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AUGUST 27, 2006 at 7:16 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: DanRadcliffe.com/DanRadcliffe.co.uk
It was announced this weekend at the Edinburgh International Film Festival that Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe will star in the British TV station ITV's production of My Boy Jack, the true story of Rudyard Kipling and his son Jack who was tragically killed during the First World War. Filming of the drama will take place next summer and be screened next autumn on ITV.
Dan had this to say about this new venture:
For many people my age, the First World War is just a topic in a history book. But, I've always been fascinated by the subject and think its as relevant today as it ever was with young men all over the world still sacrificing their lives in the name of war.
I can't even begin to imagine what it must have been like in the trenches, living amongst the stench of death and knowing that at any moment it may be your last. But, I think its important we try to imagine the horrors these young men experienced and to never forget them.
I am extremely proud to be part of the production of My Boy Jack and only hope I can do justice to the memory of the men who fought and those who died.
The drama was written by and will also star actor/writer David Haig
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You can read more and see pictures of Dan and David here and here courtsey of DR.co.ukand DR.com.
Additional information on the project is available here.
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Azkaban's Most Wanted
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Lord Zimkel says:
Daniel, in a WWI movie? Sort of hard pituring that. I'm absolutley positively sure I will NEVER get to see it, of course; there's no ITV where I come from, I'm afraid. Oh well, that's the way of the world.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 11:43 AM EST
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Patronus** says:
Sounds interesting, hopefully, if i remember, i may ctahc it next year when it's on tv!
As i have said before though, it's great that Dan has had the opportunity to do other things besides Harry Potter....Look forward to seeing more from him, he's a busy busy boy our Dan hee hee hee!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:02 PM EST
Witch
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Just Dance says:
Thats awesome!
for some reason i was always very interested in history.. and i really would like to see it but i doubt i will because theres no ITV here either..:(
- nicole
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:04 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
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zues says:
Way to go Dan, I hope he dose a good job with this role. It sounds like an important one.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:20 PM EST
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AncientJoy says:
Wow! Daniel has definitly grown into a fine young man. We knew it would happen, but it does cause a tear to run when we see it happening before our eyes.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:32 PM EST
Witch
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aishaishaisha says:
Cool!Both Rupert and Daniel are going to be on ITV dramas. I'll be watching of course. I did see one of those kind of montages of the ITV drama film things a few days ago (maybe when I was watching the X factor) and Driving Lessons was in it. So yeah, I will be waiting to see when I can watch!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:34 PM EST
Squib
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devils snare says:
WOW Im so looking forward to this being aired, It will be really good to see how he takes to the roll and how easy it will be to watch without imagining him with his wand at the ready!!
ITV dramas are usually FANTASTIC.
Bring it on!!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 12:57 PM EST
Points: 662
Tina2005 says:
wheezy's gal, you are the same Jesi and some other name in veritaserun writing the same stuff over and over in all the HP sites, annoying really...one thing for sure is that the people who were bashing Rupert for getting a role in a ITV series cannot say to many bad things about Dan in this project, why? well because ITV is not producing this 2 hour Film, Ecosse Film are the ones who are producing it, and if you check their website they have tons of awards and nominations Oscars, BAFTA and Golden Globes, so right there that is a HUGE plus for Dan, so please stop been all annoying and stop hating on Dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 1:26 PM EST
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*sweet_angel_baby* says:
Good for Daniel. I have no knowledge of that show, since I'm not Britsh or don't live in Englad or w/e country, but i wish him luck!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 1:32 PM EST
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~*WitherWings*~ says:
Oh my god! That pic of Dan is Awesome! He looks soo CuTe! ^_^
I am extremely proud to be part of the production of My Boy Jack and only hope I can do justice to the memory of the men who fought and those who died.
Aww, Dan is so cool and so sweet! He'll do a great job im sure of it! I'm glad i got ITV so i can watch it! And i hope the show is aired online for those who don't have it,
Anyways *Good Luck Dan!* We love ya! ;)
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:05 PM EST
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Remmy4193 says:
Those are some exellent new pictures of Dan! Wow, that's a really great opportunity for him to play a role like that. I hope he enjoys it and learns a lot from doing a tv film like this.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 2:40 PM EST
Auror
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phoenix_feathers says:
Wow, I can't wait to see this film! It's going to be very intense, I can tell. Dan seems really to get the feel of it all, so I can't wait to see him in it. Good luck, dear, you'll do it justice, no fears tehre!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:07 PM EST
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RonsGurl14 says:
Oh my god! I'm so going to watch that! I can't wait for the show!
vix
x
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:12 PM EST
Witch
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herblackwings29 says:
I've always enjoyed watching war movies. Well, that doesn't sound quite right. I hate war. The very idea turns my stomach and leaves it in knots, but as long as there is the actuality of war people have to see it. They have to know what has come before. Too many simply turn away, ignore the reality of it, that thousands...millions have died for the things we all take for granted today. It's nice to see someone so young feel passionately about the subject matter.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:24 PM EST
Charms Mistress
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Weesa says:
It's nice to see someone so young appreciate the sacrifices soldiers have made and continue to make everday.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 3:53 PM EST
Witch
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harry's_girl_4ever says:
I think this is an amazing opportunity for Dan. and I just hope that everyone who sees the movie is not expecting "Harry Potter", but that they see Dan's character and realize that he is not just Harry Potter, but can spread his wings with acting.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:01 PM EST
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skates says:
wow! he looks really good. Dan always seems to pick touching movies. he's really speading his wings this year. Good for dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:13 PM EST
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superduperpotter says:
Cool but i think he should be concentrating on filming for OoTP.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:21 PM EST
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Truska says:
Well that's amazing. It's good to see Dan breaking away and doing something other than Harry Potter. And the program sounds good aswell. I'll definately be giving that a shot, see how it is.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:45 PM EST
Auror
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Pheonixflames says:
I cant wait to see that TV production...Im sure Dan will do the role justice and that it is going to be a very touching and memorable thing to see.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 4:45 PM EST
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Krum says:
Wowww this just annoys me...daniel reallly annoys mee. He probably wont do harry potter 6 and 7 causee he is so busy. This annoys me because even though actors arent required to do all the moviesss they most definitly should. It is there obligation to be truthful to the boook and they are gunna have to get a new harry. I tell you dont you have the guts daniel to stick to your duty..
this might annoy people but it just annoys me how daniel is just gunna leavee and all of you know the movies arent gunna be the same.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:29 PM EST
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Tina2005 says:
Krum, don't get annoy, Dan will do HBP...mark my words he won't quite, HBP production will start in August 2007, he will have enough time to do all these projects!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:31 PM EST
Head Girl
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Ainhoa says:
hey Krum, don't worry :) Dan said in a recent interview that he wants to film HBP, the only thing he needs is that the script does justice to the book, so I suppose we'll have to wait they finish the script. I think it's great Dan cares about the books so much, he really wants they do the books justice.
Others don't care and have accepted before reading the script, I'm not sure that's something good, but everyone is different.
Anyway, people don't worry if you don't live in UK and you want to see this movie. ITV will show it in the UK, but that doesn't mean that Ecosse Film producers won't sell it to other channels in other countries. I've seen many UK tv movies, like David Copperfield where Dan was great, in the tv channels of my country, so I'm sure we'll see this one too. :D
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:39 PM EST
Student
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lovesdumbledore&sirius says:
It's sooo strange to think of him playing a character other than Harry Potter.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 5:39 PM EST
Witch
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Elphaba_Thropp says:
I say it all the time but I'm really happy with the way Daniel is taking his career. He really seems focused and takes care and pride in the work that he does, for a seventeen year old he's very mature.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 6:07 PM EST
The Golden Snidget
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Mrs. Phineas Nigellus says:
I don't suppose it'll be aired in the US, will it? We have digital cable and a few of the channels are english...hopefully they'll put the reruns on one of those.
*The MRS*
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 6:14 PM EST
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