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Love Actually Director Regrets Insensitive Jokes, Lack of Diversity in Films

  • Richard Curtis expressed regret over fat-shaming jokes and lack of diversity in his films Love Actually and Bridget Jones's Diary.
  • Curtis acknowledged that jokes about women's weights are insensitive and no longer funny in light of changing societal norms.
  • His films like Notting Hill lacked diversity and did not properly represent people of color, which Curtis admitted he did not notice at the time.
  • Curtis' daughter pointed out the hurtful language, prompting him to re-evaluate the messaging and casting choices in his work.
  • Actresses like Renée Zellweger faced scrutiny over their weight gain for roles in Curtis' films.
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