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JULY 14, 2006 at 7:57 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: The Leaky Cauldron
Earlier in the week we let you know
that director M. Night Shyamalan had been offered the first Harry Potter movie, which he declined due to other film commitments. In a recent interview, when asked about 'Potter' he adds that he would be the "greatest protector" of JK's work, would choose the last movie if given a choice of which of the movies to direct and that passing on the first movie still "haunts him."
Shyamalan was interviewed by TLC and you can read a snippet from the interview below:
I would be the greatest protector of an author's stuff. Especially things that I respect, that I know there's inherently magic in it. I would be very wary of screwing it up, so I would be very careful....There's no way that it would be missed by lack of effort or lack of care or lack of attention. I would be giving it every single iota...I would cherish it.
You will be able to listen to the full interview when it is released on Sunday.
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Auror
Points: 2419
Gwenyth says:
I still dont know about him directing an HP film. He is too "out-there" for this kind of movie.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:08 PM EST
Vertigo Swinger
Points: 4011
Topher2707 says:
I really dont believe that he would protect it as much as he said he would. I do believe he would stick to the main storyline, but I think he has such a unique style, that he would have some new ideas that he would want too, and problably put in there.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:12 PM EST
Points: 3
dandysnaz says:
good gawd, just wait till lady in the water comes out - then we can all get excited! hes got this thing were he has to make every single movie into this giant realization like. were all just ants living on the orange in a field. or some random stuff like that! i really dont want him to mess things up, i like the way its been going and he just seems like someone that would try and make some crappy mind bender out of it. i could just imagine him trying to end it like never ending story where theres a kid screaming at a book to help harry beat V. gawd that would be horrible!!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:40 PM EST
Custodian of Miracles
Points: 3264
MadamDumbledore says:
that he would be the "greatest protector" of JK's work, would choose the last movie if given a choice of which of the movies to direct and that passing on the first movie still "haunts him."
*wipes tear away* That makes me sooo sad!!! I think he makes amazing movies...I think I've seen them all.
Oh go on people....give the man Book 7 and let him have some peace!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:42 PM EST
Points: 3
dandysnaz says:
yeah well i think i would trust him doing the 8th book. hah! you know what is an artist with out a little pain in the heart! i really like the fact that these movies are very euro not american - i think he would try and make it more holywood - plus i'm sure JK already has someone lined out for the final chapter! what do you think?
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:49 PM EST
Points: 3
dandysnaz says:
Okay, i need spell check!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:50 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2351
Skitch says:
Wow, this guy is really pulling to get the last Harry Potter film. Before he said he wanted to make the film in his own interpretations. Now he says he'll do everything he can to protect JK's work. Its funny how we sing a different tune when we find things could go our way. hehe
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:55 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1229
sapphire260 says:
That is pretty cool!!
Though I bet he's trying to get the job by saying this little comment!!!!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 7:59 PM EST
Witch
Points: 869
kat_snowyowl says:
He's not the only one who let the first movie pass. Didn't Steven Spielberg? Hmm, I'd have to see a couple of his movies before I would put my hand up to say he HAS to be picked.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:00 PM EST
Points: 3
dandysnaz says:
Skitch says:
Wow, this guy is really pulling to get the last Harry Potter film. Before he said he wanted to make the film in his own interpretations. Now he says he'll do everything he can to protect JK's work. Its funny how we sing a different tune when we find things could go our way. hehe
Didn't know that why he didnt get it the first time! he seems a little rouge if you ask me!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:01 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1918
not*so*sweet*strawberry says:
Cool... he won't change things.... thats a good thing.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:05 PM EST
Substitute Chosen One
Points: 3021
Mr Fishbein says:
Well when I heard there was going to be a Harry Potter movie, my first worry was that it was going to ruin the magic of the book. The GoF movie ruined the book by putting in so much useless stuff instead of the important stuff. I dearly hope OotP won't be the same. Thanks for the update.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:13 PM EST
Harry's Lost Brother
Points: 10058
American Harry Potter says:
Well, I guess that would be pretty cool. He does do horror films, but I am sure he will do a very good job. The Village was very good I must say though.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:21 PM EST
Wino Forever
Points: 8174
true half-blood prince says:
Oh yes, i already said that he would be great to do the movies, and he doesn't even need to say it for me to know, he would catch the whole essence of the movies.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:30 PM EST
Squib
Points: 162
mumof5wizards says:
I truly hope this guy really gets the chance to direct the last movie. He would be an asset not a hindrance to the HP films.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:38 PM EST
Witch
Points: 613
RonsCrush says:
He would probably do a fantastic job with the final film. You know JK is the Queen of the plot twists, and he would make them look brilliant onscreen. Just the final one though, to make it stand out. hmmmmm......
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 8:47 PM EST
Student
Points: 271
Germz says:
I would really like to see a HP movie directed by him in the 6th or 7th...WOW!
<3 GERMZ.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 9:05 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
jenn007a says:
Sounds like he might be a good director for harry potter! I had my doubts because he makes alot of horror movies but he could make a great last movie since it is so dark!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 9:17 PM EST
Witch
Points: 840
contagiousbeauty says:
I believe that Shyamalan would be a perfect Director for the Movies... I have always enjoyed his work, and I have a feeling he would really pay attention to what was going on in the books!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 9:20 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3249
Tenshi says:
Sounds promising! If he does get the movie, let's hope he doesn't screw up royally and let's hope he keeps in the important stuff! :D
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 9:44 PM EST
Witch
Points: 657
krissiebear says:
Boo. I hope that he doesn't get it. Nothing that he has done turns out all that great.
*thumbs down*
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 9:47 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2945
Ariana Dumbledore says:
Wow, I'd love for him to direct HP7, because he's keep it generically the same as the book, which is what all the fans want!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 10:07 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1248
Ivay says:
Glad to know there is someone out there so passionate about all this...not saying there is no one but an extra always helps!
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 10:12 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 416
Draco+Shanua says:
Wow I don't know that much about him but after saying that I hope he is the director for the 6th and 7th movie! I love all of the movies a lot, but I do wish that they could have added some stuff from the books. If he is going to protect the authors stuff, I want to see how he'll make the movie.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 10:21 PM EST
Mrs. Ronald Weasley
Points: 2606
hplover234 says:
I totally love him. I really hope that they ask him to direct a movie again. He would do a fantastic job. I love all of his work and I am exicitedly awaiting for the release of Lady in the Water on July 21.
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 10:23 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 377
Michelle&Felicis:) says:
Aaaww that's soo sweet!
I'd really like this director for one of the movies.
Can't wait for the OTP
thank youu
*Le fabuleux destin d'Amelie Poulain*
Posted Jul 14, 2006 at 10:25 PM EST
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