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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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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
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
Not to worry...there will be more HP movies on the way.
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 4:50 PM EST
LV Most Loyal DE
Points: 11454
Sinjin Of Montecore says:
Well looks like I will have to get my hands on the UK DVD....Thats the way I see it...
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 5:01 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2108
phoenix_feathers says:
I'm really glad that they have enjoyed their roles throughout the series. They've done splendidly, just splendidly. Honestly, nobody could have done it better than them! I am going to be very depressed when the series is over...
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 5:19 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 4
Elizabeth_Riddle says:
I can't wait for the DVD to come out here in the U.S. I do believe that Chris Columbus was an outstanding director. I would have liked to see what he would have done with all of the movies instead of just the first two. But I enjoy the movies immensely and I can't wait for the last two.
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 7:17 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1959
AncientJoy says:
These young adults never stop amazing me with their honesty, humilty, and obviouse talent. They deserve all the best... and I am SO glad to see that Chris Columbus is being given the credit he is due in choose such amazing children!!
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 8:26 PM EST
Witch
Points: 857
Linakekei says:
It seems like Rupert is happy to rid himself of the series but the other two show more enthusiasm.
Posted Nov 26, 2007 at 8:46 PM EST
Antipodean Snow Goddess
Points: 3070
Tikihaha says:
Nice!
I loved reading this article, and about the passion and the care that everyone involved has invested in the movies and the DVD's.
Lovely!
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 5:39 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Cool interview!I love it!I so can't wait to have a copy of the DVD.HP RULES!
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 7:40 PM EST
Witch
Points: 534
~AlyPotter~ says:
Very nice interviews.
It's nice to see all their thoughts on the films and how much they have progressed and grown from their experiences.
And yes, Chris Columbus does deserve credit for who he cast.
I look forward to seeing all these actors in future films and hopefully they will become very successful.
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 8:04 PM EST
Auror
Points: 4080
RON's all up in heRmiONe says:
I'm so happy we got a new interview!!! I just wish this launch was like the rest of the DVD launches, with tons of photos!!! But all we got with this one were screencaps of the interviews, but thats good enough for me. I agree with everything they said in this interview. It never really dawned on me that the HP series is going to over soon, though. We still have about 3 years of major HP news left(the last movie comes out in 2010, then about a month of promoting, then the DVD comes out). That's a lot of years left. We shouldn't think about how its going to end, we should savor everything thats going on now, and take it day by day!!
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 11:36 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2050
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
The credit does go to Chris Columbus for picking the wonderful children that he did. They are making history with Harry Potter in the fact that the same kids will be in it for all seven films. I love Dan's quote, but I wish he would stop trying to explain and prove himself a serious actor. I think he's a very talented actor who is just getting started. I think he has a lot to offer and I think Daniel Radcliffe will be around for a very long time ideed.
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 10:21 AM EST
Honeydukes Eye Candy
Points: 3501
Pansyful says:
Great interview! it is kinda sad that it's finally coming to an end. but i mean there still about 3 years or more coming so i'm definitely still into the whole waiting thing
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 9:45 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1161
sno-chik says:
You barely notice yourself growing up when it's happening
I barely noticed how fast time went by durring the rise of the films. I remember when the third film was brand new, and now its three years behind us. Where has it all gone?
:) smiles :)
Posted Dec 1, 2007 at 9:44 PM EST
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