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4 weddings and 1 funeral: and Hugh Grant became a star

The film 4 weddings and 1 funeral released in 1994, it has established itself as a staple of British cinema and a mainstay of the romantic comedy genre. Directed by Mike Newell and written by Richard Curtis, who also wrote Current love AND Love at first sight in Notting Hillthe film shines with its humor typically Britishits tasty lines and its irresistible casting.

The film follows the romantic misadventures of Charles, played by Hugh Grant in the role that made him a global star, and his circle of friends as they navigate, as the title of the film suggests, through a series of weddings and a funeral. Every wedding is the backdrop to meetings, misunderstandings, moments of happiness and sadness.

Hugh Grant’s performance, combined with his goofy charm and impeccable comedic timing, established the actor as a leading figure of the romantic genre of the 90s. Alongside her we find Andie MacDowell in the role of Carrie, the young woman with whom he falls in love. The rest of the cast is made up in particular of Kristin Scott Thomas and Rowan Atkinson, who plays a completely off-track priest, the origin of one of the funniest scenes in the film.

A huge success at the cinema

The film was a resounding critical and commercial success, exceeding expectations and becoming one of the biggest British box office successes of the time. It was nominated for several Oscars, including Best Film and Best Original Screenplay, and won the BAFTA for Best Film. With a budget of just $4 million, grossed more than 245 at the worldwide box office. In France, the film attracted nearly six million viewers, becoming the third biggest hit of 1994, behind 1994 The Lion KingAND An Indian in the city.

Beyond its immediate success, 4 weddings and 1 funeral has left a lasting imprint on popular culture and the romantic comedy genre. The film also inspired a miniseries in 2019.

Source: Cine Serie

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