"Can the most famous film star in the world fall for just an ordinary guy?"
Wait a second... isn't this a biopic film about Julia Roberts' life and marriage with Lyle Lovett? No. Oh, sorry, just seems like a fitting tagline - apart from the "ordinary" part.
Back in 1999, I was in high school, a young man with the world at his feet and his heart on his sleeve. Not much has changed between that man and now, outside of the facts that I am now 27 and am married.
However, to this day, I still remain a fan of the romantic comedy. I am not a fan of the manufactured romantic comedies of the current day or the casting of annoying actresses such as Jennifer Lopez. I am a fan of films made in the mold of the classic romantic comedies and films that make you laugh and sometimes cry. Although being a macho man myself... I didn't cry during the viewing of this film, nor will I ever.
This film is uniquely set in Notting Hill. A quaint little place in England similar to the suburbs of North America. The plot follows a regular guy named William Thacker portrayed by Hugh Grant, who lives and works in Notting Hill as a travel books store owner. The plot thickens when Grant is visited by the world famous Anna Scott, an American superstar actress depicted by Julia Roberts.
In retrospect, this movie probably wasn't that difficult to shoot for Roberts as the Scott character is at ends with life in the spotlight. Throughout the film's progression, Scott deals with issues related to the tabloid press and scandals... not to mention, issues related to the heart.
There are some comedic scenes that are achieved by the side cast - especially from efforts done by Rhys Ifans in his role as Spike. This character is the classic comic relief in an otherwise melodramatic movie about the complications of love and fame.
Other bonuses related to this film include a wonderful soundtrack with some fitting love songs and melodies combined with some clever art direction. The script is witty and romantic and the cast achieves its purpose - to tell a love story, but being entertaining in the process.
Enjoy Notting Hill for what its worth... despite the romantic comedy monicker, its a good movie to watch with that special someone.
Wait a second... isn't this a biopic film about Julia Roberts' life and marriage with Lyle Lovett? No. Oh, sorry, just seems like a fitting tagline - apart from the "ordinary" part.
Back in 1999, I was in high school, a young man with the world at his feet and his heart on his sleeve. Not much has changed between that man and now, outside of the facts that I am now 27 and am married.
However, to this day, I still remain a fan of the romantic comedy. I am not a fan of the manufactured romantic comedies of the current day or the casting of annoying actresses such as Jennifer Lopez. I am a fan of films made in the mold of the classic romantic comedies and films that make you laugh and sometimes cry. Although being a macho man myself... I didn't cry during the viewing of this film, nor will I ever.
This film is uniquely set in Notting Hill. A quaint little place in England similar to the suburbs of North America. The plot follows a regular guy named William Thacker portrayed by Hugh Grant, who lives and works in Notting Hill as a travel books store owner. The plot thickens when Grant is visited by the world famous Anna Scott, an American superstar actress depicted by Julia Roberts.
In retrospect, this movie probably wasn't that difficult to shoot for Roberts as the Scott character is at ends with life in the spotlight. Throughout the film's progression, Scott deals with issues related to the tabloid press and scandals... not to mention, issues related to the heart.
There are some comedic scenes that are achieved by the side cast - especially from efforts done by Rhys Ifans in his role as Spike. This character is the classic comic relief in an otherwise melodramatic movie about the complications of love and fame.
Other bonuses related to this film include a wonderful soundtrack with some fitting love songs and melodies combined with some clever art direction. The script is witty and romantic and the cast achieves its purpose - to tell a love story, but being entertaining in the process.
Enjoy Notting Hill for what its worth... despite the romantic comedy monicker, its a good movie to watch with that special someone.
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