When it comes to selecting actors for a high-profile project like Harry Potter, there are many factors that influence the choice of producers. If the experts aimed at the bullseye, then a strong emotional connection between the audience and the characters was assured. When the artist is fully integrated with the character, it is difficult to separate the screen image from reality. For example, it's hard to imagine someone playing Harry Potter and Emma Watson playing Hermione Granger like Daniel Radcliffe. Although many believe that these actors were born for their characters, few know that the fate of a legendary hero can be quite different.
Today we would like to share another part of the facts about the wizarding world. We also invite you into the parallel universe, where you will see what our beloved wizard would look like if the cast were completely different.
Sir Ian McLean is known for his outstanding performances in numerous theatrical productions as well as in films such as The Lord of the Rings and The Da Vinci Code. In 2002, after news of Richard Harris' death, he was accused of playing the role of Albus Dumbledore, who played one of the greatest wizards in the first two parts. McLean made a difficult decision to reject the offer.
The truth is, at one point, Richard Harris told McLean that his acting skills were excellent, but lacked creative passion. He thought his performance was not convincing enough.
Silsa Ronan - Luna Lovegood
Ronan received widespread acclaim after filming Sweet Bones and Little Woman. Did you know she was auditioning for Luna Lovegood? Eventually, Ivan Lynch got the role, J. K. Rollin said the role was a good fit.
In return, Silsa admitted she was disappointed by the news. She was interviewed and said she was a teenager at the time, but she still wanted to star in Harry Potter because she thought it was the best work. Today, Silsa has received four Oscar nominations, and we wonder what it would be like if she played Luna?
Liam Aiken, Harry Potter
Originally, Harry Potter was supposed to be played by Liam Aiken, one of the protagonists of the American television series The Unfortunate Adventures of Raymond Snitch. But Rowling's words changed the outcome. The author insists that all roles are played by British actors. The situation immediately precluded Aiken from participating and opened the door for Daniel Radcliffe, who was given the decisive role at the age of 11.
According to the British newspaper The Guardian, j. K. Rollling even called chris Columbus, the director of the first two parts, to make sure Aiken didn't get the role. It was important for Rowling to remain loyal to the original and to convey the British spirit as accurately as possible. Unfortunately, we never know if Aiken can do better than Redcliffe, who is clearly doing a good job.
Robin Williams, Rubeus Hagrid
When an American actor is asked to play hagrid's role, history repeats itself. The British writer had a big influence on the choice of crew and was able to achieve her goal: a cast made up entirely of British actors really gave the film a special vibe. So Robin Williams is doomed not to show the charismatic giant played by Robbie Cotragon on the silver screen. But we're confident that, like Robbie Cotrayne, Williams will shine too.
Helen McCrory-Bellatrix Lestrange
The great and terrible Bellatrix Restrange may appear in Helen McCloller's films. The actress is from the UK, so she had no reason to be rejected initially. However, the filming of Harry Potter took place during the first few months of the show's star's pregnancy, and McLaugh was forced to give way to Helena Bonham Carter, whose performance was brilliant. However, Macaulay didn't give up, and luckily, she was back in the cast of the last three films, playing Nassise Malfoy.
Henry Cavill-Cedric Diggory
Long before superman's role brought Cavill world-famous, he didn't fare so well. In fact, the actor had to succumb to Robert Pattinson twice, not once. As many people know, there is a good chance that he will play Edward Cullen, one of the protagonists of Twilight. However, his attempt to win the role of Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is little known.
He was even Stephanie Meyer's first favorite. But in the end, both games were only good for Pattinson. Cavill thinks rejection is a good experience, and life shows that everything is time and place, so it's best not to rush into it.
Heidi Jones-Hermione Granger
Producers face a tough choice: Heidi Jones, the star of the movie Madeline, or Emma Watson. Both girls were among the smartest witches at Hogwarts.
Interestingly, Emma was so impressed with the casting of director Janet Hesson that she inadvertently influenced the final decision. Hirschenson believes it is the young actress who can play the role of "Class A nerd" and hit the bullseye. Watson won the hearts of the audience with her acting skills and empathy, and it was difficult to introduce Hermione to another actress. In an interview, Hirshenson said Watson was selected in seconds: "There were six of us, and we were out of breath as soon as we saw Emma. It's like, "Wow! I think she got that role!"
Jamie Campbell Ball-Tom Riddle (Lord Voldemort's childhood)
Apparently, the actor is a big fan of fantasy projects: in addition to his work on films like Twilight and Holy Grail Artifact: City of Bones, Ball also played Grimm de Ball in the first half of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and a prequel about young wizards, Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald.
But few people know he's also tried the role of Tom Riddle. The reason for his rejection is unclear. As we all know, Frank Dylan got the role.
Eddie Redmayne-Tom Riddle (Lord Voldemort, teenage)
Jamie Campbell Ball wasn't the only one who wanted to play the young Lord Voldemort, a sworn enemy of Harry Potter. Eddie Redmaine also failed to play the lead role. However, his patience paid off: he was given the role of Newt Scamander, the protagonist of the Fantastic Beasts series.
Eddie admitted in an interview that although he did not receive a response after the audition, he wished he had been invited to play a member of the Weasley family. As we all know, this did not happen.
Tilda Swindon-Sybil Trelawney
As we all know, the divination teacher Sybil Trelawney is played by two-time "Oscar" winner Emma Thompson. However, the role was originally acquired by Tilda Sventon. Looking back, the actress seems to have made a hasty decision, but in an interview she explained that she didn't want to be part of the legendary figures who romanticized boarding school life: "I think the kids there grew up in harsh conditions that hindered education."
Jensen Isaac – Goldenweed Loxons
Jason Isaac, aka Lucius Malfoy's performer, initially tried to play the blonde locons. But the producers felt is more suitable for playing Draco Malfoy's father and one of Harry Potter's most formidable rivals. Interestingly, during the same period, the actor was involved in the filming of Peter Pan as Captain Hooke, so he did not want to be assigned to two villains in the children's film and rejected the first offer.
Luckily, the actor's family persuaded him to play a blonde wizard. This weekend, I got calls from all the people I knew — nephews, godsons, and then parents — and Isaacs shared the news. -They insisted that I play this role, but not because they cared about my career, but because they wanted to go on set! He added with a smile.
Kate Winslet-Elena Raventlaw
The smallest details had to be taken into account when the producers considered the legendary non-trivial ending, and they threw themselves into the search for an actress who could convey the greatness of Elena Kogetfland. The name Kate Winslet tops the list of candidates, but her agent turned down the role without even consulting the actress herself. As a result, Cinderella is played by equally talented Kelly Macdonald.
Thomas Brody-Sangster-Ron Weasley
Thomas Brody Sandster admitted to trying Ron Weasley, but he was stolen by the red-haired boy Rupert Grint. Despite the failure, the actor is best known for his role in the movie "The Magical Nanny McPhee," but he stressed that his first tough experience in the entertainment industry taught him to be more optimistic about auditions. As they say, blessed by misfortune.
Tom Felton – Ron Weasley and Harry Potter
Unbelievable, but before becoming famous as Draco Malfoy, Tom Felton auditioned for the roles of Ron Weasley and Harry Potter. Although the actor did not pass the audition, he claimed there was never jealousy or competition between him, Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint. Instead, he was so grateful to them for giving him the opportunity to become an actor in Draco.