As a seasoned film enthusiast who’s witnessed the rise and fall of countless cinematic love stories, I must say that the idea of splitting the beloved duo from Notting Hill was not only an ill-conceived notion but akin to serving sushi with a side of ketchup. The very thought of it is as unpalatable as Hugh Grant attempting to play a convincing villain.
On occasion, outstanding writers may stumble upon a less-than-stellar concept. And it seems to us that separating the main couple from the storyline of “Notting Hill” is one of those questionable ideas. This notion might have originated from the mind of the movie’s writer, Richard Curtis, but we can understand why it didn’t sit well with us. Fortunately, the proposed sequel plotline was so distasteful to the film’s lead actress, Julia Roberts, that she declined the opportunity to reprise her role in a mini-sequel.
In a recent chat with IndieWire, the esteemed author known for penning beloved romantic comedies like “Love Actually,” “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “Bridget Jones’s Diary,” and “About Time” (among numerous other delightfully British productions), expressed his wish to create a sequel to “Notting Hill” for Red Nose Day. However, this idea was turned down by Roberts.
What Is Red Nose Day And Why Did Julia Roberts Turn Down Doing A ‘Notting Hill’ Mini-Sequel?
As a movie enthusiast, let me share my thoughts on Red Nose Day, an annual event spearheaded by Comic Relief – a charitable organization co-founded by the talented Richard Curtis and the esteemed comedian Sir Lenny Henry. This initiative was birthed in response to the devastating Ethiopian famine of 1983-1985, with the noble intention of alleviating suffering and promoting change for the underprivileged.
One method in which Curtis has aided the telethon is by creating spin-offs of his beloved movies, such as “Red Nose Day Actually” and “A Red Nose Wedding,” where original cast members reprise their roles. However, it seems that the depiction of A-list actress Anna Scott divorcing bookstore owner William Thacker (portrayed by Hugh Grant) may not have been a hit among viewers. As Curtis himself stated:
Curtis mentioned that he had considered a scenario involving “Notting Hill” and the characters getting divorced, but Julia Roberts found this idea quite unappealing.
Thankfully, Curtis is not one to obsess over re-treading his old ideas, which is partially why his latest film is an animated feature called That Christmas — his first time ever writing an animated film. He may not want to direct again, but he still wants to keep writing new things. “I think oddly enough I’m keen at this stage in my career of doing new things as much as I can. That’s why it was great doing an animated film. I’ve made, I think, 17 films. It’s quite hard for the 18th to be as different as this one is.”
Deep within him, Curtis acknowledges a truth that resonates with us all regarding romantic comedies: the desire for more never fades. It’s not just about rehashing old tales or continuing stories from our beloved films. Instead, as he articulated, “People often comment, ‘Ah, this genre is waning,’ or ‘This genre is experiencing a resurgence.’ I believe that romantic themes manifest in various forms, but they will likely persist in some capacity.
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2024-11-28 02:32