Keira Knightley Critiques Love Actually Scene

Keira Knightley has spoken out about the infamous cue card scene from 'Love Actually', expressing her discomfort with its 'slightly stalkerish' nature. In a recent interview, she recalled how director Richard Curtis had to prompt her to adjust her expression, as her initial reaction made Andrew Lincoln's character appear creepy. Knightley, who was just 17 during filming, pointed out the troubling age gap between her and Lincoln, who was 29 at the time, and acknowledged that the creep factor was apparent even then. She noted that many viewers have since reevaluated the scene, recognizing it as an inappropriate behavior rather than a romantic gesture. Despite its iconic status, Knightley's candid reflections reveal a growing awareness of the problematic dynamics in the scene. This commentary comes as part of a broader discussion on how films from the past age and are perceived differently in modern contexts.