If you call yourself a true fan of American English movies and you’ve never watched “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” then you’re totally missing out! This iconic romantic comedy stars the amazing Kate Hudson and the charming Matthew McConaughey.
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In the film, Hudson plays the role of Andie Anderson, a magazine columnist who decides to write an article about the behaviors that make men end relationships. Andie’s experiment involves trying to make a guy fall in love with her and then purposely driving him away within 10 days. Little does she know, McConaughey’s character, Ben Barry, has made a bet that he can make any woman fall in love with him within the same time frame.
The movie, released in February 2003, was a huge success and raked in over $177 million at the box office. It also featured talented actors like Annie Parisse, Thomas Lennon, and Bebe Neuwirth.
Kate Hudson recently reflected on her experience making the film, mentioning that it was a different era for movie-making. She and McConaughey spent four months filming “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days 2003” and even worked together again on “Fool’s Gold” in 2008, which took six months to shoot. According to Hudson, such long and immersive shoots are rare these days, except for big blockbuster movies like those from the Marvel universe.
During an interview, Hudson shared her thoughts on a potential sequel to the film. She imagined where Andie and Ben’s characters would be now, suggesting they would have gotten married and had kids, but possibly feeling a bit miserable due to being stuck in their respective jobs. Andie, being ambitious, would probably be running something important by now.
Although a sequel is still uncertain, it’s clear that Hudson has maintained close relationships with her co-stars. She frequently reunites with Kathryn Hahn, who played her best friend in the movie. In fact, they appeared together in “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” in 2022.
Kate Hudson’s career skyrocketed after “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.” She went on to star in numerous successful romantic comedies like “You, Me and Dupree,” “Fool’s Gold” (with McConaughey again), and “Mother’s Day.” In addition to acting, Hudson is also working on her debut album, which is set to release in 2023.
Matthew McConaughey, known for his breakout role in “Dazed and Confused,” became a rom-com icon after “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.” He starred in movies like “The Wedding Planner,” “Failure to Launch,” and “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past.” However, he has also showcased his versatility in dramatic roles, such as in “Dallas Buyers Club” and the TV series “True Detective.”
Kathryn Hahn, who made her feature film debut in “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” as Andie’s best friend, Michelle, has since had a successful career. She appeared in various movies and TV shows like “Anchorman,” “Step Brothers,” “WandaVision,” and “Mrs. Fletcher.” Hahn is set to lead her own TV spinoff, “Coven of Chaos,” in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Bebe Neuwirth, another talented actress in the film, has also achieved success beyond “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.” She has had an impressive theater career, winning two Tony Awards for her performances in “Sweet Charity” and “Chicago.” Neuwirth has been married to Chris Calkins since 2009, following her previous marriage to Paul Dorman from 1984 to 1991.
So, if you’re a fan of these incredible actors and their on-screen chemistry, make sure to catch up on their latest endeavors and stay tuned for any potential updates on a sequel to “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.”more on www.reeltip.com.
