Love Actually is a widely adored romantic comedy, often played during Christmas seasons and enjoyed by families worldwide. However, not everyone seems to share the same enthusiasm for this movie; some have had their doubts since its release, while others have only recently acknowledged certain aspects that were clear to Keira Knightley from the start.
As a gamer, I bet you didn’t know this, but when they were filming Love Actually, the lovely Keira Knightley was just 17! That means our guy, Andrew Lincoln (the one who played Mark), was a full twelve years her senior, since he was 29 at that time.
According to Knightley’s statement, this situation led to an unsettling vibe, often referred to as a “creep factor.” Over time, this factor also influenced how the iconic scene from the movie was understood by viewers, who may not have been aware that there was a significant age difference between the actors and how young Knightley was during filming.
The actress shared her thoughts on the subject during an interview with the Los Angeles Times.
I recall the somewhat unsettling vibe of that moment, yes, it’s etched in my memory. You see, director Richard Curtis – now a cherished friend – recalls me performing the scene, and him saying, “You’re giving Lincoln an odd, creepy gaze,” to which I responded, “But isn’t it a bit creepy?” After that, we had to reshoot the scene to ensure my expression didn’t make Lincoln appear unsettling.
Was there an unsettling vibe back then, don’t you think? And yes, I was aware I was 17 years old. It feels like just yesterday when everyone else finally figured out my age.
It’s evident that the actress, possibly recognizing the complex nature of her character’s relationship with Mark, given their on-screen ages (17 and 29), was cognizant of the potential issues. Yet, she diligently performed her role as required, disregarding her personal reservations.
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2025-01-07 16:01