British actress Keira Knightley appeared on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon‘ to talk up her recent release ‘Boston Strangler.’ But before they got to it, Fallon talked to her guest about the well-being of her family, Keira taking up acting at 6, and what attracted her to ‘Boston Strangler.’
Jimmy Fallon proceeded to ask about her sports classic film ‘Bend It Like Beckham‘, which turns 20 this year. It’s also Keira Knightley’s definable role. But the actress revealed how different the perception of that movie was. Continue reading to find out how people reacted to a film about women’s soccer.
Keira Knightley Reveals People Thought ‘Bend It Like Beckham’ Was Embarrassing
It’s hard to imagine a cinematic landscape without Gurinder Chadha’s ‘Bend It Like Beckham.’ But back then, people weren’t sure about the movie. The British actress spilled the beans when asked about the film’s perceived success. “No. No, no. I mean, I literally remember telling people that I was doing it, and saying, you know, it’s called ‘Bend It Like Beckham’ and then going, “Oh, that’s really embarrassing,” said the actress.
However, all this doubt wasn’t without reason. Keira Knightley added, “But it was the idea of it, because you know, women’s football was not as big back then. The idea of the whole thing was sort of ridiculous, and it is amazing, because it’s still the film, even today, you know, if somebody comes up and talks to me about my work, it’s that one. It’s so loved, it’s amazing.“
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Will Keira Knightley Return To ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’ Franchise?
With ‘Bend It Like Beckham,’ ‘Love Actually,’ and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean,’ Keira Knightley broke out big time. In an interview with Harper Baazar UK, she discussed how playing Elizabeth Swann ‘felt very stuck.’ Only 17, her character was overtly sexualized for the male gaze. Her later career has been a result of trying to break the mold that was set for her.
Keira Knightley spoke to ET on the ‘Boston Strangler’ premiere about possibly returning to the ‘Pirates Of The Carribean’ franchise. “What about Elizabeth Swan? I mean, she sailed away so nicely. She sailed away in brilliant style,” said the actress, confirming she won’t return to the Johny Depp-led franchise.
In ‘Boston Strangler,’ she plays Loretta McLaughlin. With Jean Cole (Carrie Coon), she breaks and extensively follows the story of a serial killer in the 1960s.
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