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I did ask for a release date set for MLSF and SLOW and there is none scheduled (bad news), (Moon) Here I go again, the party pooper, or perhaps I just hone in on bad news!! I thought MLSF was definitely scheduled for a May/June release in the US. Does "none scheduled" mean they haven't firmed up a specific date, or (perish the thought!) none (as in NONE) scheduled!! I can understand that there is no release date for SLOW because it's currently held by the Bank.

figures, I don't get bravo:(

Here are some Snappies. Thanks for the heads up, Ev ;-)

Nan, where are those snappies from? He is not in costume and I thought it was a fake goatee he had! They are wonderful, thank you, he does look sooo good! (bethan), I thought MLSF was definitely scheduled for a May/June release in the US. Does "none scheduled" mean they haven't firmed up a specific date, or (perish the thought!) none (as in NONE) scheduled!! I believe there is NONE scheduled. If the british press turns in lots of publicity for Colin now, there may be a chance they would pick up on the momemtum and set a release date.

Evelyn thanks for the info. I did not read this until it was too late, drats! Bravo usually repeats their programs so hopefully I will get another chance. Do let us know if our DB is showcased. If those snappies are from the program I MUST tape it.

Moon, you are a wonder. I am in total awe of your resourcefulness. Would it not be fun to see him at the Pasadena hotel while we are having our tea? He has been known to stay there. Hats off to the west coast contingent of "Operation Firth." Those of us in the hinterlands of the Firthdom are grateful that we are able to take vicarious pleasure in all of your exploits.... Alas, Evelyn, I, too, do not get Bravo. (Bethan) I find I'm turning into a sort of tetchy school ma'am, who can't understand why her favourite pupil is underperforming! LOL, Bethan! Well said!

Nan..you are a wonder.They are great..... I don't think that is the FP jacket....looks like a fur collar. Sorry, Moon. I didn't get the info from Bravo til late aft (I had inquired early yesterday morning...Bravo uses these as fillers and does not publish it in their schedules.) I telephoned all the firthettes (as Ben calls us) whose numbers I had.Sorry it was so short (7 minutes). Last week's was 1 hour!!At least they didn't cut Colin out. Karen says that HBO surely will present it since they show all the Making of.... anyway, lots of us have it and we can pass it around.

Oh, I'm in love. ;-) Thanks, Nan. I've been waiting for a chance to see that leather jacket again. And the knife scene too. I love it when gets physical. Now what exactly does he say? I'm sure enough of our ladies get Bravo that copies will be available. Unfortunately I'm not one of those ladies so I'll depend on the kindness of.... surely we're not strangers! I'm convinced My Life So Far will be released this spring. That is generally a good time for small films to be released. David Puttnam has mentioned it will be released in May (in a recent NY Times article). Don't give up! And Evelyn is very positive about Secret Laughter of Women. My biggest worry is that he's got nothing in the works at all for 2000. And we thought the last year was a long drought.

I agree, Heide. I do so love a man with a goatee (even a fake one) ;-)

Moon, if we have to wait for UK media hype for Colin before there is a release date for MLSF then goodness knows when we will be seeing it, in 2020? sorry it has bween one of those mornings, and I have just read of another JFeinnes movie and none for our DB.

Ann, I suggest you call Miramax in London and find out about the SIL premiere date. We need a rep. there and are counting on you. I know about the new JF film, to be done in Miami. A role that Colin could have done (eventhough his American accent really turns me off), as Bethan has said, there are still a couple of films to be cast in the UK now. If he does not land a role soon, we really must wonder why.

I can tell everyone is getting antsy about Colin's next role. I've felt that way for about 6 months. I think his "well-deserved" break should be over now. He needs to work so we can see him in some more roles. Once a year is not enough. I was thrilled when on the Bravo profile on SIL Colin said that SIL was like Dallas and J.R. in frocks since I live 10 miles from Southfork ranch. Good editing on his interviews-he came across as articulate and thoughtful, not that he usually isn't but no nervous gestures this time. He even get third mention when they stated the starring roles. Considering this was only 7 minutes, Colin and Wessex played a big part in it.

Missed Colin's interview on Bravo because I missed your tip, Evelyn (I signed on earlier in the day). Drat! After I scoured the TV Guide, too (the listing for that time period was 'Inside the Actor's Studio' starting at 6 pm). This proves again how valuable your tips are, you insiders. Oh, how we depend upon you! Do keep us duly informed if you hear of it showing again. Thanks for the snappys, Nan! (Ben)Some crave recognition on his behalf; but what any actor craves above all, surely - indeed any body, for that matter - is the recognition of his peers. I think he has that already. Good point. Colin said something about that in an interview during the filming of TEP (I think), referencing Ralph Fiennes being "judged well" by others and how he wished for that. I'm going to try a few things to keep my frustration (due to Colin's lack of critical acclaim or even much mention in SiL) at bay: 1. Remember how Gwyneth praised Colin when introducing the film clip on Rosie O'Donnell back in early Dec. She didn't say anything about the scene itself, just went on about how "brilliant" Colin was. This may not win him any roles but I was glad to hear her heaping on the praise. 2. I just had the flu and had to take my "cure" by watching P&P2 for the countless time. Now, Adrian Lukis (Wickham) didn't get much critical acclaim for his performance, did he? I think it's human nature that bad guy characters get overlooked when everyone else's performance is good as well. If P&P2 was a major motion picture, Colin's career would have taken off just like Joe Fiennes' is. I'm doing my best to keep the faith and know that we'll hear about Colin's next project soon enough.

If P&P2 was a major motion picture, Colin's career would have taken off just like Joe Fiennes' is. IEven if P&P had been presented on Masterpiece Theatre which reaches all viewers nationwide(sans commericals!) instead of A&E ...he would have more name recognition. ****** BRAVO says that they will probably show it again...but they never put fillers on the schedule. Customer relations email: programming@bravotv.com Her name is Joanne. How about some of you writing and asking them to show some of CF's other films. I spoke to her this am and told her about Deep Blue Sea...which is a good one...general audience etc. A&E showed Tumbledown in 1993. Ask them to reshow it.

I can�t help getting quite depressed by this conversation about his career, as if it already was a catastrophe or at least heading fast for it. I really do not think it is or will be. I almost feel hurt for him because of all this frustration and urge to tell him what to do with his career. Was Wessex really such a lousy role? (I know that�s not the point, just occurred to me that a disappoinment might be a reason for all this anxiety). I�m sure he knows what he�s doing and what he wants, and it can be something else than what we might expect. For instance, it�s possible that he�s even more selective about roles than we can ever imagine. Sorry for being so tired and critical, it happens sometimes.

Great snappies, Nan, and thanks Evelyn for the call. I've taped the Bravo bit and it is probably an excerpt of the half-hour one that was exclusively broadcast in NY and LA last week. I'm stil hopeful that the entire thing will be broadcast by a mainstream cable network. In his second interview snippet, he commented on the script and how only someone of Stoppard's caliber could make it work. Stoppard's knowledge of history and of Shakespeare enabled him to write the in-jokes. He certainly looked real cute in that bomber jacket and black T-shirt. However, I don't think the mustache and goatee were real. One thing that I'm struck by is how first Gwyneth and now Joe F have mentioned Colin's role specifically in their interviews. I have this feeling that Miramax, which would have put together this snippet as well as the bigger one, was definitely trying (or perhaps committed) to promote Colin's performance for Oscar nomination. This could have been the hook that Harvey used to get Colin to take the second banana role. That Miramax would back him to the hilt (if the film were successful) and that he would get the pick of better parts in the future and huge exposure for MLSF. Unfortunately, the critics came out behind Geoffrey Rush and Judi Dench for Supporting Actor nominations and Miramax has changed gears and is promoting the hell out of them now. Colin is really showcased in the 7 minutes, much more so than either Rush or Dent. (Ben) I am always amused when MacKellen and Dench are mentioned over here...as if this were the pinnacle of their achievements. I've even heard one reviewer say that Judi Dench's acting career had "begun" late with the James Bond film! I just saw a profile of Judi Dench on Bravo that was probably done last year. It's not surprising that most Americans would have little knowledge of her before the Bond films or Mrs. Brown. She admitted that she elected to do more British television and theater rather than films. Perfectly reasonable to me and not indicative of any deficiency (xenophobia or provincialism) on our parts. ;-) And his remarks in that recent interview about having an unrecognized name are no more than the usual, self-deprecating sort of charm I'd expect from someone of his background and temperement. I found them a little more wistful than self-deprecating, especially that part about his "big breaks." Some crave recognition on his behalf; but what any actor craves above all, surely - indeed any body, for that matter - is the recognition of his peers. I think he has that already. But the peers have to include directors who want to work with him and will insist that he be cast in their films. A number of producers and directors admire him, but he hasn't been noticed sufficiently to get him the big parts. And by "big parts" I don't mean "Lethal Weapon," etc. I mean parts that would qualify one for a Best Actor nomination.

Karen, fair enough - I accept entirely that it's not xenophobia, and I'm sorry if I gave that impression. But provincialism...or, at least, a particular view of what "success" is, is prevalent, at least amongst some. The point is only that it would have taken one 'phone call for this commentator (I can't remember who he was) to establish that Judi Dench had had something of a career in the theatre already. And the phone call could have been made to just about anyone in New York, as well as London. But, by omissi n, he gave the impression that only a star-studded movie career was true success - so a provincialism not so much about the US but about films. Don't get me wrong - I am not insinuating that theatrical actors are necessarily better - anyone who has seen Kevin Spacey on stage could not. However, at the same time, great acting ability is neither necessary nor sufficient for success in films. It's not clear to me, for example, that his peers "must" include directors who want him for an Oscar-calibre role. I would have thought greater reward, per se, would be the recognition of his fellow actors, in whatever medium. Finally - and this is entirely non accusatory, simply an inescapable fact of human nature - it is harder, other things equal, for a non-American to end up with the leading man role in a Hollywood film. The converse is true as well. This is somewhat related to the question of CF's success. Maybe I'm completely wrong, but I simply cannot picture him as someone agonized by his own "failure" to get big Hollywood breaks. He seems too self-effacing. And, unless he is tortured, why should his supporters be?

An interesting discussion! I am more than guilty of being over zealous on CF's behalf and wishing him more than perhaps he wishes himself. But I do agree with Ben that CF probably has a different yardstick for measuring "success", and I also think that British actors pace their careers differently, often mixing theatre, TV, film and radio work, and often opting for lesser but more varied roles....and then playing King Lear in their sixties! (Tom Courtney and the newly knighted Nigel Hawthorne are both pl ying Lear this year). I remember reading a comment by JE...that she would rather work as a waitress than take an acting job, for which she felt no sense of commitment. I should think that CF shares this viewpoint. BUT, to return to the present, which really concerns us all....if David Puttnam says that MLSF will be released in May, it will! It's just as much his project as Harvey's! Previews of SLOW seem very favourable. And I'm sure that CF must have some good projects in the offing...and they'll be worth waiting for. So, keep the faith!

I just saw SiL again (it's finally playing at a theater near me). It's even better the second time around. Karen, I don't know if Colin's role was necessarily intended as Oscar material (unless they all get nominated--you never know). IMO the hook was related to MLSF. Miramax had to pull it from release last summer for a reason. Surely a film about a moss farm in Scotland would have a better chance in front of American audiences (where the money is) if people recognize the star. SiL is Miramax's way t get Colin out there: great film, Oscar caliber, other big names. Have him do interviews. Have the other stars speak about him (although, as I wrote earlier, I sincerely hope some of that is genuine). I agree the PR seems to have taken a turn away from Colin since earlier on, but 7 minutes on Bravo including him sounds good to me! They could have cut him out and featured only Gwynnie or Joe. I'll keep my eyes peeled for the full show on either Bravo or HBO, but I see what you mean, Evelyn. Many times H O sticks them in at the end of a movie ending at an odd time and those are never listed. I think if we're patient, we'll see more. The movie really just opened nation-wide last week (not Christmas, as we thought. It was only playing in "selected cities"). Wait until the Oscar hype!

Still on about the DB's career, are we? Perhaps when I said "name recognition" rather than super-stardom" Several people misinterpreted what I meant. The LAST thing I would want to see is Colin in the lead of some Hollywood Blockbuster or fully established in the money-mart there. I have gathered from his statements that it is the LAST thing he wants too. What he wants are good, well-written roles in quality productions, which is what any dedicated actor would want. To get same, he must be OFFERED th se roles (preferably as first choice). To do that he must have the respect of his peers (he seems to have that), a good reputation as a dependable and thoroughly professional actor (it appears he is building this up) and "draw" which means: 1) a hefty segment of a given population know who is being talked about when his name is mentioned, and 2) a respectable proportion of those who recognise him will desire to see him when they find out he is in a given production. This year he will have several releas s relatively close together, so the chance to build up "1)" is upcoming. But to build up "2)" requires that he have a proportion of the roles he chooses as likeable or admirable characters because those are the images that stick with the public consciousness. I sometimes get the feeling he fights accepting such roles tooth and nail (remember the difficulties Sue B. had to convince him?) He resists playing "heroes", even supporting ones, because they are not challenging enough for the application of his talents. I say get Sue to give him another talking to! He is puzzled because the greatest popularity he ever won was in a role that didn't require him to act his socks off, and even to occupy a large proportion of screen time. But it was the nature of the character that won him that recognition, whether he likes it or not. He needs to take such roles , say 33 percent of the time, and I guarantee he will have more good offers of good roles than he'll know what to do with. And the name recognition is w at will give this to him. "Colin Firth? Oh, I know that guy. He's really good. Let's go see it..." (I give permission for him to play the weirdos 50% of the time..) Enough! Now watch the debate!!!

KJ, You say "what he wants is....". Is this not the heart of it? How does one know what he wants? Quite possibly, he wants to do the odd bit of theatre work, the odd film, and spend the rest of the time having and looking after children. Someone on the Darcy site pleaded that one could only, surely, want success for the object of one's love. No. One should want them to be happy and contented, which is far from the same thing. I think your analysis is spot on - he resists things that he thinks may not stretch him, and is nervous about fame. The combination of the two means he is too proud to take great pleasure in gaining recognition from the "nature of the character" he acts, rather than the acting itself. This was a very astute observation, I think, and in many ways gets close to defining what it means to be a movie star. I love lots of films, and am quite unashamed about going to see a film just because it has, say, Gene Hac man or Bill Murray in it (he cracks me up). The rest, quite literally, is the vehicle. (And I admit I would be even quicker to go and see something with The Goddess Ehle, Lord bless 'er, though I'd prefer to be invited to dinner, and just by chance sit next to her, then bump into her a week later at a gallery, and end up having lunch, children, etc.) But, the bottom line for me is this: if CF is nervous about doing all this, and it goes against the grain for him, then so be it. May he simply live the life he wants.

....but the point is that he is doing nothing and has been doing nothing for nearly a year, no theatre, no TV, no films and that cannot be good for him or us. I just hope he isn't becoming disenchanted with the profession and that we get news of something no matter what, no matter how small or odd, whatever he wants to do is alrigh by me but please do something soon and please let us know Colin, we have been very very patient. BTW Bethan you didn't finish your sentence and it sounded interesting.

We shall have to wait and see what Colin choses to do next. That will give us a clear indication of his ambition. I would prefer that he developed his own project, but wouldn t we have heard something by now if that be the case? We are no good at this waiting game.

( Karen)I found them a little more wistful than self-deprecating, especially that part about his "big breaks." I, for one, felt rather sad when he commented;...Re; Big Breaks" you're always filled with expectations and then things don't turn out the way you planned". Of course, it was a stupid question from the interviewer.However...IMO it gave me a different insight into his feelings being a star in a famous role. But perhaps it was my perception. (Ben)May he simply live the life he wants. Amen. And he seems to be doing just that.

Someone posted at Virt Views in RoP that the SIL CF interview will be aired again on BRAVO Jan. 17 at 3:45pm.

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And may we all be his thoughtful, grateful and patient fans, admirers, followers - whatever... for years to come. Yes, of course, we all want to grab more! Of course it's natural to want all of him - now! This minute...! But Colin is giving of his skill, his art, in small, carefully measured doses, like something precious. For indeed that is what it is. Like small tasteful morsels or a glass of good wine, he is to be savoured slowly, thoughtfully, in peace and quiet. You don't want to guzzle it all at once. ;-)

Oh, okay then, I am convinced but it is so frustrating when I hear that J.F has another role so soon after SIL and RF has or is in the process of his third film this year.

If he doesn't want to work but in small doses, that's fine. It truly is. But if he's not working because he's not anyone's first or even second choice, then that disturbs me. No one knows, we can only speculate which we all are doing a fine job with. Enjoying the discussions. (Moon) We are no good at this waiting game. Actually, I think we're experts. ;-)

Okay, UK ladies. The FoF list has information on the London SIL premiere and are happy to share it. It's January 19, a Tuesday, at the Empire Theatre starting at 8:00 pm. If you need more information, you can contact UIP International, Katherine Willing, 44-181-563-4167. If anyone can make it, the best of luck. Almost forgot, Moon. Is it okay to e-mail you at home?

I do have some good news. Yesterday, COlin was listed in the Arts section of the local paper. They had his name wrong . Okay,okay, here it is.....today, they corrected and listed a correction. Yeah, for Colin. I was so happy. Plus, SIL opened at a few more cinemas. I am so happy. As far as Colins' career, I would rather see him take really good roles thatn blockbusters that are not challenging. Of course, we all know he is the best actor a out there.

Hi, I too have done some super sleuthing and Colin is to attend the UK Premiere on Tuesday, however, it seems it is a sell-out so I will just have to wait outside with my camera. GP, JF & Simon Callow will also be there, don't know about JD. All being well and weather permitting I shall be there and will report back.

SIL PREMIERE IN LONDON Miramax London confirmed ; Tuesday January 19th 8pm Empire Theatre,Leicester Square Charity Benefit: The Chicken-Shed Theatre (some children's theatre group in London.) As of this morning they were sold out. However, they do have a waiting list for tickets that are returned. Tickets are: 30UKP & 50UKP Call: 011-44-181-292-9222 for waiting list. Organizing the Premiere is: Caroline Lockyer-Nibbs 011-44-171-534-5209 Publicity for the Premiere is:011-44-181-563-4167 And yes, as AnnW. reported "Colin Firth is expected to attend".

(Ben)(And I admit I would be even quicker to go and see something with The Goddess Ehle, Lord bless 'er, though I'd prefer to be invited to dinner, and just by chance sit next to her, then bump into her a week later at a gallery, and end up having lunch, children, etc.) LOL! Best of luck on your quest! Info about SiL interview on Bravo is appreciated. Will rev up VCR because all TVs in house will be irrevocably tuned in to football playoffs. Ann, good luck at London premiere. Hope you get a great glimpse (and pics) of our DB! One more thought to add to Colin's career debate--at least his current role/performance is good, in a great, strong film. Imagine our distress if it was a critical stinker or box office failure and there was nothing on the horizon. No doubt he would emerge (think Valmont) but I'm sure our concern would be greater.

Eileen, I agree with you 100%,his current role and performance is v. good in a strong film. His performance is as good as any in the film. It is always hard to single out performances in a strongly-acted ensemble movie. The actors that were cited are the ones that had the most name-recognition, not that CF gave a lessor performance. With strong performances more mainstream movies like TEP and SIL, he will eventually have some of the recogniton that we crave for him and that he might even subconsciously c ave for himself. Just please no more stinker supporting roles like in ATA.

This discussion re: CF's career has been fascinating -- good, valid points on both sides. I tend to side with the more frustrated among us who feel he should have had something new lined up by now. Or if he's decided to chuck acting in favor of sheepherding or becoming a househusband a la John Lennon, I wish he'd let us know that so I can get on with my life! In the interest of seeing Colin in a lead role before the millennium, I suggest we all chip in and get SLOW out of bank receivership or whatever it is that's holding it up. Imagine the headlines in Variety: "Firth Fans Finance Foundering Film"...

"Firth Fans Finance Floundering Film" I'll be in that Susan. Evelyn thankyou very much for the telephone number, I am now on said waiting list, fingers crossed.

"Firth Fans Finance Floundering Film" I will organize the premiere party, champagne anyone? Ann, auguri di buona fortuna! We are counting on you.

TV ALERT The History Channel will broadcast "Decisive Weapons: The Bayonet" on Thursday, January 21 at both 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm (one hour show) Eastern time. I'm not positive, but this show might have scenes from Tumbledown showing Colin and it might also show the real Robert Lawrence. I had heard about this program last year and noticed in next week's TV Guide that it was finally going to be reshown. I tried to check the History Channel's UK website, but couldn't find a search feature.

Here's the program listing: Springfield Rifle. A review of the 300-year history of the bayonet--a few inches of cold steel that built empires and decided the Falkland War's bloodiest battle. Then, a look at the first "mass-produced" weapon. Over 40 years in development, the Springfield Armory's Rifle Musket, with greater speed and range, was crucial for Union forces at Gettysburg.

(SusanMC),,Or if he's decided to chuck acting in favor of sheepherding or becoming a househusband a la John Lennon, I wish he'd let us know that so I can get on with my life! ROTFLOL.

(Arami) But Colin is giving of his skill, his art, in small, carefully measured doses, like something precious. For indeed that is what it is. Like small tasteful morsels or a glass of good wine, he is to be savoured slowly, thoughtfully, in peace and quiet. I couldn't agree more, Arami. IMO, the fact that his roles are infrequent adds to his allure. Plus, he usually rewards us with such wonderful performances. This alone helps to quell my frustrations. (Ben) May he simply live the life he wants. Amen to that. (Susan) "Firth Fans Finance Floundering Film" The talented ladies at FanFic should consider publishing their Lizzy/Darcy errotica (wonderful stuff, BTW, ladies). Perhaps the proceeds from the royalties could help to bale out SLOW. There are other fundraising possibilities which involve chocolate and nuts, but I hestitate to delve futher into the details....

royalties could help to bale out SLOW. Oops, I meant to write bail out .....that's what I get for being in a hurry.

Sue: I am in too for the Firth Fans.... I would be willing to help out. Wouldn't it be cool if Colin peeked in to our posts.

(Lisa JH)fundraising possibilities which involve chocolate and nuts You mean, he's the chocolate and we are nuts? :-)

Best of luck at the Premiere, Ann! And if you see the Man Himself, just give him a poke in the back and say "Hey, Mr Firth, there are are a lot of women out there who think you're semi-retired. What exactly ,and I mean "exactly", is your next job?" And if he says "no comment", just corner Livia in the Ladies Room and ask her when hubbie's new day job starts. :-) Seriously, Miramax have apparently confirmed that MLSF will open in June, so that's one less thing to fret about! Moon, the only time I ever phoned CF's agents office in London, I found them rather less than informative. I asked when we would next be seeing Colin in something, and was told that he would be in SIL, opening in the US in November (wrong!). And when I said "oh good, that means we'll be seeing him in the UK soon", the same lady replied "oh no, it will be at least six months" (wrong, wrong!) I uess there's only one reliable source (get poking, Ann!) :-)

Oh Bethan, I would love to be able to say I will do what you say but if I do see him, I am sure I would be dumbstruck and anyway I expect I will have to fight my way through GP & JF fans and I have to say here and now that unless I get tickets I probably won't be going unless it is a lovely evening!! , I am too old to stand out in the pouring rain but if I do go and I very much hope I will I will make mental notes and take my camera, although I am not a brilliant photographer but you never know I might ge beginners luck.

(Bethan), Moon, the only time I ever phoned CF's agents office in London, I found them rather less than informative. I know I have said this before but he really should look into changing agents. To be low-key and British is very cool and all but NOT for an agent. I am not crazy about his US agent either. It is all up to our DB to do something about it. A May opening for MLSF is still rather far off we will just have to see. Arami and Bethan what about joining Ann at the premiere? Allison where are you? Ann do not be shy, go and try for some pictures, he was very affable with Winter.

Rita, I live in mortal fear that Colin will peek in at our posts! Criticism of his career choices, comments about chocolate-flavored condoms (oops, that's at #112, I think) -- as Lizzy would say, "What must he think of me?" Seriously, did anyone see the interview with that woman who broke into Brad Pitt's house? She was acting like what she did was totally normal, and to the rest of the world, looking at her, she is obviously wacked. What kept me lurking for so long was I was afraid if I started posting here, my name would end up on some sort of list Colin's people compile of wacky fans who might be a threat to him. When in reality I would never dare speak to him, chicken that I am!

Allison where are you? Here I am! Christmas, New Year, skiing and catching up on work after all that time has prevented me from doing more than the occasional lurk. However I did break cover today to buy a copy of She magazine, advertising on its front cover "Colin Firth on Sex Appeal" (other articles entitled "New mothers get Naked" and "Women who pay for Sex Lessons"!!) I made sure no one saw me as I entered our local newsagent and the girl behind the counter looked as furtive as I as she asked me if I would like it put in a bag!! Rehashed articles mostly plus 2 photographs we have all seen before. There is a new photograph of CF and Livia with her gazing into her eyes. sighhhh! Lots of airing of Colin's social hangups which are actually quite interesting though I do think he should have come to terms with it all by now, he is 38 after all. The article made him sound just like my student son when he is sounding off on this, to British minds anyway, endlessly fascinating subject. However this is probably unfair as I think the article has been rehashed from a number of sources and so almost certainly gives a wrong impression. One interesting point. He says Nick Hornby is still a good friend and contrasts people's reactions to Nick who has a London accent with himself and his RP. He seems to move in a world where it is considered cool to be prolier than thou and he says that Nick is never castigated for his background because he adopts a lower class accent. An interesting observation. I only discovered a month or two ago tha NH's father is Sir Derek Hornby who is a big businessman and Director of I can no longer remember h w many major companies! So much for Dad as played by Neil Pearson!

(Allison) I only discovered a month or two ago tha NH's father is Sir Derek Hornby who is a big businessman and Director of I can no longer remember how many major companies! Absolute shocker! He portrayed the father as a sales-type, certainly not the bigwig this would imply. prolier than thou Typo? or is prolier from proletariat?

(Rita) Wouldn't it be cool if Colin peeked in to our posts. I can�t imagine that CF could be bothered to monitor to Drool. God, I hope not. Some of us would have to legally change our names. :-) (Susan) Seriously, did anyone see the interview with that woman who broke into Brad Pitt's house? She was acting like what she did was totally normal, and to the rest of the world, looking at her, she is obviously wacked. Yes, I saw that on TV as well: shades of David Letterman�s unsolicited houseguest. One would hope that our admiration for the DB does not fit into the stalker category: we lust after and obsess about him from afar, are gainfully employed, and are in real, committed relationships�.. IMO, however, premiers and the like, are fair game for seeking autographs. It is one thing to meet him in a public arena, and another thing to follow him home. All kidding aside, I would never want to invade his priva y. When I lived in NYC, quite frequently I used to see celebrities walking around town. Residents were very good about not bothering celebs; it was usually the tourists who pestered them. Since then I have always thought that it would be better to be rich than famous. Oh God, then I think about what happened to poor John Lennon�.

(SusanMc) Seriously, did anyone see the interview with that woman who broke into Brad Pitt's house? Eeeewwww, I did. She creeped me out. Hope she's now in a treatment program for her obvious psychiatric disorder. It's unfortunate that the press takes sick people and makes them into short-order celebs. Suppose I'm guilty for watching and therefore contributing. Of course, we Colin fans are *ahem* way too mature and intelligent for such over-the-top behavior! Witness how well Dame Winter conducted herself at SiL's LA opening. Right, ladies (and gentlemen)? We channel our desires and longings more productively, tapping on keyboards during stolen moments or late into the night! (Allison)There is a new photograph of CF and Livia with her gazing into her eyes (her gazing into his eyes, right?) Any chance of getting that picture up on this board? Or else I'll have to fly to Rome/London, break into their flat(s) and sleep in their clothes...(kidding! kidding!)

Any chance of getting that picture up on this board? Or else I'll have to fly to Rome/London, break into their flat(s) and sleep in their clothes...(kidding! kidding!) ] Hmmmm....... I wonder... Hee hee:)

(Allison) I only discovered a month or two ago tha NH's father is Sir Derek Hornby who is a big businessman and Director of I can no longer remember how many major companies! ( Karen),Absolute shocker! He portrayed the father as a sales-type, certainly not the bigwig this would imply. I am just as shocked! Is he just putting us on? Maybe there's not an ounce of auto-biographical material is what he writes. I too would love to see that photo Allison. BTW, why aren't you attempting the SIL premiere? (Eileen), Of course, we Colin fans are *ahem* way too mature and intelligent for such over-the-top behavior! You are quite right. Most of us would not be able to say a single word to him if we ran into him.

prolier than thou Right, from proletariat. here is a new photograph of CF and Livia with her gazing into her eyes (her gazing into his eyes, right?) You are of course right again. Ooops, sorry! I do not have a scanner, nor access to one. I could send the photograh to someone. I have Renate's address but she seems to have vanished from view. I am happy to send it anywhere around the globe though I rather suspect that it will appear somewhere on the net before too long. Allison. BTW, why aren't you attempting the SIL premiere? I knew I shouldn't have delurked just before the premiere. I really am way too old for that sort of thing. 25 years ago I might have done it but now I would have to wear a false beard and dark glasses in case I saw someone I knew!

Maybe there's not an ounce of auto-biographical material is what he writes. To be fair he does not write much about his father apart from saying he was divorced from his mother and was abroad a lot. He also wrote that his own London accent was assumed, that his sister had a very upper class accent and his mother RP and that he was brought up in Maidenhead, a very pleasant town not far from London. It was only in the film that he was portrayed as being much less middle class. IMHO I felt this weakened the film.

Bethan,do you happen to know exactly when in June MLSF is to be released,I must say I am disappointed that they are releasing it in the summer,surely the Autumn or the Winter would have been better for this type of film, or at the very least the spring, the summer is for blockbusters,I can't see people leaving the beach or going to a dark cinema on a lovely Summer's day to watch a small film about an eccentric moss grower,not matther how gorgeous he may be.

At AnnW.'s request I called Corbett & Kenne(they are handling the publicity for SIL) this am to inquire if Colin Firth was scheduled to make any Television interviews....and they said "No, he is not". Any print interviews..."No, he is not".I didn't inquire about the other guys...I didn't care!! Obviously, you need Harvey in UK. (With luck,let's hope they're wrong...like the agent) Allison/Bethan...hey , I thought you said the article was a rehash...sound like new stuff to me. And the new pic too. This might be the only thing we get til MLSF promotions.

I hope I didn't come off sounding like the" superior sisters" in my last post about fans/stalking. My musings were not directed at any of you; if offence was taken, please accept my apologies. I think you are a wonderful group of women. Those of you who met Colin handled it with pluck and dignity. It has been great fun to read about your exploits. I, on, the other hand, tend to get very shy in such situations, for fear that I will act like Lucy Ricardo gushing over William Holden at the Brown Derby.

Arami and Bethan what about joining Ann at the premiere? Don't forget, I'm a closet Colin-fan! Borrowing and returning a copy of the ATA video requires cunning and subterfuge; hovering outside the Empire on a Tuesday evening is the equivalent of a major WW2 battle campaign! Anyway, if it's tickets only, I reckon the main emphasis will be on the post-premiere "bash" at the Cafe Royale or whatever! some sort of list Colin's people compile of wacky fans (Susan) I very much doubt if Colin has "people", maybe just a "person"...himself! However I did break cover today to buy a copy of She magazine(Allison) Ditto, Allison, although I did try to resist! I thought, for God's sake, I'm NOT buying that (You forgot to mention the 101 ways to improve your orgasm or the free "sexy" novel!), even if He is "in" it! But, I succumbed and bought, even though I knew it would be a re-hash. Which it is, not a bona fide interview at all. I recognise most,if not all, of the quotes, although they're re-worded and re-jigged. I think the comments on "class" date back to his Another Country days, when he was almost as young as your son, and so can be forgiven some silliness and immaturity! But by juxtaposing these remarks next to the Nick Hornby comments, they are made to appear more current. (BTW, NH's dad was Chairman of RailTunnel ) CF was obviously trying for some downmarket "street cred"!! Wi h privately educated, Cambridge Uni-type parents, and grandparents who were missionaries/principals of a theological college, he's hardly lower-middle class, even if (shame, shame!) he did fail his 11 Plus! I don't particularly like these reconstituted "interviews"....but, I guess the fact that She magazine chooses to run it must mean that they still think he's sexy, despite his continuing low profile! MLSF. Now Ann, I am going to have to insist on some positive thinking here! I'm pleased that it will be released ( a depressing number of films starring British actors never make the screens....for example, two recent Ewan McGregor movies have been "binned"). And I don't think we'll be seeing a demonstration of moss farming! I shall be eagerly wawaiting the kilt! I personally would watch any movie set in Scotland, becauuse I love the scenery,...and as for June, well, I'd much rather go out for a m al and then to the local multiplex 9pm on a summer's evening, than mid-winter!

True,, thankyou Bethan, it is always good to get others perspectives and I see your point.I shall certainly be one of the first at our Multiplex.

(Allison)only discovered a month or two ago tha NH's father is Sir Derek Hornby who is a big businessman and Director of I can no longer remember h w many major companies! At one point, Sir Derek Hornby was the head of Xerox, I believe. He also played a key role in the contruction of the Chunnel (see Bethan's comment). I remember reading something about NH's background, despite how much it's played down in Fever Pitch (both the novel and film version). I esp. remember his justification for getting into Cambridge: he said that the Oxbridge system was in the midst of opening-up opportunities to middle class kids, who otherwise might not have gotten in for lack of enough tale t, connections, or a posh public school background. He may not have been a stellar pupil back in Maidenhead, but I'm also sure that having Sir Hornby as his father made some sort of impression on the admissions committee, no?

I don't particularly like these reconstituted "interviews"....but, I guess the fact that She magazine chooses to run it must mean that they still think he's sexy, despite his continuing low profile! One wonders if the reason SHE magazine did this is because he refused to give them a live/telephone interview.Apparently he only likes mainstream media and this mag sounds tabloid-stuff.

Arami and Bethan what about joining Ann at the premiere? Were I a little closer to London, I suppose I might stroll past the cinema with an indifferent look behind dark glasses and a false beard... I could try and persuade my hubby to drive our getaway vehicle round the side streets for two hours (as parking would be impossible, of course), but I imagine he would advise me to cycle to the assignment (i.e. he'd say "On your bike, dear!", which is another expression for "get knotted"...) Moreover, judging by the state of the weather at the moment, anybody foolis enough to attempt waiting outside will be struggling with their umbrellas, trying not to get blown up, up and away Mary Poppins style, at precisely the moment that Colin dashes out of his limo and into the welcoming dryness and warmth of the foyer... Well, reluctantly and with great pangs of regret, but I don't think so... :-)

And I thought you guys were diehard Colin Fans!!! Sheesh! RE: Sir Hornby, are we absolutely positive he is NH's pops. I mean Hornby is a fairly common English name

(Arami) Well, reluctantly and with great pangs of regret, but I don't think so... :-) Don't blame you a bit, dear. I wouldn't do it either. Though I had classes the night of the NY premiere, I could have found a way if I really wanted to.

And I thought you guys were diehard Colin Fans!!! Sheesh! If he came to Oklahoma, Laura, I'd go meet him "in a surrey with the fringe on the top!!" (But it never rains here :-)

(Laura)are we absolutely positive he is NH's pops. I mean Hornby is a fairly common English name I'm afraid it's true, Laura. It's in his bio. I'll go look it up and come back with the URL. Regardless of his background, NH is still, quite arguably, one of the best contemp. writers out there. But that's not a debate is it? ;-)

Re: Nick Hornby This is from the Electronic Telegraph (April 4, 1998). The complete article is titled 'An unconvincing millionaire": He grew up in Maidenhead, a "soulless commuter town" from which he longed to escape - a desire first fulfilled by regular trips to Highbury to watch Arsenal. His parents divorced when he was a boy and his father, Sir Derek Hornby, went on to become a successful businessman - at different times, the chairman of Rank Xerox, number two to Michael Heseltine when he was President of the Board of Trade and the chairman of a consortium involved in the Channel tunnel. "I am not at all like him," says Hornby. "I could never have done a job in a suit because of him - presumably because there was no way I could have done as well as him. I suppose doing artsy things and drifting in and out of work was a form of rebellion."

I am posting this as my email is not working at the moment and I wanted all concerned to know that the A& E tape has arrived.It is wonderful, many thanks to all invloved in sending it to us..I will pass it on to M & E in due course. I thought he looked particularly good at the LA Premiere but I see what you mean about the "ticks", he did seem very nervous but it was rather cute. I still have hopes of getting tickets for the Premiere, I have been badgering the waiting-list lady, I shall just have to keep my fingers crossed as I too am a bit old to stand outside like a silly teenager. (sorry silly teenagers).

even if (shame, shame!) he did fail his 11 Plus! I have always wondered about this. Did they still have the 11 plus in Hampshire in 1971? the A& E tape has arrived Now how do I get a copy of that?? And from today's "Times", a snippet about SIL. Harold Bloom, a Shakespeare expert points out that the film is pure invention. Firstly, Shakespeare was the most prolific writer and seems never to have had writer's block. Secondly "It is unlikely that Wessex, Gwyneth Paltrow's buffoon of a fiance, played by Colin Firth, would insist on whisking her off ....to Virginia...Virginia was not settled until 1607 - 14 years after all the action in the film takes place.

Have I not said that about Virginia!!! hee hee;)

Tell Harold Bloom to put a sock in it. He apparently hasn't seen the movie so isn't aware the anachronisms are intentional. It's not a spoof but it certainly isn't history. I suppose he's trying to inform the poor gullible souls who believe everything they see on film or on the telly. Ann, I hope very much for your sake that you get tickets to the premiere but please don't feel you're letting us down if you don't make it to London. That's too much pressure to put on anyone. Interesting stuff about Hornby. Shocked me too. I must be one of those gullible souls who believes everything she sees in film or on the telly. Oh, Rita, let's hope Colin never comes here. I think it takes several doses to understand how harmless we are but I'm sure he'd never give us a second chance. Allison, while I had nothing to do with the tape (Ann W, Evelyn and Karen did all the work), I know you can get in touch with Ann to get on the lending list. Is your e-mail working yet, Ann?

Re: my previous comment about fans, Brad Pitt's break-in, etc., I also did not mean to imply that any of us here are wacky. We are obviously all in control of our obsession. So have no fear, Colin;-}

(Arami but I imagine he would advise me to cycle to the assignment (i.e. he'd say "On your bike, dear!", which is another expression for "get knotted"...) Is it a stationary bike? in which case.... ;-) (Allison) Harold Bloom, a Shakespeare expert points out that the film is pure invention...Virginia was not settled until 1607 - 14 years after all the action in the film takes place. Harold Bloom is an English professor who apparently has not researched early American colonization history. Virginia was Virginia since Sir Walter Raleigh's times (1580ish) and while the premise that Wessex goes to Viriginia was not likely it was not impossible. Info on this has been posted at #115 (SiL topic).

Have any of you seen the article in Now magazine? It came out last week while i was out of the country but Dolores has it on her CF Faces site. It is obviously a rehash plus some comments from the recent SIL press junket. However Colin does say that he is v content, sees a lot of his son, has a wife and they are enjoying their life together and he has "nothing planned"!! I wonder whether this has anything to do with Livia. Does she have a job? It would seem sensible for her to establish herself in some line of work before starting a family. I think Colin is the sort of man who would want his wife to have her own life. His mother had a profession and that would probably be his expectation for his wife. I keep thinking of that comment he made to Helen Fielding about having nothing fixed for the next three years. Eeeek! What do you think?

Pox on Harold Bloom. Don't you hate these experts who always want to deflate a good thing. ***** Allison...the tape is compliments of Drool. Sue also contributed the E! "blink-and you've-missed- him"at the LA premiere.We suggested you get a lending tape-train going.See what you miss when you don't post with us? Thanks for the new CFmedia info....could you pl. give me the URL of Dolores' website.? There are so many of them now. **** BRAVO is supposed to run the 7 minute SIL tomorrow at 3:45pm ET **** I have an extra A&E( NTSC )tape of CF's interview....in case someone didn't get it. Pl. email me. ***** ( SusanMC)... also did not mean to imply that any of us here are wacky. We are obviously all in control of our obsession. Speak for yourself...:-)We knowwe're wacky....but we have a good time!!

Karen: Is it a stationary bike? No: rather a non-existent one ;-). Which makes things pretty nigh impossible. * * * Did Harold Bloom suggest that Virginia hadn't existed before the specified time, or is it simply the question of when people started settling there? Allison: Nothing much is known about Livia, not even if she completed her doctor's degree, whether she's working or planninmg to pursue a career of her own: and it's a fair bet that the information will not be easy to obtain... On a purely speculative level, imagine juggling a nine to five type of job with marriage to a freelance bohemian - who at times works all hours away from home and at times not at all, and has a reputation for romancing his leading ladies... hm... what do you think?

Have any of you seen the article in Now magazine? (Allison) Ah, you're behind the times, Allison! Scroll back through the postings, and you'll find I waxed indignant about this (I just hate these "pseudo-interviews")and binned my copy! I think this is just another major re-hash, with perhaps some recent comments by Colin on SIL included. As my copy has been trashed, I can't rememember the exact wording, but didn't he "say" (allegedly) that he didn't know what he was doing next, but was excited at the prospect of what could happen and where it would take him. As an eternal optimist (sometimes) I took this to mean that he had some interesting options open to him! Slightly reviving the debate on CF's current "career break", one thing which has struck me, just from reading newspapers and media mags, is just how long it can take to set up projects and how they can also suddenly be put "on ice". For example, the filming of "Enigma" was due to start this summer, but the director signed up for the new James Bond movie, and there's now a 12 months delay. Working Title, who are going to make the movie version of BJD, have been embroiled in the takeover of Polygram by Univ rsal. TEP collapsed mid-filming because of lack of finance and was baled out by Miramax. CF may well have project(s) lined up, but sometimes there are last minute delays, particularly in the UK. As to Livia.....well, if she's able to spend 24 hours a day with him, day in, day out, they must have a very happy marriage or are still in their honeymoon phase!! Seriously, I should imagine she would want to make use of her qualifications (and he would want her to), but, as Arami comments, I'm sure we will NEVER know!

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If you still want to read the Now article, you can find it at Now Article I wonder if that will work!

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(Bethan), I am going to have to insist on some positive thinking here! I'm pleased that it will be released ( a depressing number of films starring British actors never make the screens....for example, two recent Ewan McGregor movies have been "binned"). Poor Ewan, for every three pictures released two are binned! If Colin sees a lot of Will he must: 1. Spend quite a bit of time in LA 2. Have a lot of free time 3. Is agressively pursuing Hollywood scripts 4. Is looking for a new US agent As for Livia, in Italy they can take forever to finish off a degree (the gov. is now thinking of setting time limits), La Statale di Roma is one of the top Universities in Italy.

This CF quote is from the February 1999 SHE article: "But so much of Darcy's appeal was simply to do with the costumes. Any reasonably fit man would look good in skin-tight breeches. When I wore football shorts in 'Fever Pitch,' for example, I think everyone could see that I was nothing out of the ordinary. My legs and arse didn't have the same effect on women at all. Quite the reverse, I imagine." He "imagines" WRONG!!! Maybe the Arsenal boxers don't do him justice but the gray shorts, that's another subject we've never tired of discussing. ;-)

BEthan....I am glad to see you so optimistic about his "career break"...Proud of you....you're keeping your New Year's resolution.!! I think he is waiting for a good script.Like SIL or TEP. Movieline has an interview with Dougray Scott...new British actor...who says he is sent dozens of scripts, most of the rubbish!!

Hi, I have had some trouble logging into the internet today but all seems well, at the moment.Allison I read your post this morning but have not been able to respond before but if you would like to email me or let me have your email address I will explain what is happening with the A&E video. I really enjoyed it , thankyou very much but I did think that Colin was looking a little chubbier in the face, too much pasta, but he is still a little cutie.

A suggestion, if I may, for Chat. So many times I go in and see people log in and log out almost immediately if no one is there. Perhaps if you want to go in chat to talk, you could sign in and if no one's there, go visit your other sites but don't sign off. Just check every couple of minutes. That's what I do but the danger is I'll forget to check back and then see someone was there, tried to reach me, and then logged off in frustration when I don't answer like what just happened with Ann W. Sorry, ear. But still, don't log out so quickly, ladies. Someone may come around if they see someone's hanging out in the chat room.

(Ann)Fever Pitch opens in the US on the 26th February, in NY & LA, I think. (winter)Thanks Ann! I see another mission in the works, my friends! Moon! Jana! Mark your calendars! The possibility of a US Premiere is not so far-fetched! Jana- you monitor the theatre entrance and Moon, you cover the back entrance! I'll guard the bathrooms! ;-) And hon, we know you have such success in the bathrooms :-). Just wait for Mrs. Firth and follow her back to the prize! I wonder if the DB will really come to L.A. for this movie opening? Wow! Exciting thought. I hope I'm not camped out in Manila again.

Okay, I was going to shut up about this and hug my annoyance to myself...but it's really getting UP MY NOSE! I expected to see something in the Sunday papers about SIL, and I'm right. The Sunday Telegraph plops through the letter box, and yes, SIL is featured. Full page poster ad (free tickets offer) with CF's name (4th billing)on the poster, although not mentioned in the text "starring, JF, GP and JD". Okay, can live with that. THEN, there's a feature on JF, fast rising Hollywood star (okay!)in SIL...." HE CAST ALSO INCLUDES GWYNETH PALTROW, GEOFFREY RUSH, JUDI DENCH, SIMON CALLOW AND TOM WILKINSON". I really do not believe this. And then to cap it all, the magazine runs a feature on MARTIN CLUNES, in his latest Shakesperian venture. I'm just not going to read the papers, til SIL is over. Honestly!!!Or maybe the Times and Telegraph think that their readers have no interest in CF...we're the brown paper bag "She" magazine brigade, worrying about our sex lives. Thank God his name is on the poster! But, I am not going to mention this again, and Ann, don't let it spoil your breakfast! A lot of people will rush to see this movie, and say "Hey, there's Colin Firth!" :-)

Hey, its okay Bethan in The Sunday Times Magazine, there is a large article and interview with Gwyneth Paltrow "Bards of a Feather" and Colin is mentioned twice!! Heading: "Judi Dench, Colin Firth, Anthony Sher, Geoffrey Rush: Gwyneth Paltrow is in good company in her new film SIL..." and then on the second page "that makes great use of its supporting cast. These include - deep breath here, Geoffrey Rush as a bedevillled theatrical impressario, Tom Wilkinson as an unctuous moneylender, Judi Dench as Queen Elizabeth, and wait for it Colin Firth as the Earl of Wessex, along with Imelde Staunton, Ben Affleck, Martin Clunes, Antony Sher, Jim Carter and The Fast Show's cunningly oafish Mark Williams." This time is poor old Rupert Everett who has been missed out. I was thinking things were looking up and then the Sunday Telegraph does this. The Sunday Independent is usually quite kind to Colin perhaps we should subscribe to that.

I am also suffering Sundayitis here. We also read the Sunday Telegraph! IMHO the Martin Clunes publicity is good. A lot of people who would normally stay away from a production like this will go and see this film because he is in it. (He is also a very good actor not just a laddish comic). Bethen, I think your previous comments about the precariousness of the British film industry and how productions are put off and dropped at the last moment is so true. It may mean that he is in talks about some leading roles which have not yet been given the green light. They often start negotiating with the star at an early stage. The lesser roles are usually signed up when plans are finalised e.g. SIL. There must be some reason why he is looking so relaxed!

Another thought - has CF ever given an interview to the Daily or Sunday Telegraph? I fear it would be like him to turn them down on political grounds, you know, UK droolers, the old Torygraph image not being quite his thing.

Ooh, thanks Ann! Just when I was about to subscribe to a conspiracy theory! And commiserations, Allison, we obviously get the wrong Sunday newspaper! And I've nothing against Martin Clunes....although after reading the article, I think Ben Affleck may be suing him!

And I've nothing against Martin Clunes....although after reading the article, I think Ben Affleck may be suing him! Do not stop there, do tell us why? BTW, BA & GP have broken up. (Allison), There must be some reason why he is looking so relaxed! Well he is out promoting a film, FP is to open in the US soon and MLSF in June.

Susan and others, your comments about Colin fans vs. Brad Pitt's overzealous lunatic were responded to "tongue-in-cheek," as I believe your comments were intended. Don't take offense (defense?). I think it was a good way to stimulate discussion. Re: lack of Colin-mention in some of the British press: were those articles failing to mention Colin written by men? Just a little theory I have...

Do not stop there, do tell us why? (Moon) Well, I'm not one to gossip, but, Martin said that his cod piece was bigger than Ben's cod piece, which he referred to as a "perky little thing". :-) I think men take umbrage at this sort of thing (though spoken in jest, of course)!!! Thank goodness Earls don't wear cod pieces..it sounds as though there was some locker room rivalry going on! Were those articles failing to mention Colin written by men? Just a little theory I have... (Eileen) I subscribe to your theory, Eileen! Allison, you asked about the Sunday Telegraph..I think he's given an interview to the Daily Telegraph (female interviewer!), and it was a very flattering one, but the Sunday Telegraph has some critics who should be hoist by their own petard. I still remember their review of P&P...lavish (and deserved) praise for the ladies, "but Mr Darcy is played by the not-so-handsome Colin Firth, who just stands around looking like a yeoman farmer". Ouch! No wonder he didn't win the BAFTA!. Having said that, I've seen orse comments about Kenneth Branagh, Rupert Everett and Alan Rickman, to name but a few! But I don't think Colin is one of the ST's favourites!

Evelyn, thanks for your quick answere ! So, I want to beg everyone to send me an e-mail where and how I can get my hands on the video-tape of the interview with CF. I have got a NTSC and PAL VRC ! I live in germany. So maybe if someone in the UK or germany (or from elswhere, it really dosn t matter ) has got the video and would be so kind to send me one tape I will (of course) pay for all costs. Please be so kind to answer me to: Sabinepalkowski@hotmail.com Thanks !! Biene