We previously
told you that Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe was taking part in the New York Times staff-moderated TimesTalks event in New York City on Tuesday, August 19th. Last night at the event Dan spoke of many things, including Equus, Half-Blood Prince, Deathly Hallows, fellow actors and much more.
Some snippets from the event:
- He prepared for 18 months for Equus, though in the first two months was worried that he wasn't going to be able to get the entire performance down (afraid he was going to be "awful"); said that with the help of director Thea Sharrock and his costars, if he messed up, he "could not be messing up with better people.
- He mentioned how surprised he was at the standing ovation received while doing his West End Equus stint, because it was not something done very often in Britain, but that in the US people just get up and clap even before a play begins, which he was somewhat astounded by.
- Dan talks about a particular incident on the Half-Blood Prince set, where Rupert had his first kiss with Jessie, and Dan was in the background of the scene laughing and trying to get Rupert to break out from character and laugh as well.
- Deathly Hallows will go as planned, despite the Half-Blood Prince move, where it will start production February 2009 and will shoot for around 14 months. Dan also mentions potential future projects, including the Dan Eldon biopic, though he said that it's too distant in the future to consider.
- The good and band things about New York City: he said he's constantly surprised by all the noise in the city, and the fact that buildings are being built left and right. He mentioned an encounter at Barnes & Noble bookstore, where when he went to buy some things, the cashier did not show recognition towards him until the very end, where they asked when the play would start (which made him happy). Dan did complain about the horns and alarms that blared in the city, however, and took note of the new signs around that were fining those who kept blowing their car horns.
- He said with Deathly Hallows, he is looking forward to the walk through the forest (chapter 34), rather than the fighting sequences; and that in the script for the film Sirius is in it, so there is a chance he will have another scene with Gary Oldman.
You can view pictures from the event courtesy of Getty Images and Film Magic.
UPDATE: You can read two additional articles here and here from MTV from the event.
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Student
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big_chips says:
Its nice to know that he had a good time in ny. dan radcliffe is always welcome there. :)
Posted Aug 20, 2008 at 5:47 PM EST
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TheSeventhHorcrux says:
Wow, what an informative interview! I agree, the media played up Dan's dyspraxia way too much. All the headlines said stuff about his "brain disease" making it sound like he had some terrible potentially fatal disorder, and it's really not that big of a deal.
As for the pictures, I can't believe how much he's growing up! I just love how piercing and blue his eyes are... :)
Posted Aug 20, 2008 at 8:00 PM EST
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Basilina says:
He is such a nice guy! He really did turn out well!
I can't see the play, partially because my parents would never allow it, and partially because I would be embarassed, even though it is a play.
I would love to go to New York and just bump into him!
Posted Aug 20, 2008 at 8:35 PM EST
Squib
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hungarianhorntail1 says:
He begged us not to blame him for the delay. Why in the world would we blame him for the delay? It's all Alan Horny-For-Money's fault! 24 hours before the news got release he figured out that there would be a delay? Nice keeping your starts up to date Alan Horny-For-Money!:D
Posted Aug 20, 2008 at 9:03 PM EST
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Bright Eyes says:
Fanstastic stuff, it's great Equus is going to New York, really shows what a great start in theatre Dan has gotten.
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 2:18 AM EST
Auror
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mad_eye muggle says:
WoW!Love the interview,the part where Dan was trying to make Rupert laugh,that was quite funny.Love you Dan always.Congrats to your theater career,your a very versatile actor.
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 3:22 AM EST
Antipodean Snow Goddess
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Tikihaha says:
Wow ... this was such a lovely article to read! He is such a nice bloke, and very modest. I would dearly love to see him in Equus, but that just ain't gonna happen!
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 4:45 AM EST
Lunarly challenged
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Grayback'sVictim says:
Poor Rupert, I wonder how many times they had to shoot the scene.
Yay, Gary's back!!!
*sings*
Guess who's back, back again...
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 5:33 AM EST
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Anastasia Popovick says:
Funny part about trying to crack up Rupert and get him to break character. I bet that happens quite often amongst the crew.
I wish I could go to New York and see Equus...but alas... the real world and life gets in my way...
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 7:37 AM EST
Witch
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accio_kim says:
L0L at Jorel... and sexy... ha ha
I forgot he was in New York, very lucky! He is my one and only Harry now, the best Harry by far. I look forward to see him acting in the 6th and 7th movies.
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 8:13 AM EST
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SlytherinHeiress says:
That's wonderful that they will apparently be doing the forest sequence correctly. I'm glad that he's having a good time in New York. I just hope that the paparazzi doesn't start bothering him.
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 11:15 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
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JAYSTARR says:
Dan was in NYC doing Equus...He was Brilliant, nothing has changed since his performance in England. A must see and a Brilliant Actor.
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 10:38 PM EST
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hufflepuff_babe says:
Well, that's good to hear that Dan is having a good time. :)
Yes, and another scene with Gary Oldman would be excellent!
Posted Aug 21, 2008 at 11:53 PM EST
Witch
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Sahara says:
Wow, Dan is looking pretty good sporting the casual scruffy look. I can't wait to see him in Equus. It should be a treat.
Posted Aug 22, 2008 at 1:23 AM EST
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~Harry's true love~ says:
I love interviews! There the closest I'll get to having a real conversation with Daniel! And he always makes it a big point in the interviews to be some-what funny. At least, I always find myself laughing at what he says! :]
Posted Aug 22, 2008 at 10:53 AM EST
Squib
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elfyears18 says:
I am very happy and excited for Dan, I hope he does well. =)
And, at least he is HONEST.
A lot better than pathetic Alan Horn.
From his lies and crap.
Posted Aug 22, 2008 at 12:19 PM EST
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LoveMagic says:
I absolutely love what he said about New York and all of the noise because I agree. It drives me crazy...I like London better, much quieter and I'm sure he would agree with me.
Posted Aug 22, 2008 at 4:45 PM EST
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smart hermione says:
If i was an actor/actress in the film, i would be pissed that they're moving the date. Good interview ;)
Posted Aug 23, 2008 at 4:18 AM EST
Witch
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Twilight princess midna says:
I hope it goes well for him for Equus.
Good luck.
Posted Aug 23, 2008 at 10:22 AM EST
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snaily says:
Haha ... the Rupert incident cracked me up. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Posted Aug 23, 2008 at 11:48 AM EST
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phoenix_feathers says:
You know, even after all of his fame and fortune, he still seems to be a pretty down-to-earth kind of guy. Haha, he was surprised that we Americans clap before plays, too. We are just overly polite.
Posted Aug 23, 2008 at 7:29 PM EST
The Quibbler Poet
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.:Wicked T:. says:
Awesome artlice oh doesn't he look so hot in those pictures yummy yummy.
Posted Aug 24, 2008 at 11:32 AM EST
Witch
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puremudblood says:
Rupert must have freaked out and Gary will hopefully be back thats great, I really like that guys and of course sirius...
Posted Aug 26, 2008 at 5:04 PM EST
Witch
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draconifors says:
tehe..That was funnie how he was laughing in the backround of the scene with ron and lav kissing!!!lolz
Posted Sep 4, 2008 at 8:04 PM EST
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