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NOVEMBER 16, 2009 at 7:58 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Los Angeles Times via Yahoo! News
Chris Columbus hasn't worked on the Harry PotterPercy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, Columbus says
that it has "been a joy to watch Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint graduate to bigger and better things."
Columbus adds:
My biggest pride is seeing the pictures now, and watching the three of them from a distance, and seeing them do an entire scene in one shot. Seriously, I know that sounds funny, but in the old days -- and, you know, the old days meaning eight years ago -- and in that first picture in particular, it’s filled with cuts because they couldn’t really get beyond the first line without either looking into the camera, laughing or looking at the lights.
You can read the complete interview here.
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Witch
Points: 514
mrsharrypotter4500 says:
First post!!! (I think?)
I loved Chris Columbus!! They were beautifly directed, and reflected the books perfectly. I wish he would have stuck around to do all 8 movies. although im not sure he would have wanted to have split the last one haha! He is my absolute favorite!
Posted Nov 16, 2009 at 10:49 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 330
annie101 says:
I miis Chris Columbus. I think he was the best director. Alfonso Cuaron did a good job too.
Posted Nov 17, 2009 at 9:22 AM EST
Witch
Points: 897
HpRwHgfan says:
He and Yates were my favorite. Now, I know that many people don't like Yates, but please don't rip me apart just because my opinion's different. And, mrsharrypotter4500, I wish he stuck around too. And, annie101 , I agree that he was the best.
Posted Nov 17, 2009 at 5:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2171
HermioneLunaGinny says:
Haha, I love the picture with Dan mimicking him. He was SUCH a great director. I really loved him. And I agree with the above posts - it would have been so great to see him stick around. He definitely was the best. But I do like all the HP movies overall...
I can't imagine how close all the actors/actresses must feel. It's probably like a little family on set. Haha. :)
HermioneLunaGinny
Posted Nov 18, 2009 at 6:04 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2178
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
I think Chris Columbus was terrific directing the first two movies. Part of me wishes he had stuck around for the other films, it makes me wonder how different they would have been. But each director brought something special to the films.
Posted Nov 18, 2009 at 11:57 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 9013
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Nice to see him speak from time to time. My guess is that he will get involved with the DVDs once the movies are done. I am sure there will be director's cuts and interviews.
Posted Nov 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3826
Hecate3fold says:
I suppose the perspective that he has is almost unique in a way. Being able to watch three young people mature over the years, and, to perfect their acting skills along the way.
If I remember right, he is the one who has a candid photo of Dan and Rupert that was taken on the first day that they met. They were just walking and getting to know each other. I'm sure it's something he cherishes greatly.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Nov 20, 2009 at 7:08 PM EST
Witch
Points: 593
KarateKid says:
What a lovely interview. <3
I love Percy Jackson books, I'm quite excited they're making a film and can't think of a better person to produce them than Chris Columbus. =)
Posted Nov 25, 2009 at 1:23 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1815
hufflepuff_babe says:
He and Yates are my favorites. The thing I really liked about Columbus is that he kept the plot really canon, which was easier to do on the first films. I'm glad he was able to play a part in the film series.
Posted Jan 3, 2010 at 3:02 AM EST