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JULY 20, 2009 at 9:55 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: LA Times
In a new interview published today but conducted last year and last week with Harry Potter producer David Heyman while he was in Santa Monica, CA, David showed
a rare photo of actors Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint to the reporter while discussing the franchise, the movies and the actors.
Mr. Heyman on the future of the trio:
I know they all will have great success in whatever they choose to do. Emma is astonishingly bright. She is radiant and relaxed. Dan is extremely focused on his acting, and I have the fortune too to read his poetry and short stories, and there are some major poets who have written the most glowing, supportive things about his work. And Rupert — Rupert is the most natural comedian of the bunch. I think that he is like an old person in a young person’s body. He is a wonderful eccentric, a distinct original.
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Student
Points: 289
angelmercysavior says:
YES!!! First to Post...
This is so cute! I almost started to cry after seeing it. And it is in black & white, that makes it even cuter. I wish I can see one of Tom Felton.
Posted Jul 20, 2009 at 10:32 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1824
Veela_gurl says:
His statements seem heartfelt and original. I must say that is one of the best interviews I have read by him. I know the last day of filming will be a very bittersweet day for everyone.
Posted Jul 20, 2009 at 10:39 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4655
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
I love David Heyman; he's the one producer who has stayed with the series throughout the whole filming of it. And he's so nice to everyone; especially the fans. He's definitely in it for the fans sakes.
~Drish~
Posted Jul 20, 2009 at 10:47 PM EST
Prof. of Cultural Literacy
Points: 4469
PowerGranger says:
This photo is precious! I really admire David Heyman and feel he has definitely always had the fans' best interests at heart. I am looking forward to seeing what he does post-Potter.
Posted Jul 20, 2009 at 10:59 PM EST
Friendly Deaf Angel
Points: 5169
Friendly Deaf Angel says:
It good that Heyman gave us this interveiw..he is so nice..I love that Pic. of Dan and Rupert. they look so cute..they are very cute..loves those too..im going to cry when the movie is over..*sad*..
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 12:09 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 468
SoccerChick22 says:
Aw! That picture of Dan and Rupert is soo cute! Interesting interview by the way. That's the longest I ever read of by him. It's going to be so sad when the final days of filming are going to take place. I'm really going ro miss the HP movies!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 12:20 AM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3674
Hecate3fold says:
That's a darling picture of the two little guys. He should have it framed for prosperity.
I can certainly understand why he feels so close to all three of them. It was like watching your own children growing up.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 12:41 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2198
Black Vulcan says:
Yeah, its crazy how far we've come isnt it?
Im just as old as these guys. Like, we were all 7 when the first book came out and we were all 17 when the final was released onto the public. Ive grown up with the characters of the book. Not particularly the actors that play them but I would think that theyd think somewhat the same way as they play these people on the screen. I mean, I would see it as an honor to play HP or Weasley or Granger. Shoot, even Blaize Zabini who came out of nowhere in the last movie. Its good to see how far these magical movies have come. Its jsut sad to see that its coming to an end is all.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 12:47 AM EST
Facotrot Founder
Points: 4737
Aurora_7 says:
Very nice interview.
Also, he is planning on doing 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time' adaptation. Well, I'll certainly look forward to that, the book was good.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 7:39 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
Aww they look absolutely adorable in that picture!!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 7:54 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8934
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Nice to see the little tidbits. Will be interesting to see where they all go in a few years. I imagine there will be a reunion at some time in the future.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 10:05 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 369
Big_D says:
Wow, its amazing when you think about it, how much time that has past in the making of all this! This is one of those things were you really get to see the actors grow up, from the first movie to the last, it is really really amazing!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 1:08 PM EST
The Fifth Marauder
Points: 2771
Curious Werewolf says:
Aww such a cute picture! And it's in black and white!!
Great interview too, so true what he said about the trio. Rupert is so funny! =P
It's scary when you think back to the first film, it came out in 2001 which is nearly 10 years ago!! Eeek where has the time gone?!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 1:12 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 335
x_loony_lovegood_x says:
Oh they look so young! It is quite scary how much they have changed, I only just realised it looking at that picture - especially Rupert!!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 3:44 PM EST
Squib
Points: 115
Luna "Loony" Lovegood says:
I'm SO excited that we are going to see the audition tape of Dan's!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 4:19 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3252
Tenshi says:
The grayscale photo just adds so much nostalgia to all of this! And I'd love to see that audition tape!
I'm also excited to see that he's going to be making an adaptation of the "Curious Incident..."
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 9:55 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2076
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
What an amazing and wonderful picture! We have all watched Dan, Rupert and Emma grow up. It's nice to see an interview with David Heyman because I don't know much about him. I think it's great he has a future project about Paddington Bear. I loved those books when I was little. I still have them and my bear too.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 10:51 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1955
DanFan723 says:
Wow. Just seeing that picture makes me smile wide. I feel like I've been part of the franchise from the very beginning even though no one has seen or heard of me. Harry Potter is a special part of who I am and something I plan to share with my own children. =)
Cheers to all the fans out there who made all of it possible!
Posted Jul 22, 2009 at 10:12 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1955
DanFan723 says:
And cheers to Mr. Heyman as well. He has been the glue that has kept the Harry Potter saga firm and together. He thought of the fans and loves the series as much as we do. Thank you!
Posted Jul 22, 2009 at 10:14 PM EST
Squib
Points: 105
nr2solace says:
Ohhh, the picture is so cute. They have grown up so much and so well!
Posted Jul 22, 2009 at 11:30 PM EST
Witch
Points: 819
accio_kim says:
Wow, what beautiful things to say. This was such a pleasure to read, and so true what he says. Also, such a cute photo. This makes me so happy, I can't wait to see what is in store next for "the trio," post-potter.
Posted Jul 23, 2009 at 10:03 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3656
Anastasia Popovick says:
What a great look back in time. The picture was adorable and the tidbits were great to hear.
Posted Jul 23, 2009 at 8:55 PM EST
The Chosen One
Points: 9942
Gryffindor Dude says:
Oh the good ol' days. I will never forget how they all looked when they were that young. Everytime I was Order of the Phoenix or Half-Blood Prince, I think, "remember when the movies were happy?!". Crazy.
Posted Jul 23, 2009 at 11:40 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Wonderful comment from David Heyman.Indeed,Dan,Emma and Rupert are all amazing persons.They each have their own unique personalities,talents and gifts.They all grown up to be brilliant performers,and what I like about them the most is that they stay grounded and focus on their work.They will always be the GOLDEN TRIO!
Posted Jul 24, 2009 at 6:32 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 363
tsedolma says:
Awww... they look soo cute!!!And the comments about them fromsome one who has been with them throughout their journey is soo cool!!
you guys rock!
<3
Posted Jul 24, 2009 at 6:52 AM EST
Points: 9
gabbypotter says:
Its awsome!! Dan and rupert were so cute young right?
Posted Jul 25, 2009 at 7:45 PM EST
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