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Fiennes: Voldemort a Rejected Child and Denied Affection

Variety recently spoke with Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter films) about many of the different roles he's done throughout his illustrious career. During the interview, Mr. Fiennes spoke a bit about how he had hesitated on taking on the role of Voldemort because he had to personify evil and he wasn't sure how to do that. Read more to see what he had to say.

Fiennes has even taken that fastidious approach into the big-budget fantasy world of the Harry Potter franchise. Thesp worked hard to develop a convincing backstory for Lord Voldemort that would ring psychologically true, despite the fact that Fiennes is virtually unrecognizable in the role under layers of ghoulish makeup.

"I hesitated for a bit before committing to the role because it sort of requires you to personify evil, and I don't know how you do that," Fiennes says. "I latched onto what was maybe crude psychology in working out Voldemort's obsession with Harry. Harry was loved by his parents, which Voldemort can't stand. He is, of course, a rejected person. It's quite basic: the rejected child who's emotionally been denied affection turns violent. You have to suggest there's more there, a life, a spirit, a mind. It isn't just a creepy voice and makeup. I always think you can find more in something. It's good to just keep asking questions until someone says cut."

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by @ 12 Oct 2008 - 15:35

He's an extraordinary actor. I'm happy he'll play LV in the 2 parts of DH. The conflict between him and HP will be exciting and highly dramatic! (and he'll be on screen for a longer time)

by @ 12 Oct 2008 - 12:58

Being under so much makeup is what allows Fiennes to develope the character of Voldemort to the level that he has.His acting ability is showcased in such a way that you are looking"The Dark Lord" and not just an actor portraying someone.This is why he us one of our finest actors today!!

by jujubee @ 11 Oct 2008 - 02:50

The man is brilliant! He's so perfect for Voldemort. He's becoming a big favorite of mine! whatsup