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NOVEMBER 25, 2007 at 4:05 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Jam! Showbiz via Yahoo! News
In a new lengthy interview
with Harry Potter director David Yates, producer David Heyman, actors Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson during the UK press junket for the release of the Order of the Phoenix DVD in London each discuss the franchise as well as the upcoming movies.
David Heyman speaks admirably of first director Chris Columbus and says:
Chris Columbus deserves huge credit in casting who he cast.
They were obviously not the only choices he had. These were the choices he made and I am forever grateful to him for that.
While current director David Yates adds:
They are remarkable children, really. They are very down-to-earth. They are very gifted. They are lovely kids. So it is a very special talent to be able to choose them. That's why I'm going to buy him (Columbus) a pint ... or two.
Additionally, each of the actors give their thoughts on the series:
According to Daniel Radcliffe:
I don't think the franchise, in a way, needs any justification because it is such a leviathan of a thing anyway. Things don't get that big without merit.
But, I suppose, it (extra work on the DVDs) is almost to prove to people that we are, in fact, taking this very seriously. More seriously than people would probably assume. I took it very seriously when I was 11 and (growing up in the Harry Potter role) I've taken it more and more seriously.
So, to me, it's just about letting people know that I'm incredibly serious and passionate about this -- this series of films -- and how much they mean to me. If you've been involved in something for more than seven years now, you want to be able to talk about it articulately and explain why you love it, explain why you loved being involved in it so much.
While Emma Watson adds her thoughts on growing up on screen as Hermione Granger:
It's funny because it happened to me when I was so young. You barely notice yourself growing up when it's happening, but I guess that's what has happened, really. It's very peculiar looking back on them and seeing how much I've changed and how much I've grown and what I looked like before all this happened.
But, in a way, that's what people really identify with. It makes it a real journey -- a very real journey -- because we literally are growing up with the characters.
Finally, Rupert Grint tells of his experience doing the movies:
It's just been an amazing experience. I've enjoyed sort of every moment of it. It's been wicked. It's sad, really, because it does feel that it is coming to an end now with the seventh (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, due in 2010) on the way. It is nearly all over. I think I'm going to miss it. But I'll just sort of move on after that.
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Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1608
~Harry's true love~ says:
Fanfreakintastic! I can't wait to see it! It's going to be great.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 4:14 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2363
Nataly says:
Love new interviews! I am gonna read it first thing in the morning! Tomorrow.. goodnight
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 4:38 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2469
Fat Lady Sings says:
I agree that Chris Columbus made great choices when he cast the first two films. These three kids have grown with the parts, and it's amazing that all seven movies have come along in a time frame that makes it possible to use the original actors.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 4:44 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1576
ALLI8 says:
I can't wait to see all the stuff that is on the DVD, i think i'm probably getting it for Christmas, or maybe even sooner then that.
alli8
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 4:49 PM EST
Witch
Points: 614
Harry_Hermoine_Fanz says:
I agree with Rupert...it feels like it's going to end soon. But at least, they have fun, and enjoyed being their characters!
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 5:56 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1426
~Hermione says:
The interviews are very good. I'd love to watch the dvd.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 6:08 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 67
Greyghost says:
I like interviews, but they are predictable. I would feel the same way. Still, it's cool to see what they think. I'm sure it has ups and downs.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 7:10 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8934
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Nice commentary. Definitely worth the price of the DVDs to get access to all the facts and inside information. Will be here soon.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 7:21 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3656
Anastasia Popovick says:
I love interviews. It is always fun to hear what the actors and others have to say about the films.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 8:07 PM EST
Squib
Points: 185
cshorte says:
I can't wait to see all the stuff that is on the DVD.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 9:03 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4655
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
I'm glad ONE of the new directors appreciates Chris Columbus. If it weren't for his casting, the films wouldn't be as spectacular.
~Drish~
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 9:16 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1819
zues says:
Just a few more days till the dvd comes out.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 9:28 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27761
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
That was long but good
=D
♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 10:16 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2349
PHOENIX5625 says:
All the cast is great. Can't wait for the DVD to come out, love all the extras and interviews.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 10:29 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2011
brenpotterfans says:
I have always really liked the first 2 movies. Watching them is what got me reading the books. I'm glad Chris Columbus is getting some credit for doing something right.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 10:38 PM EST
Friendly Deaf Angel
Points: 5169
Friendly Deaf Angel says:
I am going to cry when it all end well i did cry when i read the book..and i wont stop comoing here..it the best place ever..Colobus did a great job..i love Dan,Rupert and Emma so much..they are great...Jo rules for making it all reall..she rocks...
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 10:42 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1862
Bright Eyes says:
I love all these extra interviews. So are these all on the US DVD?
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 11:37 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2852
H/HrShipper4Ever says:
I can't believe that DH is only 3 years away. Its ending soo fast.And if I could, I would buy Chris Columbus a pint too.
Posted Nov 25, 2007 at 11:45 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2656
Grintster says:
So that means shippers will also have a field day :p
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 12:18 AM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3674
Hecate3fold says:
How right they all are. It must be awesome to watch yourself grow up on the bit screen, and it's still not over.
They still have their whole lives ahead of them.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 3:03 AM EST
Rickmaniac to the Core
Points: 2564
snaily says:
I love reading these new interviews that come our way!
Chris Columbus deserves huge credit in casting who he cast.
Three cheers for him! Yo!
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 3:49 AM EST
Squib
Points: 128
MRS DAN RADCLIFFE says:
The interview was a bit lengthy but superb.Rupert is right that the series is going to end very fast then we thought it would.
And i agree with yates ,the cast selected by Columbus is truly awesome they represent the real characters that JO wrote about in the books.
Hope HPANA provides us with all the interviews which will come in later years.
Love HP GIRL
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 9:22 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
*cries* I'm gonna miss it so much too Rupert!
Wow... I mean... To say that I also grew up with Dan, Emma, Rupert is nice too!
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 10:35 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1647
Hermione's younger sister says:
That's funny that he is named chris columbus, I wonder why :) I agree with Hermione, when you compare the first movie and the fifth, they are way different.
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 2:08 PM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
it seems like the UK DVD of OOTP has waaay more then the one in the US is going to have.
well, thats not fair.
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 3:03 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2334
SlytherinStarGazer says:
I love hearing what the actors feel about the movies they are doing and that all sound very grateful and proud to be a part of this, which who wouldn't in their right mind...HaHa...also, can't wait for HBP to come out, it is going to be amazing!!! :)
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 4:18 PM EST
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