Notting Hill FYC
Notting Hill FYC DVD VIDEO MOVIE Julia Roberts Hugh Grant romantic comedy NEW
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Universal Pictures
1999
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NOTTING HILL FYC (FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION)
Notting Hill is a romantic comedy set in the colorful London neighborhood of Notting Hill. Released in the late 1990s, the film pairs Hollywood star Julia Roberts with British leading man Hugh Grant in a story that contrasts celebrity life with ordinary, everyday existence. The film is best known for its warm humor, memorable lines, and its affectionate portrayal of community life in west London.
Synopsis
William Thacker, a gentle and unassuming owner of a small travel bookshop, has his quiet life disrupted when famous movie star Anna Scott walks into his shop. What begins as an awkward encounter grows into a tender, complicated romance that explores the tensions between fame and privacy, public image and private life, and the challenges of two people from very different worlds trying to make love work.
Main elements of the story
Chance meeting between an ordinary bookseller and a global film star
Humor derived from British social quirks and eccentric neighborhood characters
Conflict rooted in pressures of fame, paparazzi, and differing lifestyles
Touching moments of vulnerability that reveal the characters’ deeper desires
Principal cast
Julia Roberts — as the movie star Anna Scott
Hugh Grant — as William Thacker, the bookshop owner
Rhys Ifans — as Spike, William’s eccentric flatmate
Emma Chambers — as Honey, William’s sister
Tim McInnerny — as one of William’s friends
Key production credits
Writer: Richard Curtis — known for blending charm, wit, and sentimentality in romantic comedies
Director: Roger Michell — who guided the film’s warm, grounded direction
Producers: (noted for creating mainstream British romantic comedies of the era)
Music: contemporary pop tracks and a melodic score that complement the film’s emotional beats
Notable scenes and motifs
The travel bookshop: an intimate, slightly cluttered setting that emphasizes William’s ordinary life
The blue door: an iconic visual motif associated with William’s home and the film’s romantic imagery
Public vs. private moments: dissonance between Anna’s press-driven life and the quiet sincerity of William’s world
Comic neighborhood set-pieces featuring colorful locals and witty banter
Themes and analysis
The film explores themes common to romantic comedies but treated with a gentle mixture of sentiment and satire. Key themes include:
Fame and privacy: how celebrity affects relationships and personal freedom
Ordinary vs. extraordinary: the value placed on everyday life and simple pleasures
Community and belonging: the supportive, eccentric neighborhood as a foil to the isolating effects of fame
Vulnerability: characters learn to show weakness and accept love despite risks
Memorable dialogue
The film contains lines that have become widely quoted for their emotional directness — succinct, heartfelt moments that capture its romantic core. One of the most famous lines is often cited as crystallizing the film’s emotional payoff: “I’m just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.”
Reception and box office
On release, the movie was both a commercial hit and a popular favorite with audiences. Critics praised the chemistry between the leads and the film’s warm humor, while some commentary debated elements of plausibility and the conventions of the romantic-comedy genre. It performed very well internationally and helped cement the late-1990s romantic comedy as a major box-office draw.
Filming locations and visual identity
The film was shot on location in and around the Notting Hill neighborhood, featuring notable streets, market scenes, and the famous Portobello Road atmosphere. These real-world locations contributed to the film’s authentic sense of place and have since become tourist attractions for fans wanting to see the spots associated with the story.
Soundtrack and music
Music in the film mixes popular songs with melodically supportive scoring to highlight both comedic and emotional beats. The soundtrack complements the film’s tone—light, romantic, sometimes wistful—and many viewers remember the music as integral to key scenes.
Cultural impact and legacy
The movie helped popularize Notting Hill as a destination for film fans and tourists.
It reinforced the star pairing formula—mixing Hollywood glamour with a relatable, down-to-earth protagonist—in late-1990s rom-coms.
Quotations and iconic images from the film remain part of popular culture and are often referenced in later romantic comedies and media.
The film boosted the profiles of supporting cast members and solidified Richard Curtis’s reputation as a premier rom-com writer.
Why viewers return to it
Many people rewatch the film for its warmth, the chemistry of the leads, and its combination of humor and heartfelt moments. It’s often chosen for comfort viewing because it balances light comedy with sincere emotional stakes, wrapped in an appealing London backdrop.
If you liked this film, you might also enjoy
Other romantic comedies by Richard Curtis or with Hugh Grant
Films that pair fish-out-of-water or opposites-attract romance with strong sense of place
Character-driven romantic stories that mix humor and sentiment without excessive cynicism
Fun trivia
The movie’s depiction of neighborhood life helped raise global interest in the Notting Hill area and its markets.
Certain props and locations from the film—such as the notable blue door and the travel bookshop exterior—have become photo stops for fans.
Performances by the lead actors are frequently singled out as a main reason the film remains beloved by audiences.
Notting Hill remains a hallmark of the romantic-comedy genre: charming, emotionally direct, and anchored by a memorable central pairing. Its blend of laugh-out-loud moments, awkward tenderness, and neighborhood charm make it a lasting favorite for fans of romantic cinema.FYC (FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION)
A charming romantic comedy highlighted here in a "For Your Consideration" release. This edition showcases the film and its key credits recognized for award consideration.
Key credits and categories:
Best Picture – Produced by Duncan Kenworthy
Best Actress – Julia Roberts
Best Actor – Hugh Grant
Best Supporting Actor – Rhys Ifans
Best Director – Roger Michell
Best Screenplay – Richard Curtis (written directly for the screen)
Best Cinematography – Michael Coulter, B.S.C.
Best Film Editing – Nicholas Moore
Best Art Direction – Stuart Craig (Production Designer); Stephanie McMillan (Set Decorator)
Best Costume Design – Shuna Harwood
Best Sound – David Stephenson (Sound Recording); Robin O'Donoghue; Dominic Lester (Re-recording mixers)
Best Original Score – Trevor Jones
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
Notting Hill is a romantic comedy set in the colorful London neighborhood of Notting Hill. Released in the late 1990s, the film pairs Hollywood star Julia Roberts with British leading man Hugh Grant in a story that contrasts celebrity life with ordinary, everyday existence. The film is best known for its warm humor, memorable lines, and its affectionate portrayal of community life in west London.
Synopsis
William Thacker, a gentle and unassuming owner of a small travel bookshop, has his quiet life disrupted when famous movie star Anna Scott walks into his shop. What begins as an awkward encounter grows into a tender, complicated romance that explores the tensions between fame and privacy, public image and private life, and the challenges of two people from very different worlds trying to make love work.
Main elements of the story
Chance meeting between an ordinary bookseller and a global film star
Humor derived from British social quirks and eccentric neighborhood characters
Conflict rooted in pressures of fame, paparazzi, and differing lifestyles
Touching moments of vulnerability that reveal the characters’ deeper desires
Principal cast
Julia Roberts — as the movie star Anna Scott
Hugh Grant — as William Thacker, the bookshop owner
Rhys Ifans — as Spike, William’s eccentric flatmate
Emma Chambers — as Honey, William’s sister
Tim McInnerny — as one of William’s friends
Key production credits
Writer: Richard Curtis — known for blending charm, wit, and sentimentality in romantic comedies
Director: Roger Michell — who guided the film’s warm, grounded direction
Producers: (noted for creating mainstream British romantic comedies of the era)
Music: contemporary pop tracks and a melodic score that complement the film’s emotional beats
Notable scenes and motifs
The travel bookshop: an intimate, slightly cluttered setting that emphasizes William’s ordinary life
The blue door: an iconic visual motif associated with William’s home and the film’s romantic imagery
Public vs. private moments: dissonance between Anna’s press-driven life and the quiet sincerity of William’s world
Comic neighborhood set-pieces featuring colorful locals and witty banter
Themes and analysis
The film explores themes common to romantic comedies but treated with a gentle mixture of sentiment and satire. Key themes include:
Fame and privacy: how celebrity affects relationships and personal freedom
Ordinary vs. extraordinary: the value placed on everyday life and simple pleasures
Community and belonging: the supportive, eccentric neighborhood as a foil to the isolating effects of fame
Vulnerability: characters learn to show weakness and accept love despite risks
Memorable dialogue
The film contains lines that have become widely quoted for their emotional directness — succinct, heartfelt moments that capture its romantic core. One of the most famous lines is often cited as crystallizing the film’s emotional payoff: “I’m just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.”
Reception and box office
On release, the movie was both a commercial hit and a popular favorite with audiences. Critics praised the chemistry between the leads and the film’s warm humor, while some commentary debated elements of plausibility and the conventions of the romantic-comedy genre. It performed very well internationally and helped cement the late-1990s romantic comedy as a major box-office draw.
Filming locations and visual identity
The film was shot on location in and around the Notting Hill neighborhood, featuring notable streets, market scenes, and the famous Portobello Road atmosphere. These real-world locations contributed to the film’s authentic sense of place and have since become tourist attractions for fans wanting to see the spots associated with the story.
Soundtrack and music
Music in the film mixes popular songs with melodically supportive scoring to highlight both comedic and emotional beats. The soundtrack complements the film’s tone—light, romantic, sometimes wistful—and many viewers remember the music as integral to key scenes.
Cultural impact and legacy
The movie helped popularize Notting Hill as a destination for film fans and tourists.
It reinforced the star pairing formula—mixing Hollywood glamour with a relatable, down-to-earth protagonist—in late-1990s rom-coms.
Quotations and iconic images from the film remain part of popular culture and are often referenced in later romantic comedies and media.
The film boosted the profiles of supporting cast members and solidified Richard Curtis’s reputation as a premier rom-com writer.
Why viewers return to it
Many people rewatch the film for its warmth, the chemistry of the leads, and its combination of humor and heartfelt moments. It’s often chosen for comfort viewing because it balances light comedy with sincere emotional stakes, wrapped in an appealing London backdrop.
If you liked this film, you might also enjoy
Other romantic comedies by Richard Curtis or with Hugh Grant
Films that pair fish-out-of-water or opposites-attract romance with strong sense of place
Character-driven romantic stories that mix humor and sentiment without excessive cynicism
Fun trivia
The movie’s depiction of neighborhood life helped raise global interest in the Notting Hill area and its markets.
Certain props and locations from the film—such as the notable blue door and the travel bookshop exterior—have become photo stops for fans.
Performances by the lead actors are frequently singled out as a main reason the film remains beloved by audiences.
Notting Hill remains a hallmark of the romantic-comedy genre: charming, emotionally direct, and anchored by a memorable central pairing. Its blend of laugh-out-loud moments, awkward tenderness, and neighborhood charm make it a lasting favorite for fans of romantic cinema.FYC (FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION)
A charming romantic comedy highlighted here in a "For Your Consideration" release. This edition showcases the film and its key credits recognized for award consideration.
Key credits and categories:
Best Picture – Produced by Duncan Kenworthy
Best Actress – Julia Roberts
Best Actor – Hugh Grant
Best Supporting Actor – Rhys Ifans
Best Director – Roger Michell
Best Screenplay – Richard Curtis (written directly for the screen)
Best Cinematography – Michael Coulter, B.S.C.
Best Film Editing – Nicholas Moore
Best Art Direction – Stuart Craig (Production Designer); Stephanie McMillan (Set Decorator)
Best Costume Design – Shuna Harwood
Best Sound – David Stephenson (Sound Recording); Robin O'Donoghue; Dominic Lester (Re-recording mixers)
Best Original Score – Trevor Jones
For DVD Player (North American NTSC)
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All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
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Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
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