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Emma Thompson Reflects on Career, Reveals Hugh Grant’s “Psychotic” Take on ‘Love Actually’
[City, State] – [Date] – In a recent interview with GQ, actress Emma Thompson offered a candid look back at her extensive career, including insights into the beloved holiday film, “Love Actually.” Thompson, who played Karen in the 2003 ensemble film, revealed a humorous anecdote about co-star Hugh Grant’s initial reaction to the movie.
“I do remember opening it in New York, and Hugh Grant came up behind me and said, ‘Is that the most psychotic thing we’ve ever made?’ ” Thompson shared, laughing. Despite Grant’s initial skepticism, Thompson believes the film has endured due to “Richard [Curtis]’s deep love for humanity.”
Thompson also touched on her long and varied working relationship with Grant, noting that she believes they’ve starred in more films together than he has with any other actor. Their collaborations range from romantic leads in “Sense and Sensibility” to siblings in “Love Actually,” and even spanning into the future with the upcoming “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.”
In the interview, Thompson also discussed the emotional weight of one of her most memorable scenes in “Love Actually,” where her character discovers her husband’s infidelity. She attributed the ease of portraying the heartbreak to her own personal experiences, stating, “I knew what being heartbroken felt like. So, it wasn’t difficult.”
Despite the film’s enduring popularity, Thompson admitted she hasn’t re-watched “Love Actually” in recent years, humorously citing memories of a less-than-glamorous trailer and joking about the influx of Joni Mitchell CDs sent to her by fans.
While Grant has publicly wondered about the film’s continued appeal, Thompson believes its inherent warmth and focus on human connection have contributed to its lasting impact.
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