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Three decades after the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, screenwriter Richard Curtis said British actor Hugh Grant, then 32, was too 'glamorous' for the character he had in mind. He instead wanted stars such as Jim Broadbent, Robbie Coltrane, or John Gordon Sinclair to play the leading part of Charles. Meanwhile, the film's producer Duncan Kenworthy has claimed Liz Hurly's iconic safety pin dress at the UK premiere event was a leading factor in the film becoming so big - after the daring outfit appeared on the front page of newspapers for a week. Hurly was in a long-term relationship with actor Grant at the time, getting together in 1987 and calling it quits in the year 2000.

In our analysts' list of the best movies to watch On Demand right now, we have a slew of thrillers, exciting romances, and comedies. The experts have selected their top 30 films to watch over the Easter weekend, sifting through thousands of choices so you don't have to. To give you the most up-to-date on the latest movie offerings, they've also reviewed recent launches. To find out what to watch this weekend, scroll down to find out what to watch this weekend.

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Prince Louis, 5, was all smiles as he entered Westminster Abbey hand-in-hand with his father Prince William for the Princess of Wales' annual Christmas carol performance. As he followed his mother Kate and older siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, to his seat, he waved to onlookers and clergy members alike. The Wales children stood proudly next to their parents - as well as other senior citizens - as they lit candles and sang Christmas songs in the festive hall packed with 1,500 people.

At the annual carol concert held at Westminster Abbey last night, Prince William shared a loving glance with Prince George. As actor Jim Broadbent read The Father Christmas Letters from J.R.R. George, 10, looked up at his father. Tolkien was a boy at play. William smiled at his son before returning his attention to the service. This year, the Royal Foundation's Together At Christmas service was held in honor of those who work to assist babies, young children, and families around the United Kingdom.

Princess Beatrice's stepson Wolfie sang of him at his first appearance at a royal engagement at the Princess of Wales' Westminister Abbey carol performance, which was televised last night. Christopher Woolf Mapelli Mozzi, who goes by the name "Wolfie" seven-year-old boy, is the son of Edoardo 'Edo' Mapelli Mozzi and his ex-fiancee Dara Huang. Beatrice married property developer Edo in 2020, becoming the first royal step-parent among the youngest generation of royals. Wolfie, Beatrice's 'bonus boy,' has already fitted in, as his second-cousin Prince Louis, five, cheered with delight as he stepped into Westminister Abbey.

At the Princess of Wales' annual carol concert held at Westminster Abbey, Princess Charlotte demonstrated her gracious demeanors by sharing a polite handshake with clergy. The eight-year-old princess was on her best behavior as she welcomed members of the Abbey's Lady Chapel with a smile. Charlotte wore a £180 double-breasted burgundy wool coat from Trotters, reminding her of her educated mother.

Prince Louis captivated royal audiences tonight as he stood with his family and friends as he opened his first annual carol concert at Westminster Abbey. The five-year-old royal's eyes lit up as actor Jim Broadbent, 74, read The Father Christmas Letters from J.R.R. Tolkien is a fictional character from The Tolkien Chronicles. As they sent letters to children who were less fortunate than themselves, another clip showed the youngest Wales child alongside his older siblings, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince George 10. This year, the Royal Foundation's Together At Christmas service was held in honour of those who work to help babies, young children, and families in the United Kingdom.

Prince Edward was seen at the wheel with Lady Louise Windsor, 20, as he was seen inside the car with her parents - the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. The Princess Royal, 73, wore a chic emerald green ensemble as she was accompanied by her husband Tim Laurence (inset). Hundreds of relatives are treated by the King and Queen to a sit-down meal, which has traditionally occurred on the Wednesday before the monarch leaves Sandringham for the holiday season.

Our experts have hand-picked the best shows to watch right now, ranging from the end of a royal drama fit for a king to a contemporary spin on a children's classic. This week, the experts have compiled a list of the top ten shows to watch as well as reviewing new launches. Find out what to watch out for...

According to WACL, a UK-based group of female leaders in advertising and communications aiming to raise gender equality in the market, Adland's depiction of women hasn't changed as much as it appears. According to the company, women account for more than 80% of all purchase decisions, but 91% claim advertisers don't know them and don't feel represented in the photographs they see every day. However, it is not limited to a company - six out of ten women, apparently, believe that advertising plays a crucial part in debating societal stereotypes. WACL's 300 plus senior women in advertising and communications are determined to raise the voices of women who want the industry to #RepresentMe more - and they talked to young girls aged 12-18 to see what they wanted from future advertisements. It included bringing people's security, dismanaging outdated stereotypes, and allowing females to appear in more than merely'sweet' or'sexy' photographs. Lori Meakin, WACL's Comms Exec lead and author of No More Menemies and Founder of The Others & Me, reveals the new-day advertisements are guilty of'sneaky sexism.'

Eagle-eyed royal followers have weighed in on how tall Prince George is, replicating his father and grandmother's renowned stature. At his mother Kate's Together at Westminster Abbey on Friday evening, the upcoming king, 10, joined his sister Charlotte, eight, and brother Louis, five. Fans marveled at how the young heir is shooting up in height, extending to his mother Kate, the Princess of Wales, who stands at just over 5'7. The Prince of Wales himself is over 6'2. He is expected to inherit his height from his mother Princess Diana, who stood at 5'8 and a half.

EMILY PRESCOTT - Emma Thompson, Imelda Staunton, Jim Broadbent, Greg Wise, and Sir Derek Jacobi, A-listers, are celebrating a new triumph after successfully thwarting a proposal to build a 'Malibu-style' house in their leafy North London suburb. Camden's chief planning officer, Daniel Pope, regretted the proposal: 'The new development would result in the neglect of communal gardens in the wrong direction,' according to Camden's chief planning officer, who said that it would be detrimental to neighboring occupiers' amenity.'

The Prince and Princess of Wales' black and white photographs depicted the pair's smiling alongside their sons Prince George, ten, and Princess Charlotte, eight, who is seated in a chair at the front of the group. The three men and boys are dressed in matching plain shirts - George opting for a Ralph Lauren Polo number and dark trousers, while Kate and Charlotte swapped the trousers for denim jeans. The King and Queen, in contrast, have selected a Coronation photo taken at Buckingham Palace to be used on their festive card, which will be sent to family, relatives, and coworkers.

Sarah Chatto and her hunky brother Arthur appeared alongside the royal family at the Princess of Wales' Together at a Chrsitmas carol concert on Friday. Lady Sarah, 59, and Arthur, 24, were among the firm's long-serving residents to assist Kate Middleton at Westminster Abbey. Sarah, who was often described as the late queen's 'favourite niece,' wore a scarf as she strolled alongside her husband Daniel, looking regal in a white coat.

Prince Louis, five, his sister Princess Charlotte, eight, and his brother Prince George, 10, were joined by their second cousins, Savannah Phillips, 12, and Isla Phillips, 11. (left) Princess Beatrice's step-son Christopher Woolf Mapelli Mozzi, who goes by 'Wolfie' (top middle with Charlotte, George and Louis, and Louis, top middle with Beatrice and Edo), who went by 'Wolfie.' The seven-year-old, who Beatrice refers to as a 'bonus baby,' is the son of Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and his ex-fiancee Dara Huang.Frederik Windsor's girls, Maud, 10, and Isabella, seven, attended (right).

Kate crouched down to talk to seven-year-old Oscar Burrow of Lancaster, Lancashire, who raised more than £40,000 for Derian House Children's Hospice by scaling 12 mountains at the age of six. Kimberley Burrow said afterwards: "She told her she'd heard about what she's done and he's doing a fantastic job, and she hopes that what he's doing will inspire other children to do amazing things." Prince William and children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis attended the princess's annual Christmas carol service. The Royal children were seen stepping in to Westminster Abbey, whilst five-year-old Prince Louis drew attention by blowing out his sister's candle and chatting outside a statue outside.

She may be the Princess of Wales, but she is also the queen of tonal dressing - and Kate lived up to her role as a vision in white last night. Forget the festive cliches of red and green; now is the time to move away from the colorful trouser suits she had been seen in recently. After all, what could be more classy and Christmassy than winter white?Though Kate retained the modern high-waisted wide-leg trouser silhouette, this chic pair from Holland Cooper sells this stylish pair, with a modern round-neck knit.

At Kate's annual Christmas carol performance, Prince Louis blasted out his sister's candle, causing his royal siblings to be in stitches. The royal, five, watched his mother, the Princess of Wales, conduct the special festive service at Westminster Abbey today. Before The 'Together At Christmas' Carol Service, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and Prince George wrote letters to other children.' It had been placed at Kate's behest, ensuring that members of the congregation would send handmade Christmas cards and letters to children who are less fortunate than themselves. The mischievous royal blew out Charlotte's candle as their mother Kate erupted after the service. As she smiled, he was seen puffing his cheeks in an effort to smear his older sister's candle. I wore a navy button-up jacket, barely legged trousers, and blue suede Chelsea boots. Charlotte, eight, was also chic in a Trotters double-breasted burgundy wool coat. However, this is not the first time Prince Louis, the youngest of the Welsh children, has robbed the show. On several occasions during royal outings, the fourth in line to the throne has been the focal point of attention.

At Westminster Abbey today, the Princess of Wales and her sister Pippa Middleton performed with her sister Pippa Middleton as she attended her annual Christmas carol service. Kate Middleton was not joined by her family, who are set to arrive later today. For the occasion, she is expected to be joined by her three children and her husband. Beverley Knight and Adam Lambert, guitarist Jacob Collier, and actor Jim Broadbent were among those waiting for Kate in the Abbey's Lady Chapel. This afternoon, Kate's sister Pippa and her husband James Matthews, as well as Lady Sarah Chatto and her husband Daniel Chatto were all photographed arriving. Guests at the concert will be treated to a very special holiday gift by the Princess, based on John Lennon's piano.

Princess Eugenie (picture) arrived in a chic monochrome ensemble as she arrived at Westminster Abbey this evening. The queen, 33, appeared to arrive alone at the event, without her husband Jack or children August and Ernest. Eugenie's black dress coat reached the knee and was given a modern twist by a sparkly fabric. She paired the outfit with a pair of knee high black boots and black tights. In the meantime, she accessorized the outfit with a tiny handheld bag in a festive burgundy hue.

At the stately service in Westminster Abbey, London, the junior royals looked adorably festive as they aided their mother, the Princess of Wales. The children were greeted by their father, Prince William, as they arrived to cheer on the princess during her third annual carol service. Several people attended the royal service, including the royal family, were among many who attended the special Christmas service, which is expected to honor those who work to help babies, young children, and families in communities around the country. (Pictured Left): The children are given Christmas cards by the children. Prince Louis is seen shaking the hand of David Hoyle, the Dean of Westminster. Inset: Prince George's Christmas card addressed to Tony)

The service, hosted by Kate, is scheduled to take place at the abbey in central London on Friday and will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve at 7.45 p.m. A teaser clip for the Royal Carols Together At Christmas, a Christmas program starring the royal mother-of-three, aired on ITV1 at 9.45 p.m. on Thursday. 'I want you this Christmas Eve for a special carol service,' Kate, wearing a £420 Self Portrait sequin jacket, says, 'a heartfelt thank-you to all those who care for our children during those vital early years.' Many who work to help babies, young children, and families in communities around the UK will be honoured in the service, which is funded by The Royal Foundation.

Aldi UK has sent a warning to customers ahead of the busy Christmas season, which will impact more than 1,000 stores. It comes after the supermarket revealed their Christmas commercial for 2023, where Kevin the Carrot, the company's most popular Kevin the Carrot returned for his eighth year as their mascot. This time, the character was discovered touring William Conker's Christmas factory with the likes of spoilt little sprout and gluttonous grape.