“I know you’re Alan Rickman but get out of my film”: Keira Knightley Was Furious To Have ‘Harry Potter’ Actor Steal Her 15 Minutes of Fame With ‘Walking Dead’ Actor

Keira Knightley Was Furious To Have 'Harry Potter' Actor Steal Her 15 Minutes of Fame With 'Walking Dead' Actor
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Keira Knightley is a highly regarded and multifaceted actress who has made a significant impact on Hollywood with her captivating performances. Achieving fame through standout roles in Bend It Like Beckham and Pirates of the Caribbean, Knightley has demonstrated her versatility across different genres, encompassing historical dramas like Pride & Prejudice and period pieces like Atonement.

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Keira Knightley
Keira Knightley

Keira Knightley is celebrated for her magnetic on-screen charisma and skill in portraying complex emotions, earning her nominations for esteemed accolades, including an Academy Award. Moreover, she is admired for her activism in championing women’s rights and her unwavering dedication to various social causes. 

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Was Keira Knightly Furious While Filming Love Actually

During an interview, Kiera Knightly was asked what it was like making Love Actually. In response, she said that throughout the entire experience, laughter was a constant companion for her. Working alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor and Andrew Lincoln, they formed a great trio in their scenes. She was thrilled to collaborate with two individuals she deeply admired.

“I laughed my way through the whole thing – I never stopped laughing. In our scenes it was me and Chiwetel Ejiofor and Andrew Lincoln. Andy is fantastic and Chewy is one of the most exciting British actors around at the moment. It was really exciting to get the chance to work with two people I admired so much – and no corsets, which was nice.”

Keira Knightley
Keira Knightley

When asked about how the film’s different stories converge at the end and did she feel she was in her little movie, the actress had a hilarious response. She said there was a time when the actors had our grand wedding scene, and it felt like she was the center of attention, the star of the show. But then, as the film progressed, all these other characters with their stories started coming in. 

“Yeah you did really – we did our big wedding thing and we were the stars of the show. And then suddenly you’ve got all these other people with their stories. And it was like: ‘Excuse me! I know you’re Alan Rickman, but get out of my film please!'”

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Keira Knightley’s Life Changed After Pirates of The Caribbean

During a candid interview with Variety, Keira Knightley opened up about the life-altering impact of her fame following her role in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. The newfound stardom subjected her to intense scrutiny and unforeseen emotional challenges, causing unimaginable trauma for the actress.

Keira Knightley in Pirates of the Caribbean
Keira Knightley in Pirates of the Caribbean

“I found it pretty horrific. I’m not an extrovert, so I found that level of scrutiny and that level of fame really hard.”

According to Keira Knightley, the most significant impact of her fame was the overwhelming feeling of not being allowed to make mistakes anymore. 

Love Actually is available for rent or purchase on Google Play.

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Source: Mirror

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