One of the most successful actors to date is Colin Firth. He is interested in the diversity of his roles. Starting to act in films in 1984, today he continues to do what he loves. Today Colin Firth is known, perhaps, all over the world.
Brief information from the biography
The actor was born in 1960 in the English county of Hampshire. He grew up in the countryside with his parents, as well as his brother and sister. However, in 1971, the whole family changed their place of residence. Now they lived in St. Louis (Missouri). Interesting fact: during the school years, Colin Firth was taught to play the euphonium.
The college, in which the young man entered immediately after graduation from school, was completed in 1982. And already in 1984, Colin Firth was approved for the role of Tommy Judd in the film "Another Country." His successful acting career has begun.
Famous films with Colin Firth
For about 10 years in a row, Firth starred in a variety of films, but they did not bring him much success. “Puppeteer”, “Valmont”, “Fatal Woman”, “Lady with Camellias” and some very little-known works were seen, perhaps, only by the most devoted fans of the actor.
However, in 1995, Colin Firth was invited to the role of Mr. Darcy in the film adaptation of the famous novel by Jane Austen. When the film “Pride and Prejudice” appeared on the screens, the number of fans (or rather, fans) of his talent rapidly increased. In addition to success among the audience, the film and the game itself Firth was noted by many critics.
However, after this, strangely enough, a large number of proposals for the actor did not fall. No, he starred in some films, but they remained little known. The exception is perhaps only the "English Patient." However, there Colin Firth plays the role of the husband of the main character, and does not appear on the screen often.
Another success was brought to the actor by the comedic romantic film "The Diary of Bridget Jones." Coincidence or not, but here is the last name of his hero - Darcy. One way or another, but after this work, he starred in several more quite successful films. “How important it is to be serious”, “Conspiracy”, “Londinium” were published in 2001-2002.
After that, Colin Firth played another of his most significant roles. “Girl with a Pearl Earring” was released in 2003. Colin's partner in the film was Scarlett Johansson. Here he played an artist, a real person, Jan Vermeer. The film tells the story of the creation of the painting of the same name, which is currently stored in the Mauritshuis Museum.
After this, Colin Firth’s career went uphill. He starred in many films, including the continuation of "Bridget Jones."
The most scandalous, but at the same time successful work of Colin is the role in the gay drama "Lonely Man". Released in 2009, it became an occasion for rumors and gossip. Critics noted the excellent acting, as well as excellent directorial work, however, many fans and fans did not like that their favorite decided on the role of a homosexual. Be that as it may, but Colin Firth (photo you can see in the article) won the Volpi Cup for best male role, and was also nominated for an Oscar.
As for his personal life, now Colin Firth is officially married to Libya Giudzholli.