Here’s a full review of Johnny English (2003), starring Rowan Atkinson.
: An undercover INTERPOL agent who becomes English's love interest. This marked the feature film debut for the "Torn" singer. Johnny English 2003
remains a standout piece of British slapstick, proving that sometimes, being Britain’s "last hope" is actually its biggest nightmare. The Man, The Myth, The Mistake Here’s a full review of Johnny English (2003),
We must also not forget the introduction of Agent Lorna Campbell, played by Natalie Imbruglia. At a time when Bond girls were often criticized for being mere eye candy, Campbell was written as a capable agent in her own right. She often saves English’s skin, and their dynamic flips remains a standout piece of British slapstick, proving
A great comic lead needs a foil, and Johnny English delivered one of the best in the form of Ben Miller’s Bough. Bough is the straight man to English’s chaotic force. He is competent, loyal, and infinitely patient. The relationship is the inverse of the typical Bond dynamic where the boss (M) is exasperated by the agent. Here, the audience is often viewing the world through Bough’s terrified eyes. Miller’s performance is subtle and crucial; he grounds the film, making English’s antics seem even more absurd by comparison.