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FEBRUARY 2, 2006 at 11:12 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: MTV.com via MuggleNet
With all the news today about the upcoming Harry Potter film, actor Daniel Radcliffe discusses how he has prepared for his role this time around by meeting with a grief counselor so that he could understand survivor's guilt which is so prevalent in the book.
Daniel on understanding his role in Order of the Phoenix.
Sirius is clinging on to James (Harry's father and Sirius' best friend) through me, and I'm trying to know my father through him. The same thing happens with me and Cho. I was the last person there when her last boyfriend, Cedric, was killed.
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Auror
Points: 2351
Skitch says:
Well, I'm glad to know that someone is making sure those elements come through. Its very important in the story and for the film.
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 9:42 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1644
auntyj says:
He's really developing as an actor, isn't he? Just the fact that he understands all these issues and the fact that Harry will have to cope with them. Although I'm sure the studio has a big hand in helping him prepare.
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 9:57 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Wicked!It's great that Dan is really preparing for the role.He takes it really serious,good for him.His just an amazing actor.And i think he will do great in the OotP movie.Way the go Dan you rock.HP RULES!
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 10:17 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1819
*~Destiny's*Curse~* says:
Wow! I didn't know how serious this acting thing is! Maybe I should see a counsler about drama club! Anyways, good for Dan. I now KNOW it'll be good.
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 10:24 PM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
Dan must really understand Harry's feelings and stuff to potray him... Must be really hard then. Cant wait to see him kissing Katie Leung! Whoooo!
~MP~
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 10:27 PM EST
Witch
Points: 874
Together Forever, H/Hr... says:
It really makes sense what he said. I know when I lost my Grandma, I found myself askin questions about her when she was a kid and I was lookin through scrapbooks trying to hold on to the memories. I still can't wait for the movie though.
*%* Susanna *%*
Posted Feb 4, 2006 at 11:07 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1055
HotPotFanDanRad says:
Can you imagine trying to understanding being Harry? What a job! What about HBP? There has to be big-time crying and yelling and yeah. Cho better be a better actress this time. She was disapointng. Luna, ehh, no comment.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 1:43 AM EST
Mistress of Enchantment
Points: 19636
Muse of the Aurors says:
Wow, Dan did a really good job of summing up the thought process of the main characters of this movie. Can't wait to see it in action.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 2:20 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2474
Leina D. says:
That really is a deep insight to what i think JK Rowling was trying to get across to her readers. That sometimes making a connection with a person isn't always what it seems. When you lose a person in your life it's only natural to try and find them in other people. Especially those who have had a connection with them also. Thats a great way to approach the Order of the Phoenix, well done for recognising the deeper feelings in this movie Daniel. I hope it turns out spectaular and really meaningful.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:08 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1328
mahfee says:
I think it going to be quite a challenge for Dan to show Harry's anger. In OOTP, Harry literally screams every two seconds! In the book of GOF, when Harry and Ron were angry at each other, Harry like screamed at Ron and chucked stuff at him. In the movie, they didn't really show that anger, they just showed that he was irritated.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:14 AM EST
Order of the Phoenix
Points: 4073
Eleanor says:
Wow! That is really good that he is doing a lot of preparing for the role. Dan is turning into a really good actor. I hope he continues throughout the next two movies. Especally the Half Blood Brince, which (I think) will defintly tedt him as an actor. I also hope that he doesn't decide to finish doing to moves after this one, becuae the next move would just fall apart.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 7:07 AM EST
The Fifth Marauder
Points: 2771
Curious Werewolf says:
Thats great! I can't wait for this film! I love how Dan prepares for his roles and he really tries to understand what the character is going through, it's great!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 8:12 AM EST
The Golden Snidget
Points: 3157
Mrs. Phineas Nigellus says:
That's a good idea, meeting with a counselor. I never would have thought of that. I really hope Dan is able to channel those emotions well, as it is pretty much what the entire book is based on. Good luck!
*The MRS*
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 10:41 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1218
hermygrangergirl says:
Wow, Dan seemed to analyze the situation pretty well! I'm glad he did, as this will help him act much better!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 11:33 AM EST
Witch
Points: 525
Draco'z Devil says:
What he said gives an actor a lot to ponder on.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 11:51 AM EST
Student
Points: 245
Black Illusions says:
Thats really cool. He will become a great actor for always trying to get the best out.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 2:51 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 503
Zauber says:
I never thought he'd have to get advice from a grief counselor.I didn't even know there was such a thing.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 3:48 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1448
Wulfric_Brian says:
Wow, it's great that Dan is going to such lengths to prepare for the role his character is going to play. I look forward to seeing him do another amazing job in OotP!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:20 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 21
*LilyPotter* says:
He is so smart for doing all of this preparation!!!!
I hope he does good in Order of the Phoenix!!!
~Ali
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:26 PM EST
Witch
Points: 633
snakeeyes says:
It's almost a foray into method-acting. It's cool to see him really trying to prepare for his roles emotionally as well as in every other respect. I have no doubt that it will be his most convincing performance yet.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:26 PM EST
Witch
Points: 808
Hogwarts babe says:
I'm glad daniel knows his character's role in the next movie. he really is great at playing harry and i can't wait for this movie to come out in two years time! it's my favourite book and i know daniel will be brilliant in it because he always is!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:30 PM EST
Half-Blood Princess
Points: 2875
Katie Bloom says:
WOW!!That was so cool that1!!
Awsome!!!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 4:56 PM EST
Witch
Points: 592
DracoFanatica says:
I'm glad that Dan can understand that or else this movie wouldn't have been as good. This is a really key concept and i can't wait to see all the scenes with Cho and harry
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 6:09 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 399
pixichik118 says:
Awesomerificolicious!
I really hope Dan will be perfect in the movie,
though I'm SURE he's do an excellent job!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 8:55 PM EST
Prof. of Cultural Literacy
Points: 4464
PowerGranger says:
Good for Dan. I'm not surprised he's taking his preparation seriously though, considering how much work he put into making GoF as "real" as possible from a physical/stunt perspective. OotP is mainly emotional/internal, besides the scenes at the Ministry in the end. Most of it is inside Harry's head, which I would think is even more difficult to prepare for than anything physical. And I'm glad Dan doesn't have any personal experience to draw on for OotP!
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 9:13 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
It's amazing how much actors go through to prepare for their roles. Way to go Dan for your serious (no pun intended) approach to your job.
Posted Feb 5, 2006 at 9:27 PM EST
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