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SEPTEMBER 24, 2006 at 9:11 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: MSNBC Newsweek
In a new interview from the set of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Emma Watson mentions
that she is unsure if she will commit to the remaining films saying: "I don't know yet. Every film is such a huge production, and it's a long time."
She also discusses filming Phoenix, her co-stars, flying and boys.
Do you think you want to be an actress for the rest of your career?
Emma: I don't know. Daniel and Rupert seem so sure. I don't know. I wouldn't want Harry Potter to be the last thing I do. Nothing is ever going to be quite on the scale of this. I appreciate that. And also I've come into acting in such a funny way. Most people who want to act have to sit through hours of auditioning and work their way up, whereas I seemed to have come straight in at the top, having had no experience at all. That's quite a strange position to be in, but amazing at the same time because it has given me so many options and choices. I definitely would like to do other films to see what it's like. I'd really like to try some theater, actually, because I think I would really enjoy that immediate response from an audience. I love making people laugh. I love to perform, but there are so many things I love doing. [Pause] Maybe that seems ungrateful. I have been given such an amazing opportunity, but I'll just have to go with the flow and see what happens.
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Queen of the Yarn Ball
Points: 3829
red&gold says:
I think that's good she is thinking ahead... I can't blame her for that... but I couldn't picture another Hermione... Any of the minor characters I couldn't give two squats for... but the main characters have to be the same... Just like w/Dumbledore... I think Gambdon is doing a fine job, but he just isn't Dumbledore!!!
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 5:46 PM EST
Points: 7828
Rococoed says:
I hope that all of the actors and actresses can commit themselves to all seven movies to ensure consistency in all films; I would prefer over anything else to see that all the films emulate each other in as many ways as possible so as to seem familiar and less awkward. However, I can sympathize with the position in which Emma Watson finds herself; popular culture is pressuring her into continuing with the role of Emma Watson at a time she is confused about her very identity and what she wishes to achieve with her life. I can't imagine how overwhelmed she must be by it all. Although learning that she'd abandon the Potter franchise would prove quite upsetting, I would still be as fond of her as ever, if not more so, for mustering the strength necessary to defying whatever others stated and making her own choice.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 5:51 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2572
Roswelladdict says:
Ok, what I just read does not seem to say that she won't be doing the remaining films. Maybe I misread it or something but I got the impression she was talking about acting outside of the HP universe.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 7:22 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1375
Phoenix Phire says:
I like to see her do some other stuff. I think she'd be good in other movies too.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 7:46 PM EST
Witch
Points: 914
hp-luver says:
Wow! That sounds really cool! I would have to agree with her on doing Harry Potter. Great interview, though.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 8:13 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 449
Emma#1fan says:
Some people just have a natural talent. I understand, one movie at a time but i REAlly REAlly REAlly hopes she diecieds to do the rest.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 8:15 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 421
Pochacca says:
Oh gosh! I hope Emma stays for all the Harry Potter movies! It just wouldn't be the same without her...
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 8:38 PM EST
Squib
Points: 137
ny says:
Whoa! Emma doesnt know if she should continue acting? I thikn that she is a really good actress. but if she doesnt want to do it she doesnt have to.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 9:30 PM EST
Witch
Points: 894
darkside rocker says:
That sounds sad I wounted want her to leave.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 9:37 PM EST
Azkaban's Most Wanted
(Moderator)
Points: 13501
Lord Zimkel says:
Well, the films woundn't be the same without here. It would almost ruin them, I would not be happy with a change like that, but I'd live. It is, of course, her life, and it is all up to her in the end, now isn't it?
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 9:41 PM EST
Witch
Points: 634
Tammyant says:
It would be awful if she didn't finish the films.
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 10:54 PM EST
Head
Points: 401
bristish_sunshine=creepy says:
She will defenitely finish her role as Hermione, otherwise the entire Potter community would be very pissed at her. But hey, surprise me Emma...
Posted Sep 25, 2006 at 11:30 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
Ben_benny says:
I know how she feels.You're free to do what you like Emma don't let anyone force you.We appreciate what you've done very much :)
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 9:56 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 354
Ron&Hermione-forever says:
The last two films won't be the same without the trio. We know that Rupert is definitely doing them. I really hope Emma and Dan do too.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 11:34 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3647
Anastasia Popovick says:
Oh how could Emma not do the last two movies?
I realize as the trio are getting older they want to venture out and do new things, projects, college. Just have a life in general but come on...the last movies would not be the same without the three lead characters being the same.
I mean it's not like James Bond. He can change without too many tramatic reprocusions because he is a secret agent with a name and numbers that was no doubt made up by the agency he works for. It's like fiction within fiction, whereas, HP characters are only the first layer of fiction. 007 was created to be ever changing. HP characters were not created in the same manner. I hope that makes sense (smiles).
Please continue being Hermione, Emma!
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 12:23 PM EST
Forgetful Werewolf
Points: 14831
Patronus_Potter says:
I hope she does stay for the remaining films, it would suck if they had to replace one or more of the Trio.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 1:12 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 419
Madeline Belle says:
..... I'm just completely shocked and starting to get upset. I mean I really shouldn't be, for these actors are getting older and these are they're lives were talking about, but its not that... ughhh (resulting to lists)
FIRST OF ALL:
1. Let me ask all of you when you read Harry Potter and The Order of the Phoenix, when Hermionie is leading Profeesor Umbridge out to the Dark Forest, who do you "picture" acting out this part. oui, Emma Watson. And why is this my friend? HMMm well, as she has, we have all grown up "on Harry Potter" with Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint playing these lead roles. Now im not saying that, we, as the viewers, that our thoughts should outrule what she wants to do with her life. Its her life. But this is just very drastic and sad if she were not to continue with the role. she's hermionie. and if she's afaid of being labled as that character for the rest of her career (whatever she chooses to do) she really has the power to step out of her relhm once the hp saga is over, and develop her life and self into what she wants to be and do. She's done a great no fabulous job with the role, and in the end it is completely her decison, but I would be heart broken if she ever decided not to continue with the role. i can't picture anyone else ever doing anything as she has done with it. I mean the chemistry between the three of them is so vibrant, can you imagine some new girl, EVEN if she was some prophet brilliant actress with super talent, it wouldn't evern matter. Its the last two films for goodness sakes!! The most inportant so far.What if Hermionie dies in the end, it wont even come close to the emotional effect if watson doesn't play the role. I mean, basicly, if watson leaves the saga, the role, in a way, will kind of die. sighhhh this was too long.
think longggggg emmmaaaa!!! please please/do whats best, but please just stick with it, it would never be the same................................................................... ever.
Bell :(
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 2:02 PM EST
Witch
Points: 693
Marietta Edgecombe says:
Psh, I'd be pretty ticked if she doesn't do the others. And not because I'm an Emma Watson fan, but because she made a commitment when signing on to do the films. Does she realize how angry and upset people will be to see a different Hermione with the same Harry and Ron? It just wouldn't be right.
-.-
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 4:58 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1174
Fleur Delacour* says:
I know this might seem a little crazy, but, in that picture of Umbridges new office, she seems really nice, and i like these photos alot, i can not wait too see the movie, it will be so alsom, i can't wait.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 5:15 PM EST
Student
Points: 268
DreamSickle123 says:
Grr. Emma has to stay as Hermione! The movies won't be the same without her. She is a really good Hermione, and we grew up with her as the original.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 5:46 PM EST
Student
Points: 205
S McGonagall says:
Emma has to stay ...The movies wont be the same without her...But if she decides not its her desition....And what a cool interview..
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 6:16 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1514
MollyMomma says:
Oh, please, for the sake of your fans, Emma, don't make them change actresses smack in the middle of this epic! Hang on. HP won't be the same if people change midstream.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 6:25 PM EST
Princess of the Heliopaths
Points: 5276
Ginny Weasly says:
I would really hate to see anyone else in the role of hermione besides emma. I understand that she would want to do other things but I really hope she sticks with it till the series is done.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 7:43 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
nejicanspin says:
Go for it Emma it's is great for you! Your fans would be so upset if you didn't.
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 8:15 PM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
She is lucky that she has went from nothing to something. it takes years to actually get respect. she should be proud to be "hermione".
Posted Sep 26, 2006 at 10:36 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1556
King's Cross Station. says:
Well she sounds like she doesn't like Harry Potter, doesn't she?
Posted Sep 27, 2006 at 5:44 AM EST
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