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British films have always stood apart, they differed even from other European films. Distinctive features of English cinema are the unique play of actors, elegant humor and special charm.
Consider popular British films that best reflect the atmosphere of foggy England.
10 Shakespeare in love | 1998
End of the XNUMXth century. William Shakespeare, a young playwright, has big problems: he has no money, his inspiration has left him, and the theater owner needs a new play, and as quickly as possible. The playwright is almost losing hope when Viola appears in his life: a beautiful aristocrat quickly wins the heart of Shakespeare.
The girl is very interested in the play “Romeo and Juliet”, moreover, she wants to play the main male role in it. To achieve her goal, Viola pretends to be a young actor. The charming aristocrat gets used to the role very well, but there is one problem: she will have a wedding with a noble person, who will then go with her to a distant colony.
9. At the end of the day | 1993
An exemplary butler, Stevens, served his masters almost all his life, and nothing could make him stop taking his duties seriously, but now Miss Kenton, the new housekeeper, begins to work on the estate.
This woman has penetrated deep into the heart of the butler, and neither sacred duties nor centuries-old tradition can cool the feelings that have flared up. An ideal worthy of true service was found only in the twilight of Stevens’ life.
The viewer who watches this film is immersed in the noble atmosphere of Great Britain from the first frames.
8. Easy behavior | 2008
Larita is a sexy American who is not at all associated with stiff England. A young Briton, John Whitaker, falls passionately in love with her. Events are developing rapidly: a violent passion, an early marriage, and after that – a trip to the parents of an Englishman.
Larita finds herself in a very difficult situation, because the mother of her lover almost immediately demonstrates her dislike for the girl. The strict mother-in-law is not at all satisfied with the unusual behavior of the spoiled beauty who charmed her beloved son. In addition, many are interested in the past of this girl, about which a lot of gossip has arisen.
7. Billy Elliot | 2000
Miners’ sons are more into sports than dancing, but eleven-year-old Billy Elliot is different. Ballet beckons him. The boy’s older brother and father are very angry when they find out what he wants to do.
Billy is supported only by Mrs. Wilkinson, a very sharp-tongued lady. A boy in love with dancing gets the opportunity to study at the Royal Ballet School.
This film proves that you cannot give up your dream, on the contrary, you need to achieve it in all possible ways.
6. Philomena | in 2013
Philomena, a young Irish woman, became a mother when she was a teenager. The girl’s son was given up for adoption by the Americans, and Philomena herself was sent to be re-educated in a monastery, where she was constantly humiliated. Then she was free, changed her life and lived with dignity for many years, but thoughts about the lost child never left. The heartbroken mother tried unsuccessfully to find him.
Many years later. The story of 70-year-old Philomena caught the interest of journalist Martin Sixsmith, who wrote about how churches break people’s lives.
5. Pride and Prejudice | 2005
Late XNUMXth century, England. The Bennets want their daughters to marry well. Mr. Bingley, an interesting young gentleman, becomes a neighbor of the family, and after that the life of the Bennets becomes completely different. The new neighbor has many acquaintances who are eager to court attractive sisters.
Elizabeth, who has a very difficult character, meets the arrogant and handsome Mr. Darcy. Between them there is a complex relationship that can develop into both hatred and love.
4. Notting Hill | 1999
Notting Hill is the name of a London borough. It has a small bookstore. One day, a movie star turns up there, wanting to buy a guide book, and this event radically changes the life of a modest shop owner.
True love suddenly breaks into the lives of people who meet by chance. Both of them will have to confess their feelings, despite the close attention of the public.
3. Young Victoria | 2009
The Duke of Kent died when his daughter Victoria was very young. Even as a child, she realized that sooner or later she would become the Queen of the British Empire. Young Victoria was able to win the love and respect of her people. She ruled for over 60 years.
The maximum flowering of the British Empire came in the Victorian era, and for Victoria, the best time was when she was loved and loved. Absolutely everything is perfect in this film: the amazing work of the costumers, the incredible scenery, the wonderful acting, the wonderful soundtrack and the interesting script. This is a very touching love story.
2. Diary of Bridget Jones | 2001
In her diary, Bridget Jones writes about everything that happens to her: victories, defeats, joys, grief, and so on. She writes about how she will improve her personal life, get rid of bad habits and excess weight.
Bridget’s parents, a calm father and a super-active mother, want their daughter to become the wife of modest Mark, the son of neighbors, and she herself is in love with her brilliant boss Daniel. Bridget wants to ignore him, but it usually doesn’t work out very well.
1. Duchess | 2008
Georgina was very fond of playing, being ironic, flirting and going against established rules. She married the Duke of Devonshire. As a result, the girl received wealth, a wonderful house, a position in society – but not love. It turned out that a marriage of convenience can be a big mistake.
The Countess of Devonshire decided to throw a bold challenge to high society: she began a relationship with Charles Gray, who should become Prime Minister of Britain.