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Everyone wants to escape the hardships of life and reality and run away to a fantasy love story. Even though it is not possible to achieve that in real life, the movie ‘Notting Hill’ directed by Roger Michell can act as a refuge from reality.
The undoubted chemistry between Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant make this film the perfect feel-good romantic movie. This warm hearted rom-com can definitely turn a bad day into a good one.
If you are a person who thoroughly enjoys romantic comedies this movie is definitely a watch for you!
Introduction
Movie Name - Notting Hill
Director - Roger Michell
Actors - Hugh Grant, Julia Roberts
Genre - Romantic Comedy, Romance, Drama
Language - English
Synopsis
The movie is based in Notting Hill, London, a small town with grand stories. The story takes its romantic twist after Anna Scott, a world famous actress, enters the bookstore owned by William Thacker.
Anna purchases a book from him, and leaves. Shortly after, William heads out to grab a juice. On his way back, he bumps into Anna and spills juice all over her. Apologetically enough William asks her to come to his house so that he can help her clean up.
Once done, while Anna leaves, surprisingly enough she leans in towards him and they kiss.
From here starts the very unexpected love story of a bookshop owner and a famous actress. Later in the movie it shows the ups and downs of their relationship and how hard it is to match their lifestyles.
About the director
Roger Michell (born 5 June 1956) is a British theatre, television and film director. He was born in Pretoria, South Africa. He is known for films like Notting Hill, Venus and My Cousin Rachel.
About the Movie
Notting Hill directed by Roger Michell is a meet-cute romantic comedy movie. It stars Hugh Grant who is a Bookshop owner named William Thacker and Julia Roberts who is a world famous actress, Anna Scott (Just like Julia Roberts!).
Like any meet-cute story, they meet first when Anna Scott enters William’s bookshop, and he immediately recognizes her. Their love story starts when Thacker bumps into Anna later and spills orange juice over her.
Politely enough Thacker offers Anna to come over to his place to clean herself up. Anna surprisingly enough kisses William on her way out, which begins the complicated relationship of Anna Scott and William Thacker.
The movie shows us how complicated it is to be in a relationship with a famous personality. Anna Scott’s lifestyle revolves around saving herself from paparazzis and interviewers while William Thacker is just a bloke from Notting Hill.
Their love story is interrupted by many intruders such as an unexpected film star boyfriend, paparazzis, etc. Anyhow, none of those intruders come between this feel-good story. It has a mix of comedy, tragedy and romance which will definitely make the viewer go through an emotional roller coaster.
Finally, the ending is nicely structured with an obvious happy ending where the two go on to lead happy lives.
Notting Hill is the perfect romantic comedy to light up the mood. Roger Michell does a very good job with the storytelling and has a firm grasp over the structure of the film.
Famous Quotes
“It’s as if I have taken love heroin and now I can't ever have it again”
“The more I think about things, the more I see no rhyme or reason in life. No one knows why some things work out and some things don't…”
The Bottom Line
A perfect movie for the romance lover or someone who had a hard day. This movie can brighten up any mood with its good vibes. After all who doesn't love a sweet meet-cute love story which stars Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant!
Although this movie can tend to be a bit unrealistic, since its a romantic British movie, i don't think we should expect realism.
I personally love this movie and it has always been a favourite on my rom-com list. I would definitely recommend you to watch this movie!
My ratings for the movie - 4 on 5
You can stream it on - Amazon Prime
Written By - Subham Sinha
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