Andy Kelly

Andy Kelly’s work on the big screen is honestly kind of wild if you look at the spread. The guy’s credits include “Paddington in Peru” (2024), which, if you’re not familiar, is the next chapter in the heartwarming saga of everyone’s favorite marmalade-loving bear. Paddington’s back, and this time, he’s heading to Peru—his homeland—so you know you’re in for a mix of adventure, that quirky British humor, and probably a couple of tear-jerker moments. The film’s got that whole family-friendly vibe, but with enough wit and charm to keep adults hooked, too. Not to mention, it’s packed with lush visuals and a sense of wonder that just makes you wanna book a flight to South America (if only life were that easy). But then there’s “Kissing Candice” (2017), which, let me tell you, is a totally different beast. Forget cuddly bears. This one dives deep into the strange, sometimes brutal world of teenage dreams and nightmares in small-town Ireland. It’s all neon-soaked visuals and surreal vibes, following a restless young woman, Candice, who’s desperate to escape her suffocating life. The film’s layered with gritty realism and haunting imagery, so don’t go in expecting a fairytale. It’s more like a fever dream—edgy, enigmatic, and just a little bit hypnotic. And then there’s “A Field in England” (2013), which, honestly, is off-the-wall bonkers in the best way. Black-and-white, trippy as hell, set during the English Civil War, and full of hallucinogenic madness. It’s basically a mind-bending trip, with characters losing themselves (sometimes literally) in a field after taking magic mushrooms, paranoia, and power plays all over the place. If you want something that breaks the mold, this one’s the ticket. Kelly’s projects don’t just stick to one lane—they swerve all over the cinematic map.