This romantic comedy succeeds primarily due to the script and the chemistry between the two principals. Sandra Bullock plays Lucy, a left-wing activist for all causes that honor tradition and local values. Hugh Grant plays George, a developer who has been the brunt of Lucy's activism numerous times.
Lucy intends to confront George about an upcoming demolition project, but he-being the unorthodox person he is-convinces her to work for him. The only problem is he comes to value her opinion so much, he constantly calls her for every little thing. So she decides to do whatever it takes to get herself fired.
Both characters are likable, so it is not too great a stretch that they could develop feelings for each other. Or that viewers would like watching these two characters interact. Or that Hugh Grant would mentioned how much he enjoyed acting with Sandra Bullock.
Lucy intends to confront George about an upcoming demolition project, but he-being the unorthodox person he is-convinces her to work for him. The only problem is he comes to value her opinion so much, he constantly calls her for every little thing. So she decides to do whatever it takes to get herself fired.
Both characters are likable, so it is not too great a stretch that they could develop feelings for each other. Or that viewers would like watching these two characters interact. Or that Hugh Grant would mentioned how much he enjoyed acting with Sandra Bullock.