Tag: The Princess Diaries
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‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ Pulled Off a Makeover the Right Way
Rom-coms in the early 2000s were much more than the love story at the core of the film, it was also about the so-called makeover. The Princess Diaries, The Devil Wears Prada, and Miss Congeniality have raised us to think that a hairdo, wardrobe change, and swapping glasses for contacts is the way to go…
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‘Pretty Woman’ and ‘The Princess Diaries’ Share One Moment in Common
Often when sitting down to watch a movie, especially one which is based in a popular genre, we will feel a strong sense of déjà vu. It’s possible that this is due to films becoming more repetitive and clichéd, especially in genres such as romantic comedy or horror where tropes will regularly be recycled to…
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‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Review: A Winning Spin on Royal Rom-Coms’ Best Tropes
It’s been over 20 years since “The Princess Diaries” delighted readers of all ages with its big heart and royal intrigue. 2017 brought the low-budget charms of “The Christmas Prince” onto Netflix (three films and counting). The latest royal romance — based on the beloved bestseller by Casey McQuiston, who executive produces here — is…
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Best Anne Hathaway Movie Characters
When Anne Hathaway first appeared to the world as Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries, it was clear from the start that she had a promising career ahead of her. And this promise was indeed fulfilled: in the following years, she would come to star in a variety of films that go from independent dramas…
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Anne Hathaway Deserves Your Attention: She’s Back in the Oscar Race with ‘Armageddon Time’
It’s easy to take Anne Hathaway for granted. She’s that smart tall girl who always does her homework, raises her hand, and knows the answer. She’s been in demand in Hollywood since her 2001 breakout in “The Princess Diaries” and she’s been rewarded for her doing her best: She earned a Best Actress Oscar nomination…
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Julie Andrews on Her AFI Lifetime Achievement Award and Why ‘Bridgerton’ Only Needs Her Voice
The Dolby Theatre was alive with the sound of music on Thursday, as the American Film Institute presented the two-year-delayed Life Achievement Award Gala in honor of Julie Andrews‘ career, from “Mary Poppins” to “The Princess Diaries”Speaking to Variety on the red carpet, Andrews called the honor “a culmination, in a way, of wonderful events…
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The Royal Treatment Trailer: It’s Nice To Know There Are Still Hot Princes From Fictional Countries
If you can’t get your fill of Hallmark Christmas movies and you’re wondering how you’ll cope with the loss when January hits, I have good news for you. There is a single royal in town, engaged to a total jerk who is just looking for a girl with financial issues to come and love him…