From: Kenneth<\/b><\/p>\n
I just recently sent the following e-mail to Sir Ian McKellen:<\/p>\n
Sir McKellen,<\/p>\n
I just wanted to write and let you know how pleased I am that you have decided to undertake this marvellous adventure in Tolkein’s Middle-Earth. I have seen several of your pictures and must say that if anyone can bring this role to life, it is you. I wanted also to ask a question. I was wondering if, in your research for the role of Gandalf, whether or not you watched Ralph Bakshi’s animated version of the film from 1977? I was curious as to what your view (of the way Gandalf was presented in the film) was and whether or not you envisioned him in a similar way when you first read the books (as I’m sure you have, if not for your own entertainment, then certainly in your research of the role.) I know that your portrayal of Gandalf will be a direct reflection of Peter Jackson’s direction, but what vision of the character do you see for yourself? What elements do you see yourself bringing to the role?<\/p>\n
Sincerely,<\/p>\n
Kenneth
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Dallas, Texas, USA<\/p>\n
PS: Best wishes for a successful shoot on “X-Men”, and very much looking forward to seeing you on the silver screen in the months ahead.<\/p>\n
This was his reply:<\/p>\n
dear kenneth <\/p>\n
i generally avoid other interpretations of characters i am about to play. after all i must find gandalf inside myself – that process is just beginning and i may try and plot it out in the grey book. altho too much analysis can be harmful away from the workplace<\/p>\n
best wishes ian mckellen<\/p>\n
Hope this might be of use for the website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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