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movies1 year ago

Hugh Grant Critiques His 'Notting Hill' Role as "Despicable" and Spineless

Hugh Grant recently expressed his disdain for his character William Thacker in the 1999 rom-com 'Notting Hill,' describing him as "despicable" and lacking courage. Grant criticized a scene where his character fails to protect Julia Roberts' character from paparazzi, reflecting on how his real-life partners have questioned his character's actions. Despite his success in romantic comedies, Grant often finds watching his performances excruciating, though he acknowledges the films themselves are often well-made.

entertainment2 years ago

"Julia Roberts Opens Up About Her Reputation and Uncomfortable Moments on Movie Sets"

Julia Roberts admits to consciously not being "too friendly" on movie sets, acknowledging her tendency to come across as "really harsh" due to her forthright personality. She revealed that she made a savvy business move during the making of Notting Hill by insisting on changing part of the script to increase the value of subsequent movie offers she received, proudly stating, "Because I am a feminist."

entertainment2 years ago

"Julia Roberts Opens Up About Maintaining a G-Rated Career and On-Screen Comfort"

Julia Roberts opened up about her decision to never take her clothes off on screen, describing it as a personal choice and revealing her DNA connection to feminist icon Gloria Steinem. She also discussed the changes in Hollywood since she started acting, feeling like a "dinosaur" in the current industry, and expressing how it seems more chaotic and exhausting now.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Roberts' Near Rejection of 'Notting Hill'

Julia Roberts revealed in a recent interview that she almost turned down the role of Anna Scott in the rom-com "Notting Hill" because she felt uncomfortable playing a movie actress and disliked her costume. Despite her initial reservations, the film's iconic line and unexpected moments have become memorable, and she also shared a surprising anecdote about director Barry Jenkins watching the film without audio.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Roberts' Surprising Revelations About 'Notting Hill' Role

Julia Roberts revealed that she almost turned down her role in the classic romcom "Notting Hill" because she found it uncomfortable to play a movie actress, a role that hit too close to home. Despite her initial hesitation, she took on the challenge and even incorporated her own clothes into one of the film's iconic scenes. Roberts and the film's writer, Richard Curtis, reflected on the movie's legacy, including the enduring friendship between them and the viral live-tweet thread from Barry Jenkins.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Roberts' Near Miss with Notting Hill Role

Julia Roberts revealed that she almost turned down her iconic role in "Notting Hill" because she felt uncomfortable playing a movie actress and disliked the idea of people thinking the character was based on her. Despite her initial reservations, the film became a hit, grossing over $300 million worldwide and earning her a Golden Globe nomination. Roberts also shared that she turned down another romantic comedy, "You've Got Mail," but has no regrets about her choices, believing it's all destiny.