PADDINGTON IN PERU may seem like it’s overstaying its welcome after the beloved second film, especially with the directorial shift, but it still captures the charm with polite humor & a heartfelt homecoming—though feels more like a one-off special than a fully carved-out story. Under Dougal Wilson’s direction, the stylistic shift & lean toward a traditional family holiday story are clear, but the third act realigns it with Paddington’s heart, anchoring his quest to find home away from home. A pivotal journey that keeps this beloved franchise intact.