Alan Rickman’s portrayal of Professor Severus Snape is one of those characters in mainstream media history that remains forever classic, unforgettable, and ever so iconic. Introduced primarily as an antagonistic presence in the Harry Potter franchise, Snape’s infused layers of complexity were magnificent to behold, especially when unfolding in their most intricate ways. A dynamic, coherent and intriguing character through and through.
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Although good writing is an essential part of why Snape remains a beloved and revered occupant in the minds of many Harry Potter fans, Rickman’s deep talent further embellished the effort. In real life however, the late actor proved to be a complete contrast to the role he is generally renowned for. Considered a funny and generous man, the star has always been sincerely appreciated by his co-actors.
After his unfortunate demise in 2016, many of the band’s widely acclaimed talents series recalled the times they shared with Rickman. Recently, Jason Isaacs, who played Lucius Malfoy, recalled a hilarious behind-the-scenes story from the set of Harry Potter which revealed the true lighthearted nature of the most cherished legend.
Jason Isaacs and how he remembers Alan Rickman
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As Isaacs recounts, Alan Rickman was a “passionately committed” a man who would constantly strive to “to make things better”. The 59-year-old actor further pointed out that everything he was able to achieve with Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter movies – Rickman was, at least in part, responsible for that. quite interesting, The Patriot alum commented on how he almost refused to take the role. He believed in having to be “sinister” in a film starring the antagonistic brilliance of Rickman seemed grim.
At the end of the day, which Jason Isaacs did to avoid people drawing comparisons to what he thought was an amazing portrayal beyond his leagues, he came up with a design for his character, which featured him adorning “long blonde hair” and “a pinched, high-pitched voice.”
The Incredible Quidditch Experience
According to Peter Pan actor, his meeting with Alan Rickman on the first day of filming completely derailed the “intimidation” he first felt towards him. This is not a surprising statement to make. Many talents in the Hollywood industry have testified to their shyness around the die hard star. Some were even hesitant to approach him, which was very different from the behavior he was highly regarded for in real life.
What served to break the barrier between Jason Isaacs and Alan Rickman was a sequence that required the two to watch and react to a Quidditch match. Now, the process turned out to be quite confusing and confusing to watch as the entire scene was prop-based. The quaffle was nothing but a tennis ball on a stick being waved around. While the prop man was directing the sequence, Jason Isaacs was completely bewildered, not sure what to do.
Like most people would, the actor immediately turned to Rickman for his sage advice. To his surprise, the response he received was quite laughable. As Isaacs asked the Snape actor what to do in such a situation, Rickman replied: “No idea. Do what I do. Absolutely nothing.
This moment had a humorous yet profound impact on Isaacs, who was surprised at how generously approachable and effortlessly funny Alan Rickman was. Here’s what he had to say about it:
“Who knew! The man behind the most distinctive and contemptuous sled in theater history was actually completely approachable, anarchically funny, completely in the moment on and off screen…”
To end on an evocative and grateful note, Isaacs noted that sharing the screen with the Sense and sensitivity the alum continues to be one of “strong points” of his acting career. Alan Rickman, who has always been recognized for his diverse, passionate, yet humble and grounded nature, will forever be admired for his breathtaking contribution not only to the Harry Potter franchise like Severus Snape but to the film industry as a whole.
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Source: The Guardian
