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MAY 23, 2004 at 12:35 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: Sunday Herald via Wizard News
According to the Sunday Herald, Alfonso Cuarón was the perfect director
for Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban because he had a real understanding of the nuances of teenage life.
As far as Harry Potter goes, Cuarón liked the script, liked the book, liked Rowling’s storytelling and her “beautiful universe, which is emotionally and socially grounded”. He has said: “It is magical but it is not Duckland, you know, like where Donald Duck lives?”
In his own projects, Cuarón has tended to take his own magical view of the real world. With Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban he seems to have introduced a real world beyond Rowling’s bubble, taking the production out of its pre-packed snowglobe environment at Leavesden studios to film in the open around Lochaber and Glenfinnan, and encouraging Radcliffe, Watson and mugging sidekick Rupert Grint, who now wear jeans and hoodies outside Hogwarts’s gates, to use their own hormones and teen blues for flavour.
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Student
Points: 219
orlib_luvr says:
I completly agree! Cauron is great!!! I cant wait to see how all of his hard work paid off!!!!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 12:40 AM EST
Animagus
Points: 19544
Sirius-Ella says:
o0o0o0 This is awesome, and good news! I agree.. alot of people are saying that this is Alfonso's Harry Potter not...
Harry Potter 3...I can't wait! ibet it's awesome
Posted May 23, 2004 at 12:53 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 98
Romulus Lupin says:
I hope it premieres in the philippines soon.......
Posted May 23, 2004 at 12:57 AM EST
Pixie Liaison
Points: 11797
carina says:
Yea, I agree.. Alfonso was perfect!! I'm soo glad he's the director for POA.. he's taking it to a whole new level!! AHH I hope he comes back for OOTP!!!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:05 AM EST
Curse Breaker
(Moderator)
Points: 3786
Galilea says:
We will have to wait and see about that. I just hope it blends fairly well with the past 2 movies. This is a series you know.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:12 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1908
Opera Ghost says:
They get the movie May 31, and I don't? WAAAA!
Good interview, I'm so reileved to hear he put the story first. He will have plenty of chances to tell other stories his own way, especially if this movie does well, he will probably be able to do whatever he wants.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:13 AM EST
Hungarian Horntail Breeder
Points: 5456
^WatsonLover^ says:
I also think that Alfonso was a great pick by WarnerBros. to direct this movie, because we all know that Pottermaina has died down a bit and I think Alfonso would bring it back to life!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:20 AM EST
The Lost Weasley
Points: 4123
HilaryWeasley says:
I agree with you EmmaLover, Alfonso is a great chocie for PoA. He makes the movies more darker and a little bit scarier. I never thought Chris Columbus was a good director for the Harry Potter movies. (no offence Chris!)
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:32 AM EST
Points: 6760
Zarry Sotter says:
Hehe, DUCKLAND.
Is that what it's called?
Anyway, Alfonso was the perfect director for this film! It seems like everything fits together perfectly, like a puzzel, on this film!
And what's this about Rupert being mugging?
That's good right?
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:44 AM EST
Professional Beater
Points: 20891
feltonluver says:
I really like Cuaron and i haven't even seen the movie. I really wish he was doing the fourth movie because thats my favorite book and it should be really good. I really like the fact it was compared to Donald duck?!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 1:58 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 74
butterbeerboy says:
I think Cuaron was a bad choice and we will find out soon. 2 directors rejected the offer to direct POA, he's more like sloopy seconds. I saw Y Tu Mama Tambiem and he's more of a sentimental director; I don't think he's cut out for a big budget special effect filled epic movie.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 2:03 AM EST
Witch
Points: 707
i_love_tom says:
Well i think his perfect for PoA as well. His a great director.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 2:16 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1525
veta says:
OOOOOO, I get it, that's why he told them to wear teenage stuff, and anyway they are teenagers and stuff so I am happy for them....;D
Posted May 23, 2004 at 2:23 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 463
Erika Potter says:
Dear butterbeerboy:
Let me tell you just a few tinny little things!!! Alfonso (as you can read,(I hope!!!)) was the best choice as director, is just impossible that the most part of the world agree with that and you just say that he doesn't I think you don't know anything about Alfonso's work the movie is called " Y tú mamá también" and that is not his only work you can watch "the little princess" or "great expectations"!! please do not speak if you don't know!!!
As for the news!! I think they are absolutely!! right Alfonso is the best choice and I hope he directs the fifth film because for me it seems to be perfect for him! I love his work and I so so so so proud to be MEXICANA!!! like him!!!! Bien hecho Cuarón!!! Eres lo máximo!!!!!
Saludos.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 3:02 AM EST
Professor of Astronomy
Points: 3288
Prof Aurora Sinistra says:
I think he's done and will do a great job on whatever project he's working on. I'm sure that he was the best for the part of director for this film. He's got such an imagination and talent.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 3:08 AM EST
Ron's Robe Designer
Points: 5793
meganwood89 says:
I think (and hope) that he will be the best Harry Potter director, he seemed to make the movie more darker with more suspense. I'm going to be really scared!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 3:21 AM EST
Gryffindor Chaser
Points: 3637
Angelina Johnson says:
Well, i'm sure he was a good choice for this movie, we'll just have to wait and see when it comes out. I'm sure we won't be sorry!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 4:07 AM EST
Squib
Points: 179
JPA says:
Yup! Im sure his the perfect one, he absolutley understands the blues and the angst of being 13. His wild imagination fits the movie. Im sure it's going to filled with emotion!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 4:49 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 429
hairyhotter says:
Well, I agree that he is awesome! The 3rd movie will be fabulous!!! Chris Columbus and Alronfo are also a brilliant directors!!!
Posted May 23, 2004 at 6:08 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 401
munnii says:
I'll decide for myself if Cauron was perfect for PoA when I see it. Which isn't long - 31st May....
Posted May 23, 2004 at 6:40 AM EST
Lethifold
Points: 2864
Snitch Sox says:
I will resrve judgement until I have seen the film.
I don't think anyone can really give a balanced opinion until then....
Posted May 23, 2004 at 7:11 AM EST
Quidditch Captain
Points: 6166
Alex Seeker says:
I've always thought Alfonso was the most inspired choice for POA. I love his previous films and from what we've seen and heard so far he is not going to let me down this time.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 8:48 AM EST
Transfiguration Professor
Points: 2990
Choralee says:
I have always supported the decision to have Cuaron be the director of PoA. He is the perfect man to bring to life the real flavor of JKR's work. I am more than excited to see this movie. Tickets are in hand and arrangements have been made! All I need now is June 4th.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 8:55 AM EST
Ravenclaw's Heiress
Points: 3930
PhoenixFire says:
I like Alfonso, I've seen his work on "The Little Princess" and I loved that movie. I agree, Alfonso is perfect for Prisoner of Azkaban.
Duckland......hehehe.....
Posted May 23, 2004 at 10:29 AM EST
Magical Creature
Points: 3064
Phoenix Feather says:
I am very much looking forward to seeing this film! The more I read about Cuaron's style the more excited I get. I think that ignoring the 'big budget blockbuster' aspect of the film was a great choice. Getting to the heart of the story is what is important and let the effects help it, not the other way around.
As long as the story remains intacted, I don't care of small bits and pieces are changed.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 11:06 AM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
I think hes perfect for POA too.
i dont know...theres just something about him thats going to make POA AMAZING *Dans blank stare* hahahaha.
i think he added the Cuaron touch.
Posted May 23, 2004 at 11:53 AM EST
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