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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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Auror
Points: 2945
Ariana Dumbledore says:
It's great that Dan is getting involved, because his popularity will no doubtedly attract more viewers, and possibly get some young people interested in WWI. Great job Dan!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 6:05 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1916
Rita Marvolo says:
For many people my age, the First World War is just a topic in a history book.
But, I think its important we try to imagine the horrors these young men experienced and to never forget them.
i totally agree with Daniel, thinks like the First World War should never be forgotten because manny souls were lost and many familys were parted.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:00 AM EST
Witch
Points: 792
blossom says:
It sounds like Dan has his heart in the right place for this movie.
I hope you get a lot out of it, as I know you will put alot into it.
Good luck.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:03 AM EST
Hogwart's Ghost
Points: 2604
gemma_barnett1985 says:
Wow, that sounds like i brilliant Drama, im definately gonna watch that.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:12 AM EST
Grillows Girl
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Miss Baltimore Crabs says:
Wow, he's got a lot of projects going on at the moment. Good luck Dan, I'm sure you'll be great!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:13 AM EST
Points: 8027
deemz says:
That is so cool! ihope they show it here in SA!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:26 AM EST
Witch
Points: 686
StormbreakerGirl says:
dan looks not bad in that picture! Anyway, yeah that is really cool!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 7:29 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2656
Grintster says:
So whatever happened to "ITV is a station that stinks"? And that getting involved in TV, especially ITV, is a bad move? Its really amusing to see people "singing a different tune" -- almost as amusing as watching the same people getting the "foot-in-mouth" syndrome hehehe!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 8:27 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2358
Nataly says:
I have already read about it in his official site ! THanks HPANA!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 8:39 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1544
the_girl_who_lived89 says:
Oh that seems like a tragic story, but I have promise myself to NOT miss it. I think it's VERY good of Dan doing this role. Now he can be famous for not just portraiting
Harry =)
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 8:52 AM EST
Student
Points: 219
Veri_Lara says:
wheezy's gal, people can change their opinions, you know.
And not everyone shared the opinion you are talking about, so a lot of people didn't "sing a different tune".
Maybe some bashers can not criticize ITV now, because this proyect is not produced by them, and the proyect is great, so they can not criticize it. Maybe you are bringing wrong conclusions. ;)
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 9:02 AM EST
Witch
Points: 808
Hogwarts babe says:
That sounds really interesting. ive also been very interested in the first world war and it is really nice to be seeing dan starring in other things. you can also see how he is such a caring person-aww i love him! :)
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 9:08 AM EST
Keeper of the Quotes
Points: 2630
madam scoop says:
Sounds like an interesting project. It's nice to see Rupert and Dan moving away from Harry Potter and doign other things. Hopefully they will continue to do so once the HP movies are over.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:12 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1354
John Weasley says:
Wow Dans really branching out just like rupert is! I think its great that he wont always be preffered as just being in Harry Potter! Good for him!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:29 AM EST
Witch
Points: 930
lemonlime says:
That's great that Daniel is so enthusiastic about other projects. I'm sure he'll do great!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:32 AM EST
Emma's Darkest Secret
Points: 4604
Firestrike212 says:
Well I guess I wont be able to see that. O well...not biggie.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:37 AM EST
Witch
Points: 739
The 4th Champion says:
Good for him. I don't like how he only mentioned men for serving in the war.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:39 AM EST
Harry’s Egg, Dan’s Duck
Points: 4742
Pearl* says:
Oh my goodness! Dan! You're amazing us yet again! And again a difficult, demanding role... I've visited the trenches and it was so chilling, so frightening. Him being a young man enables him indeed to link to them... me being a younglady I never shared that, but he makes me think. And appreciate him even more *fondness*
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:45 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 438
Ainhoa says:
The 4th Champion, when someone says men, they can be including men and women.
Although in WWI I don't think women were allowed to fight.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:49 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1576
ALLI8 says:
Sounds like a cool story. people need to get clips or something up here so we can see them.
Alli8!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:49 AM EST
Witch
Points: 896
QueenOfAmouraq says:
Wow, that sounds like a good movie! I want to see it! And it's so kewl that Daniel Radcliffe is really into the movie. I always liked history, so I totally agree with Dan about the subject of WWI. When I hear about something in history, I can picture the people involved and not just the facts we have to learn for school, so this kind of stuff always finds its way into the stories I write. But anyways, I hope this movie will be available for Americans too because it sounds really good!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 10:54 AM EST
Squib
Points: 133
*Lorna* says:
Wow! Dan is certainly keeping himself busy. I like the fact that he is doing it for a good reason.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 11:07 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1330
frenchloony says:
Wow I think it is a great and really interesting role!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 11:26 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 701
cmenges says:
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.
It is so rare to find INTERESTING historical movies or documentarys. I am glad that Danial is going to be doing this. I always like to see actor(s) in diffrent roles and diffrent areas of the industry. (Perhaps he may even try directing sometime LIKE many actors try to do.) For example Ron Howard, Penny Marshell, and Mel Gibson.
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 11:31 AM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3639
Hecate3fold says:
Dan sounds very insightfull. Yes, it's very important to be aware of the traumas of those who have given their lives for the betterment of the world. I hope his portrayal will make a difference to someone, somewhere, and help to regain peace in this disturbed world. Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Aug 28, 2006 at 11:34 AM EST
Azkaban's Most Wanted
(Moderator)
Points: 13501
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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