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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ralph Fiennes shares hilarious fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in Harry Potter TV series
Actor and film producer Ralph Fiennes shared fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in the Harry Potter TV series Actor and film producer Ralph Fiennes shared fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in the Harry Potter TV series, reported People. "Make sure you can handle the long, flowing robes, and don't trip over them," Fiennes advised during an interview, adding, "Practice your long, flowing robe walk." Fiennes also shared a fun fact about a part of his Voldemort garb he had changed throughout the film series. The actor, fresh off an Academy Awards campaign for Conclave and next starring in '28 Years Later', said he had some notes for the wardrobe department regarding his tights, as per the outlet. Fiennes played Voldemort for five Harry Potter films, making his debut in 2005's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The actor went on to play the villain for the remainder of the film series, which ended in 2011 with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2. He also returned alongside many of his fellow cast members, including Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), for a TV special in 2002 marking the 20th anniversary of the Harry Potter movies, reported People. Fiennes has said he would "of course" reprise his role as Voldemort if asked, but more recently gave his approval for Cillian Murphy taking over the part, calling him a "wonderful suggestion," as per the outlet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pedí hoy tu kit de alarmas Verisure con 30% OFF, ¡solo por esta semana! Alarmas Verisure Ver oferta Undo Though who will play Voldemort in HBO's upcoming TV adaptation of JK Rowling's book series has yet to be announced, the actors starring as the main trio have already been confirmed. Harry, Ron and Hermione will be played by Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton, respectively, reported People.
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Ralph Fiennes reacts to Pope Leo XIV watching ‘Conclave': Is it ‘rubbish'?
Ralph Fiennes has many questions for Pope Leo XIV. In a new interview with Entertainment Weekly, the Oscar nominee, 62, was asked about Leo, 69, watching his 2024 film 'Conclave' before he was elected the head of the Catholic Church last month. 'My thoughts are questions,' Fiennes told the outlet. 'Did he enjoy it? Did he just shrug his shoulders and say halfway through, 'This is rubbish'? Or did he get something from it?' Advertisement 9 Ralph Fiennes in 'Conclave.' í©Focus Features/Courtesy Everett Collection 9 Pope Leo attends Pope Francis' funeral in Vatican City on April 26. Getty Images 'I'd like to know what he thought,' the '28 Years Later' star continued. 'I'm sure there are many people in the church and many cardinals who've looked at it and thought it was nothing like reality.' Advertisement While the Edward Berger-directed film was fictional, Fiennes said he thinks they were accurate enough in portraying the process of electing the next pope. 9 Director Edward Berger and Ralph Fiennes on the set of 'Conclave.' AP 'I think we did get the rituals right,' he stated. 'I'm sure the power politics was amped up for entertainment purposes, but I hope that he saw something of value in it. I just don't know.' 9 The Seventh Novemdiale mass at St Peter's Basilica after Pope Francis' funeral on May 2. AFP via Getty Images Advertisement 'I guess if the next pope watched 'Conclave,' of course, at a simplistic level, I'm delighted,' Fiennes added. 'But I mean, I want him to like it. If he didn't like it, what can I do? I've done it!' In 'Conclave,' which is based on a 2016 Robert Harris novel, Fiennes plays a cardinal tasked with selecting a new pope and finds himself investigating secrets and scandals about the major candidates, which include Stanley Tucci's progressive Cardinal Bellini and Sergio Castellitto's conservative Cardinal Tedesco. 9 Pope Leo XIV seen for the first time after he was elected on May 8. Getty Images 9 Ralph Fiennes in 'Conclave.' AP Advertisement 9 Ralph Fiennes at the '28 Years Later' premiere in London on June 18. Getty Images In May, Leo's brother, John Prevost, confirmed that the Catholic leader watched 'Conclave' before the election. 'I said, 'Are you ready for this? Did you watch the movie 'Conclave' so you know how to behave?' He had just finished watching the movie 'Conclave,' so he knew how to behave,' Prevost told NBC News. 9 Pope Leo XIV overlooking St. Peter's Square after being named the new pope. Getty Images 'So it's that kind of stuff, because I wanted to take his mind off of it,' he added. 'You know, laugh about something, because this is now an awesome responsibility.' Leo was selected as the new pope on May 8 after Pope Francis died in April at age 88. 9 Pope Leo on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica in The Vatican on May 8. AFP via Getty Images Born Robert Francis Prevost, the Chicago-born missionary is the first US pope. Advertisement 'Peace be with you all,' were Leo's first words as he greeted crowds in the packed St. Peter's Square from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica on his election day. Leo also repeated the word 'peace' nine times, and vowed, 'God loves us, all of us. Evil will not prevail.'
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Ralph Fiennes warns new Voldemort in Harry Potter TV series of danger
After playing the role of Voldemort for five films between 2005 and 2011, Ralph Fiennes is bound to have some valuable advice for whoever plays the 'Dark Lord' in the upcoming Harry Potter TV adaptation. Fresh off of the success of Conclave, the three-time Oscar-nominated actor is receiving high praise for his latest film 28 Years Later. But it is his previous turn as He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named in the film adaptations of JK Rowling's book series that is drawing particular attention. So far, HBO's TV reboot of Harry Potter has confirmed some of the biggest names in Hollywood – including the likes of John Lithgow, Paapa Essiedu, Janet McTeer, and Nick Frost. Meanwhile, newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout will be playing Harry, Hermione, and Ron, respectively. But while the role of Voldemort has not yet been cast, Fiennes still has some words of wisdom for whoever chooses to play him. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, the 62-year-old said: 'Make sure you can handle the long, flowing robes, and don't trip over them. Practice your long, flowing robe walk.' Fiennes went on to explain how his tights, which were one piece that had a gusset, 'kept getting lower and lower throughout the shooting day and became uncomfortable'. He then said he requested 'individual tights like a garter belt' so that he could tease the stunt guys 'by lifting up my robes and showing them my garter belt'. Our TV reporter Milo Pope shares his thoughts on some of the names rumoured for the part of Voldemort… It has now been two years since HBO announced it was rebooting Harry Potter in the form of a TV series, but the wave of public opinion against it in the wake of JK Rowling's offensive comments on trans people has not weakened in the slightest. The decision is clear for any actor who decides to take part – you are going to receive backlash. Even the most loyal Harry Potter fans in the world are revealing that they are going to boycott this series. It's inescapabale. For that reason alone, to take such a high-profile role such as Voldemort, it is a poisoned chalice. But beyond that, to try and fill the shoes of Ralph Fiennes who was iconic as He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, it becomes an even more difficult task. If HBO manage to land two high-calibre actors such as Cillian Murphy or Tom Hiddleston, it could massively help the PR behind the show. But in my mind, I'm not sure either of those are willing to risk their name. Fiennes played Voldemort for five Harry Potter films, making his debut in 2005's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The actor went on to play the villain for the rest of the film series, which ended in 2011 with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. Fiennes was previously asked to address speculation over whether Cillian Murphy would take over the role during an interview on Watch What Happens Live. He said: 'Cillian is a fantastic actor. That's a wonderful suggestion. I would be all in favor of Cillian. Yeah.' More Trending Despite his blessing, British actor Tom Hiddleston is said to be the leading contender for the spot. This comes after fans recently spotted a major problem following the casting of Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby who are playing Harry's aunt and uncle, Petunia and Vernon Dursley. A number of people online thought that the pair were too young to play the Harry's last living relatives. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Sir Stephen Fry turns on JK Rowling and claims she's been 'radicalised' MORE: Jodie Comer talks through her character's agonising journey in unseen 28 Years Later clip MORE: Harry Potter star's new TV show with trans icon is coming out imminently
Spectator
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Spectator
Magnificently bloodthirsty: 28 Years Later reviewed
First it was 28 Days Later (directed by Danny Boyle, 2002), then 28 Weeks Later (Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, 2007) and now Boyle is back at the helm with 28 Years Later, which is, as I understand it, the first in a new trilogy. This post-apocalyptic horror franchise could go on for ever. As the last film was generally (and rightly) regarded as a desultory cash grab, there is much riding on this one. The verdict? It's entertaining but not outstanding. The biggest surprise is its tonal swerve into sentimentality. Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes, however, bring character and heft and, just to put your minds at rest, yes, it's as magnificently bloodthirsty as ever. What you will most want to know is: 28 years after the 'rage virus' was let loose from a chimpanzee laboratory, where the hell are we? We're on an island off England's northeast coast where a group of survivors have retreated. The virus, we are told, has been contained in the UK while the rest of the world has abandoned us, which is mean. The film is also a family drama, with, at its centre, a dad (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), a mum (Comer) and their son Spike (Alfie Williams). Spike is now 12 and must embark on a hunting trip to the mainland with his father to learn how to kill 'the infected'. This seemed like madness to me, but there you are. The 'infected' are not zombies as they've never been dead so can't be undead – I'm a stickler for this sort of thing – but they're certainly zombies to all intents and purposes, with their cravings for human flesh and blood. We have skinny, naked, screeching ones who lurch awkwardly (or sprint fast, best of both worlds) and fat, slow ones who crawl the forest floors like Sumo wrestlers with grievous psoriasis. 'There are some strange people on the mainland,' Spike's father tells him at one point. You don't say? There's jeopardy, jump scares and gory moments – such as intestines spilling out of mauled bodies – in freeze-frame. From what I could tell – through my fingers – one of 'the infected' gets an arrow straight to the penis, and while I'm not rooting for them, what an unpleasant way to go. I'd heard that 'the infected' had mutated to be more intelligent but I couldn't see too much evidence for that. The tonal switch happens midway through, when it stops being a father-son story and becomes a sentimental mother-son one. Which means they go on a quest together that brings them into the orbit of Fiennes's character. And while I daren't say too much it does look as if he's been Tango'd. The audience tittered when he first appeared but I hope they were appreciative (after Conclave, I can forgive him anything). Boyles's extensive use of an iPhone gives it the shaky look fans of the original will welcome, while the soundtrack features a brilliantly deployed, century-old recital of Kipling's poem 'Boots'. It could be smarter, with less of a kill-or-be-killed narrative, and I would have liked a crib sheet. Who gets to become a fat Sumo and who doesn't? The second film made a big deal of some people becoming contaminated without symptoms, and that's just gone away? But Comer and Fiennes bring depth – and you can sense some fun was had. The ending, alas, isn't an ending, but a set-up for the next one. I now realise the sequel was filmed simultaneously and is due for release in January. It's called 28 Years Later: Bone Temple. That's cheating, to my mind, and if it picks up where we leave off, shouldn't it be 28 Minutes Later? Get a grip, lads. Get a grip.
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Glenn Close and Billy Porter to star in The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping
Glenn Close and Billy Porter to star in The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping Due for release in November 2026, the sixth film in the fantasy franchise will star Close, 78, as escort Drusilla Sickle, and Porter, 55, as stylist Magno Stift Glenn Close (Image: Netflix ) The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping is to star Glenn Close and Billy Porter when it is released next year. Due for release in November 2026, the sixth film in the fantasy franchise will star Close, 78, as escort Drusilla Sickle, and Porter, 55, as stylist Magno Stift – who is also her onscreen husband. It comes after Conclave star Ralph Fiennes was cast as villain President Coriolanus Snow in the prequel, which will be an adaption of the fifth book in the series written by Suzanne Collins. The book was published in March 2025 and is a prequel to the original trilogy, which was adapted into the films starring US actress Jennifer Lawrence. Close is best known for her appearances in Fatal Attraction (1988), Dangerous Liaisons (1989), and 101 Dalmatians (1996), where she played Cruella De Vil, while Porter is best known for his performances on Broadway in shows such as Kinky Boots. Article continues below The new film follows a young Haymitch Abernathy, one of the few Hunger Games winners from the same district as the original trilogy's protagonist Katniss Everdeen, played by Lawrence. Played by Zombieland actor Woody Harrelson, Haymitch is first introduced to readers in the original trilogy as the alcoholic mentor to tributes Katniss and Peeta Mellark, played by Bridge To Terabithia's Josh Hutcherson, before they are sent off to fight to the death in a televised arena. The prequel follows Haymitch as he is drawn to fight in the 50th Hunger Games, a violent entertainment set up to maintain control in the fictional country of Panem, and faces double the amount of tributes, two boys and two girls, who are selected from each district. Article continues below The movie will be directed by Francis Lawrence, who also directed the Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Mockingjay Part I, and Mockingjay Part II. The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping will be released in cinemas on November 20, 2026.
