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DECEMBER 21, 2008 at 11:37 PM
Posted by JEREMY
Source: Jerusalem Post
In a new interview
, Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy) talked about his love for working on the Harry Potter films, as well as his take on the Deathly Hallows film split:
"Unfettered fun" is how Isaacs describes the experience of playing the Malfoy. For a moment, he talks about Malfoy's focus on "racial purity - it sounds like right-wing political campaigning," but then he says, "I don't want to look at the serious side of it. It was too much fun. It was an opportunity for me to play like my kids play, and to chew up the scenery with some of the greatest actors in the world... They prove that it's not true that an unhappy film set makes for a good film...
"We had a ridiculously good time making them," he says, recalling specific scenes with Richard Harris, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes and, of course, Harry himself, Daniel Radcliffe.
Talking about how the last book is set to be made into two films, he says ominously, "I think that's a mistake."
After a beat, he adds, "It should be made into 10 films so I can do it for the rest of my life."
To read the interview in full, click here.
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Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1514
MollyMomma says:
He really is such a joy. They cast Malfoy perfectly by choosing Isaacs. He truly enjoys his character, which is what makes him so delicious and pleasurable to hate.
Posted Dec 21, 2008 at 11:41 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 737
lordvoldemort1926 says:
I love him,he just expresses him frankly not like others who says this is better than HP or we don't read HP.
It should be made into 10 films so I can do it for the rest of my life,yeah i agree with that as for me i can watch it for the rest of my life.
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 12:50 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1670
DumbledoresArmy says:
I agree with him I don't think that DH should have been the only two parter. From OOTTP and on it should have been two parters, but I guess I am a lone wolf in this that I am satisfied with eight. As much as I would love to just be waiting for another one to come out. I don't want to do it forever, but yes as the person above me said. I will watch it for the rest of my life. I can't wait for the ultimate box set of one through seven to come out when they are all done. That's going to be so cool!
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 12:58 AM EST
Lady of Godric's Hollow
Points: 5292
GodricsGirl says:
What a brilliant actor! He is absolutely perfect as Lucius and I can't imagine anyone else as that character!
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 1:29 AM EST
Friendly Deaf Angel
Points: 5155
Friendly Deaf Angel says:
I never saw anyone..apart..from him been Mr.Malfoy..i seen him in Captain Hook..or anther..movie..i think called Peter Pan.well it was with Perer Pan..but he was Captain Hook..he play good thier..but..i like him as Mr.Malfoy..the moment..i saw..him..as Mr.Malfoy..i love him..he is a good actor..i bet for him..it was fun making the role..not evern cuze he didnt read the books..or maby he did..he enjoy it..all the way..and i will miss him..when..the 7th movie ends..It funny how he says..they should spit DH into 10..very funny..love him..and i will cry..when..i see the 2nd part of DH..
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 4:55 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1862
Bright Eyes says:
Couldn't have said it better myself Jason. 10 films it is!
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 6:22 AM EST
Witch
Points: 503
Twilight princess midna says:
I'm glad he's happy. He deserves to be. He's a really good actor.
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 7:20 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1453
smart hermione says:
Haha nice line at the end :)
Great to see how much he loves portraying his character, its probably one of the reasons why he makes such a good job of it
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 8:00 AM EST
Rickmaniac to the Core
Points: 2564
snaily says:
He loves filming for HP. The last line proves it! :)
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Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 8:19 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2394
KissingDraco says:
Very interesting that he thinks splitting the last book into two movies is a mistake!
He is perfect as Lucius.
He hasnt that much of screentime in them has he?
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 8:32 AM EST
Chief Brain Washer
Points: 2874
Chogiiiirl says:
I just love Isaacs as Lucius Malfoy! He is so perfect for this role, and his love for working on the films makes him even more amazing!
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 9:07 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8909
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Always interesting to hear his thoughts. Should be facsinating to see how his character develops over the last few films. Looking forward to it.
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 10:33 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3647
Anastasia Popovick says:
Very humorous interview. He is a truly brilliant actor. I hope to see him in many more films after the HP realm has slowed down or dropped off (shudder at the thought of no more HP).
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 11:36 AM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27754
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
woohooo =)
Jason is awesome, hehe :)
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Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 1:43 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 365
Big_D says:
Cool interview, he is such a good lucius malfoy! I can't picture anyone else playing the part as good as him!
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 1:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2358
Nataly says:
He is so nice! I alwayw enjoy reading his interviews :)
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 3:59 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 435
Scarlet Snow says:
What a wonderful guy. He's such a great actor! Very nice little interview, especially that last little comment. *sigh* He's one of my favorite actors in the series.
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 5:29 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1780
TheOtherMinister says:
Gotta love him, he really takes his role seriously and that's why he's a perfect Malfoy, unlike others...
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 6:24 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
He surely is a funny guy.A very humorous disposition,way different from his role.But he definitely did a great job playing Lucius.Also nice comment at the end,couldn't agree less.
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 8:27 PM EST
Student
Points: 275
marcjosef says:
really having the Malfoys having in the film is a joy.. without them the movie is lacking..
Posted Dec 22, 2008 at 9:26 PM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3638
Hecate3fold says:
It's good to here from him again. His views of making the films seem to those of having a playtime rather than a job. I'd like to be a fly on the wall while his scenes are being filmed. I'm sure they are hilariously funny.
The new film 'Good' sounds interesting, I'll put it on my 'must see' list.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Dec 23, 2008 at 1:31 AM EST
Witch
Points: 819
accio_kim says:
"I think that's a mistake."
I also think the split is a mistake, it shouldn't be split into 10, it shouldn't be split at all! But I love Isaacs excessively, he is so Lucius.
Posted Dec 23, 2008 at 2:54 AM EST
Student
Points: 278
AurraPhoenix says:
Isaacs is great--just goes to show that when you love what you are doing that you really excel.
Posted Dec 26, 2008 at 1:49 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4393
ILoveHP! says:
I was about to almost-agree with Jason but his next sentence just made me agree more! :)) I love him! What a genuinely happy HP actor!
Posted Dec 26, 2008 at 4:03 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
Brilliant...he must be happy to be in almost all of the Harry Potter Films.
Posted Dec 26, 2008 at 8:45 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4651
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
Wow, I'm glad he thinks splitting the movie is a mistake. And I'm glad he's enjoying himself, it shows when you watch the movies. It looks like they've made life long friends. Laughs.
~Drish~
Posted Dec 28, 2008 at 12:18 AM EST
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