LOVE ACTUALLY (2003)

Cast

Plot

Weeelll... same old really, isn't it? A plethora of good looking, vaguely 'highbrow' British stars; lovely shots of a picturesque London (Peckham, anyone?); and the affable Richard Curtis at the helm. Hugh Grant IS in it, but don't let that put you off, as he only appears for about 20 minutes. In fact, every character appears only briefly. This film differs from Notting Hill/Four Weddings fare because it weaves many different mini-stories (each about love in its many forms), which means that you don't get bored. Sadly, it is also a bit difficult get to grips with the characters' various foibles and charms. When all is said and done, 'Love Actually' is a funny and sweet (if slightly cloying at times) British romantic comedy.