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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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Professor
Points: 1029
Magic Dancer K says:
Wow, he really is spreading his wings with this and the play Equuis. I'm glad, he's a great actor. And I'm excited I'm the first to post :)
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:20 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2104
HermioneLunaGinny says:
That's cool...Hmm...fascinated by the subject? Okay, I suppose you can do that. :D
HermioneLunaGinny
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:22 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
øffe-joe687½ says:
Sounds nice.
It is good that he gets some experience, and some different work.
His career will benefit.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:23 PM EST
Ron's Faerie Godmother
Points: 7686
AJ says:
Good for Dan. I want to see what the people who railed against Rupert when it was said that Rupert would be doing such a thing would say about this.
I think that all the actors should take opportunities that come to them.....
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:24 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1229
sapphire260 says:
It sounds like a neat story!! I hope I can see it!!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:26 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1251
padfoot'sgirl says:
I am glad for all the actors that are able to branch out. I was worried that they would be stuck as the trio forever and never get any more work. It is admirable to see he take such an interest in WW1.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:34 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 453
sparkle_fairy92 says:
That is really great that he is getting all of these acting jobs, but what I wanna know is if he will play Harry in the rest of the Harry Potter movies!? I mean he still hasn't answered if he wants to do it or not. To bad I don't have ITV...I sure wish I did!!!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:39 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1675
lissir10 says:
So what channel is ITV can we get it in america?? So is this going to be a movie or a tv show drama... ? Dan is really getting out there with his acting, trying new things!! Good for him!! Now all we need is Emma to go on to some other movie or show and all three of the trio wont just have Harry Potter. L0L!! Thats cool how Dan likes history!! I like it to just not the world wars, they bore me. I like the stuff that has to do with archeology!!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:42 PM EST
Hermione's Twin
Points: 5063
*Miss Hermione Granger* says:
Interesting...Dan`s doing a lot of things besides HP!
That should be very interesting to see! :)
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:53 PM EST
Witch
Points: 673
Rupert's Fangirl says:
That's great. ITV is really collecting all the HP stars
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 7:56 PM EST
Student
Points: 205
jerb123 says:
What is ITV? Can you see it in America?
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:02 PM EST
Kathe Mera Kalimera
Points: 7720
dominor says:
Ohhh thats soo nice!I have never heard of ITV but i love any story that has to do with World War I or World War II!!Nice Dan,keep going!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:02 PM EST
Witch
Points: 859
hwhitesi says:
I am really glad they are able to branch out and do other things. I was worried that they would be branded Harry Potter forever, I mean I am sure they will but atleast it won't hinder working.
Is it just me or Dan seem to be getting skinnier. I mean it's not bad or anything but I just made the observation. Maybe it's just b/c his hair isn't shaggy. I like the shaggy hair.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:05 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3045
Tinker.belle says:
WOW! That´s awesome. Dan is really a wonderful actor. I know he will do great.
I will definetely watch than movie!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:06 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1492
*PotterPrincess* says:
Oh! Dan's everywhere. I like to see him do new things and have fun with what he does. We all love him. And he looks gorgeous in the pictures. There's something about his jaw that's very eye catching. I know, you'd be like 'his jaw?!?!?!?". At least I think it's eye catching. that's after his eyes of course.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:08 PM EST
Lady of Hufflepuff
(Moderator)
Points: 10343
Lady Lee says:
I'd be interested in seeing that as I have a bit of an interest in world war I. Not as much as my interest in WWII but it's still wonderful to know that some of our young appreciate that sort of history and understands that we are impacted to this day by our past history.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:15 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1004
Draco~Angel says:
I love drama movies and with dan is even better. I love the history of WWI, it is so interesting. This is a movie I would love to see, cant wait for it to come out. Dan looks so hot with his short hair.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:18 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
What's ITV? Is that a British TV station like ABC in the U.S.? Dan's really getting a lot of work. And plus, that picture of him is fabulous!!!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:21 PM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
So it's True...Daniel Radcliffe is going to play in My Boy Jack.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:31 PM EST
Student
Points: 292
Heartless says:
He's really lucky that he got the part of Harry Potter. It's really good for his acting career, especially since he's not that gifted of an actor... I mean to say that he's not one of the best, not that he's bad, of course.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:32 PM EST
Dan's Yoga Instructor
Points: 7180
Calm Bliss says:
He has gotten skinnier, but I think it is him just growing. He did get a bit buffed up in GOF, but lost it all. He did start working out while filming GOF, so maybe he is taking exercising seriously and is eating healthier. Maybe he isn't doing much weight lifting, but maybe more cardio, conditioning (example: pilates), and stretching (example: yoga). I don't know. He looks good no matter.
He looks hot in those pics!!! *drools*
Anyway, I think this is a great career move. As long as it doesn't interfere with HP, I don't mind. I hope the US gets to see it somehow. I don't have BBC America, but maybe another channel can show it.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:32 PM EST
Student
Points: 219
Veri_Lara says:
I think this is a great role, congrats Dan!
And I agree with all he says, it's totally true.
This movie seems very interesting.
And he is gorgeous in these pics! wow
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:34 PM EST
Witch
Points: 527
daniel_radcliffe_lover736 says:
That is so cool, I hope that it gets to air in the US. Congrats Dan, you have been expanding your acting carrer lately!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:43 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
Wow... I want to see that when it comes out. He can do a lot of things, as long as he's also filming the rest of the Harry Potter series!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:44 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1720
hpforever138 says:
Yay more new projects for Dan! Can't wait to see this, it sounds wonderful!
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 8:59 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 346
Order_Member_#1 says:
Wow,Dan has a lot of filming to do.
Posted Aug 27, 2006 at 9:00 PM EST
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