging are the unexpecting opportunities that you get! I never dreamed to be able to walk on the Red Carpet at a World Premiere, but yes this can happen with my job! We had the amazing opportunity of being invited by Fox Searchlight Pictures to attend the Goodbye Christopher Robin World Premiere in Central London.

The premiere was during the week at the Odeon in Leicester Square! I remember a few years ago, when I arrived in London, I used to go to english lessons in Leicester Square and used to see a lot of red carpet events taking place there with a lot of people outside hoping to get a photo with their favourite movie stars!

Who would have thought that this time, Nick & I would be walking down the Red Carpet! How amazing is that? I had my hair done that day (it needed a cut and my highlights redo so it was the perfect ocassion to do it) and wore a red wine dress with a beatiful Peruvian Silver necklace that my mother bought for me a few years ago! Isn’t it lovely?

We collected our tickets at the Hampshire Hotel which is on Leicester Square and then we were ready to walk the Red Carpet. I am not going to lie, I was super nervous, like I was part of the cast, LOL! Having never done it before I didn’t have a clue what to do!

Thankfully the people around us were very friendly and guided us around the Red Carpet. To be honest, it wasn’t a long Red Carpet but it was enough for me to feel a high adrenaline. There was a section which was closed for us which I think was only for the cast members, people involved with the movie and high profile celebrities.

We walked towards the entrance of the theatre. Just while we were walking, the little boy that plays Christopher Robin was also going around signing autographs. It was very cool. After us, Domhnall Gleeson (he plays A. A. Milne) started to walk the Red Carpet. It was really exciting! They had the original Teddy Bear on display. It was massive! I managed to get a photo in front of it!

Crossing the entrance of the theatre they had an area with a wall featuring the logo of the movie so I took some photos there too. I wanted to feel the complete Red Carpet experience! LOL

You can see below a short video that I published on Twitter where we were crossing the Red Carpet so you can have a little idea of how a Red Carpet experience is:

☺️ #GoodbyeChristopherRobin pic.twitter.com/uVBGwFlMMs

— A Moment With Franca (@WithFranca) 20 September 2017

We then were asked to get into the screening room and sit down. We had an orchestra welcoming us and then the director, writers, producers and the cast made a short appearance before we were able to watch the movie. It was really nice to be able to see people involved in the movie.

SYNOPSIS

Goodbye Chirstopher Robin gives a rare glimpse into the relationship between beloved children’s author A. A. Milne (Domhnall Gleeson) and his son Christopher Robin, whose toys inspired the magical world of Winnie the Pooh. Along with his mother Daphne (Margot Robbie), and his nanny Olive (Kelly Macdonald), Christopher Robin and his family are swept up in the international success of the books; the enchanting tales bringing hope and comfort to England after the First World War. But with the eyes of the world on Christopher Robin, what will the cost be to the family?

You can see the trailer below:

Goodbye Christopher Robin | Official HD Trailer | 2017

Additional cast includes Stephen Campbell Moore, Alex Lawther, Richard McCabe, Nico Mirallegro, Geraldine Somerville and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. The film is directed by Simon Curtis (Woman In Gold, My Week With Marilyn) from a script written by Frank Cottrell-Boyce (Railway Man, Millions) and Simon Vaughan (“War and Peace”). Damian Jones (Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie, The Lady In The Van) produced with Steve Christian (Belle), and Curtis and Vaughan also served as executive producers.

OUR THOUGHTS

We both really liked the movie. It was very interesting. I didn’t know the real story behind Winnie The Pooh and the author, A. A. Milne. It was surprisingly very emotional. I actually cried a lot. There were some very sad moments but that helped bring the story to life, transporting me to that time. The actors were superb. In particular, the little boy playing Christopher Robin was spectacular. The scenery was amazing too. We definitely recommend the movie.

It is out since September 29th, so if you have not seen it yet, what are you waiting for? I promise, you will like it, just prepare for the tears! I ended up crying more than I thought!

Have you seen this movie already? Did you know the story behind the author of Winnie the Pooh? Are you a Winnie the Pooh fan?

*Disclosure: we were invited to attend this premiere for the purpose of this blog post. However all thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Thanks for stopping by,

Love you all ❤️

Franca  💋

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  1. Carol desjardins says

    10 October 2017 at

    Looks a nice film, will definitely try and get to see it.

    Reply
  2. Romi says

    11 October 2017 at

    Inolvidable experiencia

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    • amomentwithfranca says

      11 October 2017 at

      Si la verdad q fue inolvidable! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Lydia C. Lee says

    14 October 2017 at

    I didn’t know the story beyond he was his son…and his toy bear. Will look out for #KALCOLS

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  4. The Mum Reviews says

    15 October 2017 at

    Wow what a great experience and you looked like a natural on the red carpet! It sounds like a good film too. I like stuff that gives you an insight into household names. #kcacols

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    • amomentwithfranca says

      15 October 2017 at

      Aww thank you! I felt so nervous! Lol I really enjoyed the movie! It was an interesting story. X

      Reply
  5. Su {Ethan&Evelyn} (@ethannevelyn) says

    15 October 2017 at

    What an experience. I think I would have felt all nervous walking the red carpet. I love your necklace – it’s beautiful. Well done. Su xx #KCACOLS

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    • amomentwithfranca says

      15 October 2017 at

      I was so nervous! Didn’t know what to do! Lol Aww thank you! I love it too! It reminds home when I were it! 😉 x

      Reply
  6. Kate Lili Blog says

    15 October 2017 at

    Absolutely incredible opportunity! I loved seeing your live vid at the event too. You look gorgeous and your hair looks lush. Ooh I hope I get invited to an event like this sometime too! #KCACOLS

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    • amomentwithfranca says

      15 October 2017 at

      Aww thank you so much lovely and I it was so nice to see your name when I did the live video on IG! Thank you! I’m sure you will! 🙂 x

      Reply
  7. Pen says

    15 October 2017 at

    Brilliant, this is on my list of films to see at the cinema soon. Thanks for the review. Pen x #KCACOLS

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  8. Sarah | Digital Motherhood says

    15 October 2017 at

    I’m looking forward to seeing this film, have loved Winne the Pooh since I was little! #KCACOLS

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  9. Fiona Cambouropoulos says

    15 October 2017 at

    Wow you look stunning Franca! What a wonderful premier to be invited to. #KCACOLS

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  10. Kelly | and Jacob makes three says

    16 October 2017 at

    I’d love to go and see this. You looked beautiful by the way! #KCACOLS

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    • amomentwithfranca says

      16 October 2017 at

      Aww thank you so much! Try to watch it, it is very interesting! 🙂 x

      Reply
  11. Tracey says

    16 October 2017 at

    What an exciting opportunity! I’m looking forward to watching this movie 🙂 #kcacols

    Reply
  12. jeremy-thirstydaddy says

    20 October 2017 at

    This isn’t the type of movie that usually is on the top of my list, but after reading a few reviews I’m intrigued. Winnie the poo has been such a big part of so many childhoods for so long #KCACOLS

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  13. Bread // Queer Little Family says

    20 October 2017 at

    You look awesome on the red carpet. I love these films about thelives behind the authors kind of thing. #kcacols

    Reply
  14. Laura - mummy lauretta says

    21 October 2017 at

    Wow what an amazing opportunity, bet you felt like a real celebrity! #KCACOLS

    Reply
  15. Kate Eccles says

    21 October 2017 at

    Wow!! Looks so exciting Franca and you do glam very well 🙂 #KCACOLS

    Reply

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