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FEBRUARY 23, 2006 at 6:00 PM
Posted by EUDAEMONIA
Source: BBC - Norfolk Kids
While touring the UK's theatre stages, Christian Coulson
from the Chamber of Secrets movie recently gave an interview with BBC Norfolk. The actor who portrayed Tom Riddle on the screen fondly reminisces about his experiences auditioning and filming for the 2nd Harry Potter movie. Here are some excerpts from the interview:
"I hadn't read the books until I auditioned. The auditions took six months. They saw about a thousand people, but in the end they got down to three and then they camera tested me and that was it. By the time the call came it had been going on for so long it was a relief."
When Christian got that all important phone call to say he'd landed the part, it was all very exciting. "The first film wasn't out, but obviously it was starting to build as an idea. Of course it was exciting, the part really chimed with me when I read the book and I felt very strongly there were some things I could bring to it".
Additionally, Christian expressed hopes to make a return for Half-Blood Prince:
"I'd love to do it again," said Christian.
"When a friend rang to tell me to read the sixth book because [Tom Riddle] was in it again it was exciting - but who knows," he added.
Make sure to visit BBC Norfolk in order to read the full article or watch the (RealPlayer video file) interview with Christian.
Thanks to Martin for the heads up!
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The Chosen Hobbit
Points: 2447
Enisnitch Baggins says:
"The auditions took six months." - Wow, that's a long process!
"When a friend rang to tell me to read the sixth book because [Tom Riddle] was in it again it was exciting - but who knows," - He hadn't read the book before his friend ring him? Evidently he's not a big fan.
Posted Feb 24, 2006 at 10:50 PM EST
Harry Potter's Date
Points: 3146
The Parvati Patil says:
That's good. He's sooooooooo hot and he's very very good at portraying his character.
Posted Feb 24, 2006 at 11:00 PM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
That is soo interesting, i would be very happy to see him in HBP, i think he did a great job in second movie. I would be very happy and i hope that he does come back because he does a great portraying Tom Riddle
Posted Feb 24, 2006 at 11:06 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 447
RinnyluvsNeville says:
he was so hot in the 2nd filmi hope he is more of them to come i loved hime so much. we love ya we love ya!
Rinny
Posted Feb 24, 2006 at 11:27 PM EST
Student
Points: 277
Radcliffe's Girl says:
I hope he comes back for HBP...he was really good in COS...and anyway everyone will most likely be expecting him to play the part..
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 1:48 AM EST
Princess of Anime
Points: 7539
Allenoray Mozart says:
That's brilliant!
I hope the director puts the Tom Riddle in the sixth book, the majority of the book was about Tom's past anyway, it would be a shame to leave it out. Hopefully Christian will play the part again, I loved him in the Chamber of Secrets. ^,^
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 1:51 AM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
Yay! I love Christian Coulson! He plays a great Tom Riddle... He's in HBP! Oh yeah... .Love to see him in HP again...
~MP~
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 2:26 AM EST
The Warrior Sorceress
Points: 3333
Devilish Katlyn says:
Well, I certainly hope he's back in the 6th movie. It wouldn't be right without him!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 2:31 AM EST
Princess of Fantasy
Points: 2538
magiclover13 says:
I really hope he comes back for HBP. He's a really good actor!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 2:58 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2334
Chahat says:
I really liked his acting in CoS. Fills Voldemort's part beautifully. Hope he comes back.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 4:20 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 66
<3Emma<3Watson<3 says:
He looks nothing like Tom did in the movie! He's a really good actor though. I hope Tom Riddle returns!!!!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 4:46 AM EST
Witch
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Hogwarts babe says:
I don't think it would be right if he didn't return as Tom Riddle. He was brilliant and quite terryfing as the young Voldemort. I think he will come back seeing as he's kinda vital for the 6th movie and i wander what it's like working with Daniel Radcliffe. LOVE YOU DAN!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 6:02 AM EST
Muggle Representative
Points: 9117
The Lime says:
Whoa, how many channels does BBC have? I've heard of so many, and now one called Norfolk. Hmm, Oh well.
Very cool interview though!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 8:39 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1188
sirius'doll says:
I do hope he returns...its almost as bad as replacing as one of the leads. He is the face of Tom Riddle (not a bad looking face at that), it'd be criminal.
Then there is the opportunity to show his skill, and bring the character to life.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 9:54 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
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JAYSTARR says:
He did a job well done in COS...Very good acting and dramatic.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 9:57 AM EST
Witch
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bewitched_gal says:
I really hope christian coulson comes back, he was a really great and hot Voldemort ;)
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 10:17 AM EST
Witch
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Dementor Exterminator says:
It'll be good if he does come back for HBP. He was a great Voldemort in CoS.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 10:23 AM EST
The Slytherin Slayer
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Mr. Big Shot says:
Coolios . . . dude was kinda sorta awesom in Chamber of Secrets . . . he should be brought back . . . I can't wait to see the movie . . . on ward! too . . .uh . . . OOTP . . .
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 11:57 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1841
Remmy4193 says:
It's amazing how they could turn his face from looking like him to something like Voldemort. I hope that Christian returns!!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 11:58 AM EST
Crookshanks Caretaker
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hermionefan1 says:
That would be awesome if he returned for HBP, i loved him in CoS. I hope WB lets him come back, im sure it would please all HP fans.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 12:36 PM EST
Heiress of Gryffindor
Points: 3537
Nienna Narmolanya says:
Cool...
You know what's reallly weird? It's rather ironic that the actor's name is Christian, and he plays the most evil being, like, ever. Ahahha, well, it worked out - it was good seeing him act - he's great! I hope he does come back for the sixth movie.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 1:53 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1494
~*WitherWings*~ says:
Oooh i hope he comes back for HBP, he was great as Tom Riddle! i'd love to see him again! :D
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 2:02 PM EST
Order of the Phoenix
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Eleanor says:
It was a very intresting interview. And I wonder when they make the 6th movie, will they ask him to come back. I mean don't get me wrong, he was fantastic as Tom Riddle in the 2nd book, but I think he has gotten too old, and he doesn't look like he could be 18. With that, I hope they don't ever do a Darson's Creek, which won't give then any cridability. If he is back, then I hope he would to part justice, but if he is not, then I hope they find someone else who can do the part just as good, if not better.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 2:34 PM EST
Slytherin's Golden Locket
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Lady oF Shadows says:
Excellent, I wouldn't want anyone else! He's a perfect Tom Riddle. Hope he returns!
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 4:40 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 613
dietbrand says:
Ah, another interview. And with a surprisingly convincing actor. Considering he was normally too old for the part. I loved that part. I hope we see him again in HBP
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 5:35 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 375
*Gryffindor_Beauty* says:
Cool. It would be good to have him back again. I couldnt imagine someone else doing it. I loved him in COS.
Posted Feb 25, 2006 at 5:38 PM EST
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