How are British Icons (and others) used in Notting Hill ?

British Icons are used in this film, firstly with the familar British cast members. These include Tim Mcinnerny from Blackadder and Emma Chambers who played Alice in Vicar of Dibley. By including these British Tv stars it helps to maintain the film as British and also helps the audience to relate to the film more easily. Another way that British icons are used is the use of the small area of Notting Hill which is location of the film. This is iconic as it is an area of London as Will mentions at the start of the film is very busy and full of history and tradition. As well as that the use of an American actress being in one of the lead roles helps to show the strength of the Anglo-American relationship. Having a big Hollywood actress, such as Julia Roberts appearing in the film shows the ambition of British film makers.