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DECEMBER 10, 2006 at 10:13 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: MSNBC Newsweek
In an new interview
with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix director David Yates, he comments on filming the movie, working with Dan Radcliffe and what the movie is really about.
There's a really interesting principle at the heart of this story. The ministry is this bureaucratic authoritarian regime trying to impose a fundamental doctrine on this liberal wacky school. The ministry isn't very good at accepting the beauty of differences. Everything has to fit in a box, and if it doesn't fit, it must be removed. The wonderful thing this story tells kids is that it's OK to be different.
I'm having the time of my life. It's like being at filmmaking gym. You're working every single muscle as a storyteller. These films are full of comedy, adventure and a bit of thrills. It's terrific.
The Newsweek issue will be on sale next week. Thanks to Andrew for the tip.
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Witch
Points: 953
im freeeeeeeeee says:
He seems to be a good director Im excited to see his version of the story.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 1:10 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1550
the_girl_who_lived89 says:
He seems like a nice director to me! I think he does a good work.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 1:39 AM EST
Witch
Points: 883
Bossy Boots says:
I really liked David Yates' comment on rehearsing before filming a scene: "The most important thing on screen is the actors. If the performance isn't real, that million-dollar special-effects shot behind the actor doesn't count for anything." I like that a lot. And I say THANK YOU. It seems as though a lot of these big, epic films nowadays have pretty actors and actresses with no talent. They put some cool looking special effects in to cover it up and call it an epic masterpiece. What a load of bull! So, thank you Mr. Yates for having enough respect for the actors in HP to devote that kind of time. Thank you.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 2:03 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1248
Ivay says:
Oh my god....he uses all these words i can't even understand!!
Differences?? What kind..I think i might have to read the book again...
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 2:21 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2209
Scarlett Kent says:
I hope OOTP lives up to all the advance publicity! It's fascinating ti hear what director Yates has to say about working on this film, and I'm terribly excited to see it when it finally comes out.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 5:37 AM EST
Student
Points: 284
CharlieChop8 says:
well Yates is very bland when you first see him/hear him. however, the colour and flair shown in previous movies that he has directed/produced show that behind his odd hair cut and bland expressions there is a mind with its gears spinning rapidly, driving a mind that is capable of directing a good harry potter film. a mind that is rare, but once you find one spectacular...
anyway, cant wait for the movie!!!
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 6:17 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2656
Grintster says:
Why does he talk about Dan only?! I hope he talked about the other young actors too! Especially Rupert and Emma. It wont hurt if he talked about Matthew Lewis, Bonnie Wright, Tom Felton and the twins :/
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 6:43 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 401
Beruthiel says:
Hey, that's good if he's having fun at his work and if he comes along quite good with the others. I'm realy curious to see, in what way he's different from the other directors.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 7:20 AM EST
Points: 7828
Rococoed says:
It appears, based on this article, that he understood the nature of the Order of the Phoenix perfectly; I hope his adaptation is as good as it sounds here in this interview. ^_^
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 7:48 AM EST
Princess of Cleverness
Points: 5207
unicorn_purple says:
Thats really nice.
I hope the movie is good.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 8:04 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1186
Godric11 says:
It's good to hear he's getting a good "work-out" working on this film. However, his choice to call HP fans "kids" urks me.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 9:58 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
That was a wonderful interview of David's. And I've read his comments about Dan - well, he praises him doesn't he?
I think Yates is a humble, quiet but creative director.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM EST
Grillows Girl
Points: 2785
Miss Baltimore Crabs says:
I think Yates will do a good job with this film- from what I've seen of the clips and what I've read from his interviews, he sounds like a great director.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 11:10 AM EST
Charms Mistress
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Points: 5162
Weesa says:
I think he may turn out to be the best director yet. Hope there's more canon this time and that they haven't cut to much.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 11:13 AM EST
Hogwart's Ghost
Points: 2604
gemma_barnett1985 says:
Great, it sounds soooooo good, i really can't wait now, i wanna see it.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 11:42 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2572
Mystique says:
I’m soo looking forward to this movie, and I really, really hope that he didn’t leave out too much from the book
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 11:53 AM EST
Points: 865
superduperpotter says:
Im glad to hear that filming is going well.I won't mind if he returns for HBP but im hoping Alfonso Cuaron returns for the remaining two films.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 12:02 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2076
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
It's nice to hear great comments on Daniel's acting ability! I think that David Yates will make this Potter film the best one yet! It sounds as if it will be very true to the book!
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 12:03 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1494
~*WitherWings*~ says:
Nice interview, OotP looks like its going great! Can't wait.. ^_^
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 1:58 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1647
Hermione's younger sister says:
Well, I am sure that it is interesting to watch, but I don't really want to. Maybe I will get time to a little bit later.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 2:40 PM EST
Yoda's love child
Points: 3562
Dementywhatsit says:
HeHe!! Filmaking gym! That's a good one. I can't wait to go to filmWATCHING gym in July. I'm gonna exercise my eyes and ears on OotP, and my hand-mouth coordination on the popcorn.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 2:41 PM EST
Witch
Points: 930
lemonlime says:
Yay! He sounds like he had a lot of fun with this movie, and I hope that translates through to the movie itself. I seriously can't wait for what is looking to be one of the best HP movies yet! :-D
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 2:42 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
nejicanspin says:
It must be nice, but also back-breaking sometimes when it comes to being a director of a big movie enterprise.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 4:21 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
Yes, this movie is terrific... I think the most terrific is the 6th but i'd love to see the result on july for that hard work!
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 4:48 PM EST
Witch
Points: 797
magically delicious says:
So far I've loved all of David Yates comments about filming OotP. The fact that he loves the stories and the nuances beneath the plotlines is impressive and I can't wait to see his interpration. Hurry up, JULY!
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 5:50 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1514
MollyMomma says:
That's a neat point of view.
Posted Dec 11, 2006 at 6:31 PM EST
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