For many people, Christmas is all about spending time with the family and spreading the love.
But for Alan Rickman in Love Actually, it's all about bringing the wonderful Emma Thompson to tears after buying the world's ugliest necklace for his secretary.
Yes, it has been 20 years since the release of Richard Curtis' Christmas classic, Love Actually.
The popular romantic comedy is a favorite festive watch for many people over the holidays. Featuring an A-list cast, the movie weaves together multiple love stories set in the weeks leading up to Christmas in London.
From the UK prime minister (Hugh Grant) falling for one of his staff (Martine McCutcheon) to a recent widow (Liam Neeson) helping his stepson (Thomas Brodie-Sangster) impress his school crush - there's a lot of love to go around.
Except, not in one household.
Despite being one of the most beloved actors of all time, Alan Rickman sadly plays a helpless fool in this movie - and his actions are still being felt by viewers to this day.
Alongside on-screen wife Emma Thompson, the duo portrays Karen and Harry, a married couple facing their own set of challenges during the Christmas season.
Karen and Harry initially appear to be a loving couple, living a seemingly happy and comfortable life with their children. However, as the film progresses, it becomes evident that cracks are forming in their relationship. Harry, the managing director of a design agency, becomes entangled in an emotional affair with his secretary, Mia, played by Heike Makatsch.
The storyline takes a heartbreaking turn as Karen discovers a beautifully wrapped gift that she assumes is a necklace, only to find out that it's a Joni Mitchell CD. (But after rewatching the movie, I can categorically say that the CD is a much better gift than the ugly necklace).
However, after realizing that Harry had chosen to pursue an affair, viewers see Karen retreat to her bedroom, close the door, and silently break down to the melancholic tunes of Joni Mitchell's 'Both Sides Now'. It's a raw and vulnerable moment that never fails to rile up social media. Relive the heartbreaking moment below:
Seriously, 20 years on, and people on X (formerly known as Twitter) are still p*ssed.
"It's been twenty years... and I'm still absolutely furious at Alan Rickman for buying that office tart the necklace and breaking Emma Thompson's heart," one person wrote.
"Emma Thompson is EVERYTHING. I still want to punch Alan Rickman’s character (although I dearly loved Alan Rickman)," a second viewer added.
A third angry viewer tweeted: "I still want to kill Alan Rickman for breaking Emma Thompson's heart though. Big jerk meanie!!!"
"Watching Love Actually and still mad at Alan Rickman for breaking Emma Thompson's heart for that office tart," another wrote.
So there you have it. No matter how treasured Alan Rickman was and how much we all love his other countless incredible performances... it looks like people still hold a grudge.
.jpg_uectls?tr=h-184)
.jpg_vOvPo8?tr=h-184)
.jpg_PwXmKg?tr=h-184)
