Is Rowan Atkinson really THAT popular outside of N.America?
05-24-03, 11:51 AM
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Is Rowan Atkinson really THAT popular outside of N.America?
I just noticed that Rowan Atkinson's last two movies, Mr. Bean and Johnny English, both did over $100 million in business before ever reaching North America. That seems incredibly huge and indicates more than just a UK audience. Is he really that popular around the world?
05-24-03, 01:07 PM
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He is actually a very very clever guy, Bean and Johnny English are just pandering to what the public want.
Just check out Blackadder for a taste of his genius
Just check out Blackadder for a taste of his genius
05-25-03, 12:52 AM
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You'd be surprised at how popular he is IN North America.
Check out the DVD Forum for the Mr. Bean Box Set outrage...
But to be honest, he is truly a gift to comedy. The man is an absolute genius. See some of his standup... and another vote for Blackadder.
Check out the DVD Forum for the Mr. Bean Box Set outrage...
But to be honest, he is truly a gift to comedy. The man is an absolute genius. See some of his standup... and another vote for Blackadder.
05-25-03, 04:10 AM
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Another vote for the Black Adder (especially seasons 2 and 3).
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05-25-03, 08:42 AM
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Rowan Atkinson is a great comedic performer 
It's too bad most just know him from Mr. Bean.
It's too bad most just know him from Mr. Bean.
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05-25-03, 08:51 AM
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There actually are many many people who are "superstars" in Europe and/or throughout the world who are barely known in North America. Johnny Hallyday and Cliff Richard are two who have been popular over the years, yet few people on this side of the pond really know tham.
05-25-03, 11:28 PM
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I love Rowan's work, especially when he is not Mr. Bean.
His one-man sketch shows are about the most brilliant comedy I have ever seen.
His one-man sketch shows are about the most brilliant comedy I have ever seen.
05-26-03, 09:47 AM
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Originally posted by JustinS
I love Rowan's work, especially when he is not Mr. Bean.
His one-man sketch shows are about the most brilliant comedy I have ever seen.
I love Rowan's work, especially when he is not Mr. Bean.
His one-man sketch shows are about the most brilliant comedy I have ever seen.
