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Both Princess Diaries movies subtly reference Pretty Woman through iconic scenes. Collaborators of Garry Marshall in Pretty Woman appeared in The Princess Diaries films. Recurring actors, iconic lines, & familiar scenes connect the family-oriented Princess Diaries to the rom-com classic.

Despite being completely different stories for different audiences, The Princess Diaries movies have two subtle but fun references to Pretty Woman. Filmmaker Garry Marshall became best known for his rom-coms in the 1980s and 1990s, and one of his most memorable works is the 1990 film Pretty Woman. Starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere (in their first rom-com collaboration with Marshall), Pretty Woman took the audience to Los Angeles to meet Vivian Ward (Roberts), a sex worker and escort, and Edward Lewis (Gere), a rich corporate raider from New York who hires Vivian to accompany him to social events for a week.

The more time they spend together, the more Vivian and...

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 the point of parody. Once in a blue moon, however, the film's familiar feeling will have been the result of an intentional joke, especially when it comes to Pretty Woman and The Princess Diaries, both directed by the late rom-com king Garry Marshall. The most eagle-eyed of fans may have noticed the similar scenes, which involved Julia Roberts and Anne Hathaway both causing a commotion at a fine-dining event, and a considerate waiter played by Allan Kent stepping in to help - afterward saying in the most understated manner that "It happens all the time.

Hello and welcome to one of our shoutouts for projects casting around the U.K. As always there’s a mix of opportunities for all ages, abilities, and locations but do remember to check if you fit the bill before applying. Although we make every attempt to verify castings before we hit publish, please ensure that you do your own research before firing off those headshots and Backstage links. “The Incredible Balti Celtic Carpet Ride,” promises to live up to its title. “The date is Sept. 11, 1967, and The Beatles’ Magical Mystery Tour pulls into the Cornish seaside town of Newquay.” Cornish Theatre Company Gwary Reg is putting on this new play, which is touring in the spring of 2018. In 1967, Beatles mega fan and new Balti House owner Ali Chaudary finds himself intricately caught up with their visit to Newquay. Events lead Ali to meet John, Paul, George, and Ringo, and...