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AUGUST 8, 2007 at 10:38 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: HPANA
In a new interview
with Harry Potter cast members Katie Leung, Matthew Lewis, Bonnie Wright and Evanna Lynch each answer questions from fans in reference to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix movie.
Is it difficult being the underdog in the first few movies, then in this one you get a big role as part of Dumbedore's Army?
Matt: I enjoyed playing Neville in the first few films - making people laugh. I love doing that. Then this year to be given more responsibility in terms of the drama and the motion of the film and the action at the end - it's just been a big step up for me. The challenge has been wonderful and I've really, really enjoyed the last year and hopefully it'll continue.
Ginny's character has developed really well leading up to the important role in book six. Are you looking forward to that? What do you think of the way that Ginny's character has changed throughout the last five films?
Bonnie: In the sixth book and what happens in the relationship with Harry. It really shows she's not the little sister anymore - she's become herself. When I was reading it I wasn't expecting it at all - it was nice. I liked how it came through, as obviously in the first book she showed a liking towards Harry.
Additionally, stars Oliver and James Phelps, as well as Katie attended the Turkish premiere of the movie recently.
Thanks to Vildan and Jenny for the links.
UPDATE: You can see some great pictures from the Turkish premiere here courtesy of VTM.
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Auror
Points: 2108
phoenix_feathers says:
I completely agree- Neville really does come into pace here in OotP, as does Ginny. I really like Ginny as a character, she is a perfect match for Harry. I like how she doesn't hold it against Harry, the fact that he MUST find the Horcruxes, and MUST break it off, I think that she took it really very well, and was perfect for Harry. I think that Bonnie and Matt both play their parts very well, and I don't believe that anybody could do it better than they.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 10:48 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 9051
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
It will be interesting to see how the character roles change in the next few movies. All now know where it leads and we should start to see the subtle changes.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 10:53 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1104
Ravenclaw Tower Dude says:
As much as I like the way Ginny's role progresses throughout the books, I think she's been a tad underplayed in the movies up till the fifth one, in which she was still not represented as strongly as she could have been. I'm just hoping that the next two films follow-up on this progression to make Ginny the full-blown character that she is in the text.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 10:56 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1823
zues says:
I can't wait to see how they are going to make book 6 into a movie. I love Matthew's view on Neville, he is perfect for the role.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 11:03 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2223
Pheonixflames says:
Im looking forward to seeing what they do with the characters and how they change in the next film too...it will be interesting to see each portray them :]
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 11:21 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1373
mynanfanciesdumbledore says:
It's hard to imagine that, that there are fans who have yet to see this fantastic film. I can't wait for "Half Blood Prince." I know they haven't filming yet, but I'm still excited.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 11:28 AM EST
Witch
Points: 762
bewitched_gal says:
I really cant wait for the 6 movie..It will be so exciting to see harry and ginny :D
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 11:48 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 44
akeldama says:
I think as actors they have done very well. I'm glad in the 6th and 7th book they have much bigger roles. They're very likeable characters.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 11:52 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2363
Nataly says:
I love new interviews.. and i can't (already) wait to see the next 2 movies on screen.. thanks for posting..
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:11 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2576
Mystique says:
I didn't even know they were having a turkish premiere! i like what she says about ginny, that the impression i got too..
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:17 PM EST
Witch
Points: 861
star chaser says:
Great interviews, it is good the way Neville becomes such a good character. I can't wait to see what they do with the characters for the next film.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:24 PM EST
Auror
Points: 4081
RON's all up in heRmiONe says:
Cool interviews, we don't really get a lot of interviews from them too often. Damn those Phelps twins are hot!!
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:40 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2218
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
Great interview! I agree with Matt on his perception of Neville, he's really coming into his own! I like how tough and assertive Neville has become, he's not the "wimp" anymore! I also agree that Ginny's character is terribly underplayed in the films and I hope we see more of her in the 6th movie! As for Evanna, I love her! She's so wonderful, she really is Luna!
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:40 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27909
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Weeee!
I loved reading all of that
Hehe....I love love love interviews!
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 12:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2651
Tokio Hotel Fan says:
That is way cool. Which one of the twins is Fread?
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 1:10 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2852
H/HrShipper4Ever says:
Thats awesome. I loved how Neville grew up in the books. But I still see him as the cute and adorable little boy who was always unlucky.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 1:23 PM EST
Student
Points: 296
h.p. says:
Matt's view on Neville is nice. I like the way he chooses to play the character as being the funny one, as it's been in the book. I also like the fact that Bonnie thinks Ginny has clearly changed in this book. Can't wait until the movie comes out.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 2:52 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1097
Octavian Petronius says:
They have all progressed in their acting abilities over the years and it will be excellent to see them in the upcoming movies and in other movies as well.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 2:55 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2590
Roswelladdict says:
I just had a thought about Katie Leung, I wonder how she feels being the "bad guy" in this film as she is the one who snitches out the DA, and not her friend Marietta. I don't care that it was the veratiserum, she did it none of the others did. To go from Harry's first kiss/crush to snitch has to hurt, but I bet it was fun for her to play.
Bonnie is right, Ginny is becoming her own person in the next book and I am looking forward to how they handle the scene between she and Harry. Especially since they seem determined to get rid of Quidditch.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 3:47 PM EST
Witch
Points: 614
Harry_Hermoine_Fanz says:
Hahah Matt was so right! I like him making people laugh. He's very good! I didn't expect Harry to develope an relationship with Ginny.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 4:08 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 463
DanielzWifey says:
I'm so not looking forward to that ginny/harry relationship because im gonna be soo jealous. like i was for this movie with the whole kiss and everything.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 5:10 PM EST
Keeper of the Faeries
Points: 5256
juliebug04 says:
Now that all of the books are out, I'm really looking forward to how the books will be put up there on screen...
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 5:10 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1711
Hermione II says:
I loved this one! The interviews about how they all feel about their roles, both in the books,a nd on the screen is great! It gives a little more depth to the whole picture!
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 5:30 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1070
azkaban_wannabe says:
I agree with Matt. I am excited to see Bonnie and Dan together. I love the hole realationship between Harry and Ginny.
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 5:36 PM EST
Antipodean Snow Goddess
Points: 3073
Tikihaha says:
Good to hear of this new interview. I was starting to get worried as no news on HPANA for a couple of days ...
Great photos of the twins (mmmmmm)!
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 6:05 PM EST
Witch
Points: 760
Mrs. S. Snape says:
this is great...how strange to be in Turkey for a premiere of this type...very cool
Posted Aug 8, 2007 at 6:32 PM EST
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