Love Actually is a 2003 British romantic comedy film written and directed by Richard Curtis. The screenplay delves into different aspects of love as shown through ten separate stories involving a wide variety of individuals, many of whom are shown to be interlinked as their tales progress. The ensemble cast is composed predominantly of British actors. The film was shot in the United Kingdom and runs for 136 minutes, with languages such as English, Portugese, French and Italian featured. The budget was $45 Million (£30 Million) with the gross revenue being $246,942,017
Soft, gentle and soothing non digetic music accompanies the opening titles of Love Actually, interlaced with a montage of the arrivals lounge of Heathrow Airport. This all comes after the company logos that include Universal Studios, Studio Canal and Working Title.
The montage consists only of people greeting each other, through kisses, hugs or gentle laughter. To accompany the emotional scene are camera angles that range from hand held, blurs, close ups, medium shots and panning shots.
Also, a non diegetic voiceover is provided by cast member Hugh Grant, who, in his dialogue also reveals the name of the film. In his narrative, he speaks of love, friendship and relationships.
It is evident to the viewer in the opening minutes that this is a film about romance. The comedy factor however, does not begin until the first proper scene featuring Bill Nighy, who provides a comedic dialogue through his saracastic manner, cheesy singing and foul language. The romantic christmas song he is singing also reinforces the romance found in the film.
5 WEEKS TO CHRISTMAS
The message appears in a snowy white room with a huge christmas tree, the weather in the establishing shots of London appear delightfully chilly, as espexted around christmas. The shot of the christmas tree is a panning shot from the top of the tree, all the way to the bottom.
Key characters in the emsemble cast are then introduced to the viewer one by one. It began with Bill Nighy, followed by Colin Firth, Liam Neeson and Emma Thompson.
A little while later, Hugh Grant is revealed to the viewer as the new Prime Minister of the United KIngdom. As diegetic sound of applause awaits his arrival at Downing Street, it is immediately obvious that this is a character intended to be liked and appreciated by the audience.
Soft, gentle and soothing non digetic music accompanies the opening titles of Love Actually, interlaced with a montage of the arrivals lounge of Heathrow Airport. This all comes after the company logos that include Universal Studios, Studio Canal and Working Title.
The montage consists only of people greeting each other, through kisses, hugs or gentle laughter. To accompany the emotional scene are camera angles that range from hand held, blurs, close ups, medium shots and panning shots.
Also, a non diegetic voiceover is provided by cast member Hugh Grant, who, in his dialogue also reveals the name of the film. In his narrative, he speaks of love, friendship and relationships.
It is evident to the viewer in the opening minutes that this is a film about romance. The comedy factor however, does not begin until the first proper scene featuring Bill Nighy, who provides a comedic dialogue through his saracastic manner, cheesy singing and foul language. The romantic christmas song he is singing also reinforces the romance found in the film.
5 WEEKS TO CHRISTMAS
The message appears in a snowy white room with a huge christmas tree, the weather in the establishing shots of London appear delightfully chilly, as espexted around christmas. The shot of the christmas tree is a panning shot from the top of the tree, all the way to the bottom.
Key characters in the emsemble cast are then introduced to the viewer one by one. It began with Bill Nighy, followed by Colin Firth, Liam Neeson and Emma Thompson.
A little while later, Hugh Grant is revealed to the viewer as the new Prime Minister of the United KIngdom. As diegetic sound of applause awaits his arrival at Downing Street, it is immediately obvious that this is a character intended to be liked and appreciated by the audience.
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