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05-13-2008, 04:57 PM
| | |  David Heyman talks Draco Malfoy's development in Half-Blood Prince
In a new interview with Movie Magic magazine, producer David Heyman spoke about the Harry Potter films, though it should be noted that this is an old interview given that he states the last chapter of the series, Deathly Hallows, had not been announced as being split up into two parts.
David, however, does discuss character development, especially Draco Malfoy's in Half-Blood Prince: Quote: MM: Is Yates continuing to push the actors the way that he did in the last film?
David Heyman: A perfect example of that is Tom Felton as Malfoy. I think Tom's always been wonderful, but he's always played it slightly more heightened. He's been the villain, as it were. But in this film, partly because it's in the book, partly because of what we've chosen to emphasize in the script and partly because of what David (Yates) is bringing out as director, it's a much more complex role - and Tom Felton is embracing that. He is the chosen one just like Harry is the chosen one. He's been chosen by Voldemort to kill Dumbledore just as Harry is the "chosen one" and Voldemort is his destiny. Draco is not altogether comfortable with the task he's been given. On the one hand, he's excited about making a name for himself and the import, but he struggles with his conscience and whether it's something he wants or should be doing. And those nuances that Tom is bringing to it are terrific. It feels like a deeper, richer character than we've been able to see to date. So I think David is continuing to deepen the characters. And the comedy is really very human; the awkwardness of romance; how people are brought apart and brought together is done in a very real but very funny way. I think he's doing a wonderful job. Listen, I'm very excited about this film. We presented a 20-minute reel to the studio yesterday and they seemed very pleased - but let's not kid ourselves, what are they going to say? "We're in real trouble here!"?
The scans of the article can be seen in our galleries.   Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince makes its way into theatres November 21, 2008.
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05-13-2008, 05:01 PM
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| | Gnome
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great to get some HBP news!
I think everyone was hoping to see some more depth of character (found in the books) brought to the movies. Draco really struggles with his burden in HBP (in stark comparison to how Harry responds) and Tom sounds like he is more than up to the challenge of bringing this to the movie.
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05-13-2008, 05:01 PM
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| | Bundimun
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Hmmm...I don't know but I'm not positive about this film...
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05-13-2008, 05:09 PM
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At least they're keeping this. It pleases me. =3 | |
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05-13-2008, 05:12 PM
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| | Puffskein
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as excited as I am about all this news coming out, it makes me a little apprehensive about the movie. I keep saying it will be ok, the kids are GREAT, but they can only do so much!!!
(things were a little better before I read all the books, and didn't know what I was missing!!)
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05-13-2008, 05:14 PM
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| | Lobalug
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sounds like Tom really has to step it up in this film. I'm excited to see it.
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05-13-2008, 05:29 PM
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| | Snidget
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HOORAY! HBP NEWS!
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05-13-2008, 05:36 PM
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| | Doxy
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Tom's face will get a cramp from all the Draco smirking he will have to do. The movies will be good. Be positive, people!!!!
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05-13-2008, 05:42 PM
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| | Romanian Longhorn
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Yey!
They're not cutting Tom's scenes 
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05-13-2008, 05:47 PM
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| | Puffskein
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Yay! Finally some news.
I'm so excitet!
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05-13-2008, 05:57 PM
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I am looking forward to seeing how Tom will do with Draco's development 
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05-13-2008, 06:00 PM
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| | Romanian Longhorn
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Looks like Tom's having more scenes in this film
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We spent time here. We made friends here. That's a part of us.
Cause Hogwarts is bigger than any of us, of any of it's founders,
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Maybe we'll see our kids come here one day.
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05-13-2008, 06:04 PM
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| | Bundimun
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It's about time Tom is getting the limelight in this upcoming, promising film.
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05-13-2008, 06:41 PM
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| | Puffskein
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I am glad to see updates on the film and the stars. I enjoy Draco as a character and Tom is a great actor, wonder if we'll see him in other films besides HP. Great Job Tom, keep up the great work.
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05-13-2008, 06:50 PM
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| | Dugbog
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So glad to hear this, I was hoping for this very thing to happen...
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05-13-2008, 07:12 PM
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Sounds like Tom has a bigger part in this film, at least I hope so. | |
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05-13-2008, 07:40 PM
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Oh..... Finally some news on Draco..... I guess Draco n Harry both will play an equally importanant role in this part of the book!
Can't wait to see it!
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05-13-2008, 07:45 PM
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I'm really looking forward seeing malfoy's character develop in this new movie. I'm so excited for this movie.
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05-13-2008, 07:47 PM
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im glad about the news on draco, he seemed to be less of a villain in the other movies and just there to look scared when the others yelled at him. actually in the first and second movies he was really good.
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05-13-2008, 07:52 PM
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Yay, I'm really pleased to hear that they're developing Draco's character this far.
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05-13-2008, 07:55 PM
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Sounds really interesting ;P
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05-13-2008, 08:05 PM
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| | Ashwinder
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Malfoy's development in HBP is very interesting and continues to get even more interesting in DH.  | |
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05-13-2008, 08:22 PM
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that is great news
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05-13-2008, 08:49 PM
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| | Puffskein
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Sounds good  | |
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05-13-2008, 08:51 PM
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| Formerly: im_dans_girl07  Doxy
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Great to get some positive feedback, since most of the news lately has been resulting in everyone getting so upset.
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