Российскому телезрителю хорошо знаком сериал «Не be born beautiful, ”and if loyal fans know everything about him, then the rest will probably be interested that the project is not original, but is an adaptation of the Colombian soap opera“ I am Betty, Ugly. ” He also formed the basis of the American version called "Ugly." The actors of the series, the storyline and some curious facts - all this you will find in the article.
Сама идея подобного проекта появилась, как уже it was said in Colombia. It was in this country that the TV series first appeared on television in 1999. A simple plot, which gives a large scope for the development of the project, contributed to the fact that it was adapted in more than 70 countries around the world. The idea of transferring the series to American television appeared in 2001, but it remained unfulfilled until 2006, when the famous Hollywood actress Salma Hayek was included in the work. Originally ordered were 13 pilot series. However, the creators, the crew and the actors of the show “Ugly Betty” did a great job with their work and won 3 more seasons.
Intact in all adaptations remains onlythe main line is the transformation of an unattractive girl into a pretty one. In the American TV version in the center of the plot the daughter of an immigrant from Mexisi - Betty Suarez. She is good-natured and in many ways naive, but her main drawback is the complete lack of taste. She is not distinguished by external beauty and compliance with the standards of the models, and for this very reason the owner of the magazine takes her work as an assistant to her son, the editor-in-chief and poves. In this act there was a secret meaning, the father believed that with such an assistant Daniel Mead’s thoughts would be only about work. The whole pun is that Betty got into a magazine about high fashion, from which she is very far.
It is noteworthy that in the series "Ugly" actorsIt involves a wide variety of caliber: from beginners to very famous. Including Vanessa Williams, the performer of the role of the antagonist D. Mead - creative director V. Slater. However, we will focus on the main roles and characters in more detail.
The central character of the series.The work in the fashionable and glamorous magazine MODE she received from the easy filing of the father of the chief editor. Absolutely far from fashion and everything connected with it. Lack of own style, ridiculous clothes became the reason for numerous ridicule and practical jokes from colleagues. Her family helps her with everything: father, sister and nephew, who understands fashion more than all of them combined.
As the series progresses, Betty herself changes,she experiences unhappy love and gradually climbs the career ladder, despite the fact that the nickname “plain woman” is firmly entrenched behind her. The actors of the series are chosen very harmoniously. So, America Ferrera became the leading actor - an American actress, the daughter of immigrants from Honduras. Bright and non-standard appearance, talent helped her to create a colorful image, remembered and loved by the audience.
One of the main characters and the main "villain"series "Ugly". Actors and roles are often perceived as a whole, and this is the highest manifestation of talent. Vanessa Williams's Wilhelmina Slater is charming and terrible at the same time. She is a creative director and a true professional, a magazine is her life. Therefore, when the very young and inexperienced D. Meade was appointed to the post of editor-in-chief, she was furious and declared war on him. And now she, together with her assistant Mark, is building sophisticated conspiracies and weaving intrigues. Dissatisfied, cunning, very showy and beautiful. “Ugly” (the actors and roles are spelled out very professionally) is, of course, not the debut of W. Williams as actresses, but the role has brought her even greater popularity.
She is known mainly as the first "MissAmerica "is of African American descent, and also as a singer. In 1995, she received three awards at once (Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy) for her performance of the song Colors of the Wind for the cartoon Pocahontas.
Очень талантливо и ярко исполняют свои роли и other actors of the movie "Ugly." In particular, Anna Ortiz is the screen sister of Betty, Hilda Suarez. Both were brought up by a strict father who remained a widower. He and his mother immigrated to America in his youth. Hilda has a teenage son, Justin. The young man is very passionate about not only fashion, but also music, constantly participating in musicals and acting productions, which gives reason for pride to the whole family. For four seasons, they are faced with a variety of situations - from petty quarrels to problems with immigration visas, health and the tragic loss of loved ones.
Помощник «всемогущей» Вильгельмины Слейтер и Rejected by D. Mead, the secretary make up a sweet couple. These are the main schemers and conspirators of the show "Ugly." Actors Michael Uri and Becki Newton participate in all four seasons. Although the appearance of Mark was supposed to be episodic in its original idea. She insisted on his constant participation W. Williams, who liked his work very much. As the story progresses, their characters change. There is no trace of an openly rude and scornful attitude towards Betty, moreover, their characters to some extent become friendly.
The show was warmly received by the audience.The brilliant cast, the excellent work of the scriptwriters and the entire film crew brought him into the leading lines of the rating. After the first thirteen episodes, it was decided to extend it. The critics received him complacently, as evidenced by the Golden Globe Award. in 2007 in the nomination “Best TV series (musical or comedy)”. For the excellent acting work of the same award was awarded to the leading lady A. Ferrera. In addition, she won the Actor Guild Award and Emmy.
