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Let me be the first to wish you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year, IN the New year.
Continued thanks to our wonderful webmistress, Suzanne, without whom we would not have this marvelous meeting place to share ideas and discuss aout the world's greatest actor.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anne
Anne <ahard73977@aol.comfoo>
Alexandria, VA USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 22:07:52 (PST)
Happy New Year, everyone (although a lot of you are already a few hours into 2003). Please all be safe!
I have added the AR scenes from Therese Raquin to the video site. Enjoy--there's also a new song on the Audio page
Also, Anne in Manhattan sent me a picture from a tube station in Rickmansworth, England. Another good friend of mine Suzy Q transformed this pic into something I think we can all appreciate...LOL
Again...everyone have a safe and wonderful New Year!
Claudia 
GA US - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 19:36:36 (PST)
I'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year. I'd also like to thank our webmistress, Suzanne, for providing us with this fantastic venue to converse, confabulate and just carry on about our favorite British actor! Cheers and best wishes for a great 2003!
Now, on a much different note, I'd like to point all Rickmaniacs to this interesting link I discovered. It's called "Closet Land: A Hypermedia Essay." The site is a comprehensive look at the film "Closet Land," with movie stills, audio bites, movie clips, and reviews. Enjoy!
Closet Land: A Hypermedia Essay
Kimberly
Michigan USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 18:55:40 (PST)
Enjoyed your site greatly, having been a Alan R. devotee for years. As someone who lived in England in the late 1970's, let me say that, while 31 years may seem like a long time to someone American, many couples in the UK or on the Continent of Europe forego the "paperwork" of marriage and have common-law arrangements. The sensibility (no pun intended) seems odd to Americans, but life is taken differently across the sea. My favorite roles of A.R. were the dear departed in Truly, Madly,Deeply"...see it if you have not! ...., Col. Brandon in Sense and Sensibility (had to love that one, since we shared the same 'last name', and the evil Sheriff of Nott in the Kevin C. version of Robin Hood....So deliciously evil that I almost rooted for him! I am A.R.'s age and I suppose that I find him attractive because (1) his talent (2) his looks (purr!), and (3) well, let's face it, at 50 most men are going downhill fast! Alan, Love you truly, madly, deeply! "MaryB"
Mary Brandon <spedteach52@yahoo.comfoo>
blackwood, nj usa - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 17:48:09 (PST)
That's Beckett on Film.
Ach...as Hans might say....
R, - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 15:00:43 (PST)
OFT: Actor Alan Bates has been knighted, as has director Ridley Scott (Blade Runner, Thelma and Louise). Rickman, Branagh and R. Fiennes still haven't been recognized by the Queen for this honor.
Also, the comedy "The Play What I Wrote" is scheduled to move to New York in March, and Ralph Fiennes is said to want to reprise his role as the mystery guest at some point . . . but the guest identity, is, alas, not revealed until the course of the night's show . . .
PBS has not scheduled a second showig of Beckett on Stage as far as I can tell, only "Waiting for Godot" will show on the West Coast, 9:30 pm. For anyone interested in the idea that Christoher Marlowe wrote Shax's plays, Frontline's program airs at 9:00 pm on January 2, 2003.
Happy New year, all.
Renie
Thought you'd want to know, Fausta , - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 14:52:58 (PST)
Hiya everybody!! Just a quick post to wish all here a very Happy New Year, and to raise a glass to a fabulous, fun-packed, AR-filled (natch!!) 2003!!
Catherine - Snape thongs?! Whatever next?! *Puts on thinking cap!* ;-) <catherineharpham@hotmail.comfoo>
Reading, England - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 14:20:27 (PST)
Since AR was born in 1946, he's a Dog
.... in the Chinese Zodiac!
People born in the Year of the Dog possess the best traits of human nature.
They have a deep sense of loyalty, are honest, and inspire other people's confidence because they know how to keep secrets. But Dog People are somewhat selfish, terribly stubborn, and eccentric. They care little for wealth, yet somehow always seem to have money. They can be cold emotionally and sometimes distant at parties. They can find fault with many things and are noted for their sharp tongues. Dog people make good leaders. They are compatible with those born in the Years of the Horse, Tiger, and Rabbit.
Interesting, innit?
Barbara the Wallpaperer
- Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 13:44:44 (PST)
Looks like the computer gods deleted part of my message: I'm entering and re-entering just to hear him say I am amazing. And, surely, this was intended just for me, so why can just anybody hear it?
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 13:15:26 (PST)
I am so ashamed. From which movie is the audio file coming? Carolyn, dear Carolyn <---entering and re-entering just to hear him tell me I'm amazing!
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 13:12:40 (PST)
Cool beans, Kim! Thanks for the cafeshops link. My new Sev jammies (long sleeve t-shirt and thong) are on order! LOL
Claudia
GA US - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 10:53:11 (PST)
i love your page and the person who it is about aspr best of all to makers of this site i am sure if i knew how to make a site for alan rickman it would be exactly like this
rose
- Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 10:08:02 (PST)
Happy New Year, everyone! It's been a pleasure spending time with you this year, and I'm looking forward to lots more AR fun with you all in the new year. Thanks, as usual, to our gracious hostess for keeping this site up and putting up with us all throughout the year. Be safe tonight!
--Gwenn, signing out for 2002
gwenn
nyc, - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 10:05:17 (PST)
I've been.... inspired!
To the tune of "Wild Thing
Snape Thong
You know it's so wrong
It's where he belongs
Grrrroooovvvy
Snape Thong
I think I want one
Barbara the Wallpaperer <I know, I know.... I can't help myselffoo>
- Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 09:37:00 (PST)
Jules from the UK, I hoped you lurked out there somewhere!
Cynthia
- Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 09:30:19 (PST)
Aaaaaaahhh! There's life in the old GB yet! Thanks Harlii, for that festive image!!! Presumably you'll ask him to sign the photo of you wearing it! (That was a fun sentence to construct! I soooo wanted to insert a comma, or a 'while'...)
Jules
UK - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 09:03:53 (PST)
You know, for me personally, it really makes it worthwhile to come back to this Guest Book and read things like..."I'm Shaking my Snape Thang." It just makes me feel warm and fuzzy all over. God Bless you Harli... and the Snape Thong you rode in on! lol!!! ROTFLMAO!!!
ladyjane
- Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 08:33:04 (PST)
nice site
agboga <agboga@mugu.comfoo>
lome, togo - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 07:48:44 (PST)
I am very pleased with the choice of Michael Gambon for Dumbledore! As much as I like Sir Ian, it just did not seem right or logical for him to step into the Dumbledore role after creating such a memorable Gandalf. I had a feeling deep down that whomever they chose would be someone that none of the speculators would predict!
Snape thongs? Oh my...
Ali-Pat
very happy with my ersatz but chaste Slytherin scarf in Dayton, OH USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 06:06:25 (PST)
Thanks, Suzanne, for the E!Online link regarding the "new" Dumbledore. I had doubts about Ian McKellan playing two characters who resemble each other physically, in films that are both fantasy-based and in release at the same time. Gambon sounds like a prudent choice.
Kimberly
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 22:12:59 (PST)
For those of you coveting a pair of the Snape/Alan thong underwear mentioned by Harlii, they may be purchased here:
Kimberly
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 20:58:13 (PST)
Okay ladies. Who else has one? A Snape thong. I got one for Christmas from a dear friend at Utopia (my board) and I'm wearing it today. I feel strangely jubilant thinking I have Severus Snape's face (as Alan) so near and dear to me. 
If you don't have one, you should buy one (even if you don't wear it) just for the conversation factor. My mother said, "You know, I really think you've lost your mind." 
Anyway, it's cute...all white cotton with a black and white image of Snape (the popular side view pic so often seen) on the front and on the back just under the waistband. Too cute! I'm shaking my Snape thang girls! 
Harlii
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 20:18:54 (PST)
E! Online reports that Michael Gambon (AR's co-star in Standing Room Only) will play the new Dumbledore!
Suzanne <Suz@mail.usa.comfoo>
TX USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 18:00:27 (PST)
Madgoth, there are films that will give you much more AR for your dollar/pound than Therese Raquin. Alan makes an interesting appearance as a painter in this series, but there is far, far too little of him. Definitely worth seeing, but not one of the top-ten "must have" AR films.
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:54:12 (PST)
Alan, if you read this - HAPPY NEW YEAR 2003 ps. thanks for the signed piccie!!
Jayne Preston <alan-j-preston@supanet.comfoo>
Walsall, uk - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:48:07 (PST)
First fell in love with the guy when I saw the first Potter movie (thanks to my son that I got Potter-mania!!). He's a brilliant actor and not a lot of people know about him! - then realise o yes he's the bloke who was in .......... etc etc! Keep up the good work and looking forward to seeing your next film - whatever that is??
Jayne Preston <alan-j-preston@supanet.comfoo>
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:44:01 (PST)
Janet:
Alan Rickman has three siblings:
An older brother, named David;
A younger brother, named Michael;
And, the youngest sibling of the family, a sister, Sheila.
I hope this information is helpful. You will have to let us know if your friend is, indeed, Alan's brother.
Kimberly
Michigan USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:29:46 (PST)
Madgoth--JMO but if there is other Rickman work needed for your collection....go for it before buying "Therese Raquin".
Claudia
GA US - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:21:06 (PST)
Just in case you ever read this Mr Rickman, you are a truly talented and handsome man! Your acting is fantastic, as is your voice, as is your face...i could go on. Thankyou for being you. If anyone out there (who also greatly admires Alan Rickman) wishes to email me then please go ahead. Love from LJ. xxx
LJ <palastrina@yahoo.comfoo>
England - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 14:14:32 (PST)
I am considering buying Therese Raquin. Is it worth the money (to a person with limited resources) or would I do better to spend my moneyon something else?
madgoth <madgothmothra@yahoo.comfoo>
AL - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 13:34:50 (PST)
Hi i think i know Alan Rickman's brother! He has a different surname as he took his wife's name, she is an actress and author and comes from a prominent acting family. I don't want to ask them as they are good friends, but he has the same voice, manner and look and is the right age and a Londoner. So does anyone know what are the first names of Alan's brothers.
janet <naamati@naamati.freeserve.co.ukfoo>
London - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 13:06:31 (PST)
Happy new year to everyone seeing this message!
Alba
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 12:24:17 (PST)
Ali-Pat, X Factor works for me! I am starting a campaign, and maybe some of you would care to join me. I love IFCTV! It's wonderful to have a channel that carries things worth watching during the daylight hours. Anyway, I thought it wouldn't hurt to email them and ask for an Alan Rickman Day on their channel. I've been able to catch a few of his things on there, but I want more, More, MORE! And I am not adverse to begging as long as it is for a, ummm, good...cause.
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 12:01:41 (PST)
I think ur a good actor. I hope to see ur next film to Harry Potter.
Jana Barney <skittles822001@yahoo.comfoo>
Massena, NY USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 11:18:33 (PST)
http://www.ar.com.au/~jriddler/ba/league.html might be interesting to some people...
flamingkitties
Warminster, - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:53:45 (PST)
I've just called The Phoenix Learning Group about getting The Preacher video (info in FAQ). No doubt this has been posted before, but if you tell them it's for private usage only, it's $20 cheaper. It's still pricey at $69 for a 20 minute video, but it's a great performance and for me, one of the best things he's done.
sonoma
U.S.A. - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10:16:31 (PST)
RE: Alan Rickman Day on Encore. I have not been able to catch the advertising . And there are no listings for any AR films on 1/25 on the TV Now listings. My daughter swears she saw the commercial...LOL....I have been grilling her about it for two days now. I'll let you know if I can catch the commercial and give more details.
Claudia
GA US - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 08:13:01 (PST)
Alan Rickman is the finest actor I have ever seen, with a voice like velvet. For those of you who havent seen Galaxy Quest, you must, its alan rickman as never seen before,excellent film. I adore him!!
carole <cmatchwick@aol.comfoo>
uk wales - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 07:40:26 (PST)
As always, you can find the current US Rickman movie schedule at TV Now.
Georgiana
Seattle - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 07:07:30 (PST)
Contance and Carolyn, your comments interest me as I have also gone through a body-morphing experience as a result of my AR obsession. The comment someone made about "getting in touch with your womanhood" is apt. I have never had so much fun being a girl as I have had this year! There was a whole subtext to the New York Experience that involved choosing the right clothes and shoes and makeup and jewelry and this and that. So what's up with that, anyway? Sympathetic resonance? The X Factor? Above and beyond (or perhaps below and beneath) Rickman's unquestionably fine acting talent it's just all part of That Thing That He Does.
I feel another song coming on...
When I have a brand new hairdo
With my eyelashes all in curl,
I float as the clouds in air do
I enjoy being a girrrrrrlllll!
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 06:26:28 (PST)
Now perhaps a little more relevant than two weeks ago - Uk VCR alert, Winter Guest is on TONIGHT on Channel 4 at 12;30am.
Jizel
- Monday, December 30, 2002 at 04:42:27 (PST)
I became aware of Alan as did many, from watching sense and sensibility. I loved it when I got his autograph when I saw him on stage. The most lovely of english actors, especially in the last boat scene in Dark Harbor.
Lesley Ratcliff
London, England - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 02:49:37 (PST)
I also checked each Encore station, such as Encore Action, Encore Love Stories, Encore Mysteries, Encore True Stories, Encore Westerns, etc. for Jan. 25th and still came up with nothing. I have all these channels and was just concerned for some friends asking for folks to tape whatever would be on *Alan Rickman Day*.
Harlii
- Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 22:15:22 (PST)
Maybe someone can clarify the Encore - Alan Rickman Day. At their website there aren't ANY AR films listed in the schedule for Jan. 25th. The only movies for the month that are listed on both Encore East and West are QDU and DH. Perhaps there's an Encore station that isn't a part of that website: StarzEncore Website Just click on the Encore icon at the top and it will take you to that schedule. You can check daily, weekly and monthly times. I tried them all (all timezones, all days, etc.) and there's nothing to show that Jan. 25th is Alan Rickman Day. If it is, they'll have some rather awful scheduling conflicts with what's already listed. All of the movies, less the ones I mentioned show "No Airdates Scheduled"...You can also see this at his Current Month TV Schedule. Any clarification would be great. Thanks.
Harlii
- Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 21:56:07 (PST)
Gwenn, I've been reading up on polyandry and I think I could work out the small troubles that might come with having 2 husbands. Both of my children are out of the nest now, so bathroom schedules aren't quite as tight as they used to be. So, I'm issuing an invitation: Mr. Rickman, should you find yourself at loose ends you are quite welcome to come to MY King Soopers and drop zucchinis all over the produce department (and anywhere else you please) as long as you come home with me. I'll be waiting. Sincerely, Carolyn, dear Carolyn p.s. King Soopers, Uintah Gardens, Colorado Springs, CO
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 19:31:27 (PST)
I also read yesterday that Sir Ian Mc'kellan will play Prof. Dumbledore! I thought he was wonderful in LOTR's. I hope he gets it! It was in the Sunday Mail. O/t, Ruby's book is sometimes hard to read but it once again shows how Loyal AR is to his friends. I think he was a strong support base for her. Too bad about HP5 book...... why is it taking so long to write? Thank you, Trisha and the other wonderful Barbara TW! still laughing at you poem! Welcome to Ange from Brissie! Bye.
Barbara the Australian. <hermione_3@hotmail.comfoo>
Gold Coast, Qld Australia - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 18:02:05 (PST)
Hey all! I thought I should tell you all why I haven't been posting--I've been having a problem accessing either GB. When I go to the page, none of the submitted text is there, but the space for where it should be is there, and everything else is normal at the top of the page. I have no idea what's going on, but I just thought I would let you know that I haven't abandoned you all, I just haven't been able to read the posts so I can't reply to them. When I go into work Tuesday I'll try to see if I can get it from there, and if for some reason this is my computer I'm going to put my foot through it (ouch...). Hopefully I can clear this up somehow. Love you all and hope to talk to you later. :-)
CG - ARGH! Dumb computers :S
USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 11:14:31 (PST)
Woops...I meant to say "That goes for Carolyn, too.
Gwenn
- Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 09:32:36 (PST)
Constance: whoever starts "bapping" you will have to deal with me! That goes for Carolyn. It sounds like both of you are feeling great about yourselves, and that's what counts. Congratulations!
Saw Two Towers over the weekend and I agree that the actor who plays Faramir is very Rickmanesque in his looks. They could play brothers! With no Rickman in the movie, I guess it was the next best thing. By the way, I loved the film, and already can't wait for the next installment.
Gwenn
NYC, - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 09:32:03 (PST)
Carolyn in Colorado: Your post really amused me because I too have had the same life-altering affects from this obsession. I lost 35 pounds, started coloring my hair, wearing make-up, dressing better, going to the Gym, dabbleing in power yoga and yes........ keeping my husband very happy (and surprised! lol). But I really don't think that all this comes from the expectation that Rickman will come to Cary, NC, shop at my Kroger and dropping zuccini all over the produce departement, fall madly in-love with me. No. That would be highly inconvenient ( with a loving hubby and 4 kids...). I think that AR has somehow awakened my femininity, my womanhood. Now don't you all start bapping me. I know that wearing lipstick does not the woman make! But that is just my experience! So there!:~D
Constance
Cary, NC USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 09:14:09 (PST)
I was reading my morning paper and came across a review of Lincoln Child's new novel Utopia. It's the story of a futuristic theme park that's taken over by a gang of terrorists, led by a man who calls himself John Doe. At this point the reviewer inserts: "Think Alan Rickman in Die Hard mode . . ."
MA
"Who says we're terrorists?", USA - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 06:42:47 (PST)
In today's New York Times: Ben Brantley's "Top 10 Moments in Theatre in 2002", including:
8. `PRIVATE LIVES' Noël Coward without camp, for a change. In this delectable British import, directed by Howard Davies, Lindsay Duncan and Alan Rickman restored the authentic sex appeal, and subliminal pain, to a show usually presented, with excesses of drollery, as a tarted-up old coquette.
Magda
Canada - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 04:17:41 (PST)
Ah, the dreadful two syndrome strikes again.....lol
Jizel
- Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 03:46:44 (PST)
ur site rox my sox
EmmaKate <miss_kitty_fantastiko@hotmail.comfoo>
- Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 00:15:33 (PST)
hi, alan rickman is my favorite actor! ever scince i saw harry potter. i'v started a collection of all the movies you have been in. i'm going to be professor snape for hallowe'en this coming year. i think you do an excellent job at acting. thanx for taking the time to read this. shannon
shannon <skatergirl_5@hotmail.comfoo>
st.jean baptiste, on canada - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 18:15:43 (PST)
Hmmm can't help but think that calling Ruby wax a 'sensation' is stretching it a bit far. People who don't like her hate her, generally speaking. I think she's okay but I wouldn't exactly got out of my way.
Kerry <kerry.wall@ntlworld.comfoo>
Coventry, UK - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 14:32:31 (PST)
ROTFLMAO! Thanks, Claire for that little tidbit!
Can you imgaine the stitches that Wax and Barr kept Our Man in? Hopefully, Rima H was there as well. LOL...I can just see it!
Claudia
GA US - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 13:20:15 (PST)
What AR did for Thanksgiving .... From Fox News 4th December 2002
.... So many good things came out of the Harrison concert, though, I think we should concentrate on them.
For example: On Saturday night, composer/arranger Michael Kamen hosted a pot-luck Thanksgiving dinner for all the musicians and friends who rearranged their schedules to be in London. He and his family really knocked themselves out to entertain the whole gang on their own dime.
The place they used for this was the 20th Century Theatre, an art gallery and performance space off the Portobello Road in Notting Hill. The cast of characters included actor Alan Rickman, Roy Orbison's widow Barbara and their son Roy Jr., former ELO leader Jeff Lynne and none other than Roseanne Barr, who came as a guest of comic and TV hostess Ruby Wax, an American who's an expat sensation in Britain.
Claire
- Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 12:43:40 (PST)
Yep, Carolyn, that's the Alan Rickman Marriage Enhancement Factor. Who needs those expensive weekends at bed-and-breakfasts?
Spider
DE US - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 12:15:03 (PST)
Thank you for the Closet Land shots, Amanda. Add one more flick to the things I covet. I was thinking, last night, of My Life As Altered By My Crush On AR. Ready? Too bad--you shouldn't have hesitated! I've changed my diet and lost a considerable mass of poundage just in case God ever whispers in his ear that he should relocate to Colorado. Yeah, right! I've begun wearing makeup again just in case I run into him at the grocery store. I'm practicing potions again--I made a very nice sugar scrub to rub all over so my skin is delectable. I'm burning a lot of candles towards influencing fate. And I'm wearing out my poor husband who has gorgeous hands and looks really, really good in his fencing gear! See what a good influence lust can be?
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 11:56:42 (PST)
Aw shucks--why couldn't Encore have held off for three days and made my birthday Alan Rickman Day?????
And on a completely different thread... Last night I saw the trailer for the new Disney/Pixar animated feature Finding Nemo and was amused to see so much similarity to Help! I'm a Fish. Wonder if there's any connection? The IMDB only lists Andrew Stanton under writing credits. Has anybody else seen this trailer and noticed similarities?
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 10:12:27 (PST)
OK...I am in my car going about my business trying to deal with normal Saturday errands when my phone rings and it is my darling daughter. She says "This is going to make you really happy, Mom....."
ATTN: Encore subscribers...January 25, 2003 is "Alan Rickman Day" on Encore! My daughter only recognized Dogma and Die Hard but she assured me that when I see the commercial I will recognize all of the films they will show that day. So get those VCRs warmed up...this is a perfect recording time!
So now that Encore seems to be seeing the light...wonder when the others will follow suit?
Claudia
GA US - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 08:55:07 (PST)
More on Ruby Wax (just a little!). I think more than a little of what she writes in her book is exaggerated for comic effect. There are whole passages that have "schtick" written all over them. And I also wonder about that flat-sharing experience! Methinks some of the details of that experience can be found here and there in Girls on Top. (see--I CAN do it properly when I'm not distracted)
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 06:20:07 (PST)
MAJOR BECKETT ALERT!
In today's Fort Worth Star-Telegram (edited for the relevant stuff):
"(A) landmark series called Beckett on Film, in which all 19 of Beckett's stage plays were filmed with such directors and actors as Neil Jordan, Atom Egoyan, David Mamet, Harold Pinter, Julianne Moore, Jeremy Irons and, in his final acting performance, the late John Gielgud.
Co-produced by Irish stage director Michael Colgan and film producer Alan Moloney, the 2000-2001 project finally comes to the United States, and more importantly, to North Texas (this program aired elsewhere in the States in September). Seven of the films air Sunday on PBS in a program hosted by Irons. On Jan. 1, Beckett's best-known work, Waiting for Godot, airs in celebration of the play's 50th anniversary."
While the 7 films are not identified, it's probable that "Play" (which Rickman appeared in) is one of them as the article praises Anthony Minghella for his direction of it. So if you want to see AR in a non-hair part, check your tv guides for tomorrow.
Magda
Canada - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 03:54:55 (PST)
Hey fellow obsessed ones! i'm so happy to have found this website!! like a few around here, i'm 17 but a little bit love-struck. damn female hormones!! discovered Alan as Snape and the obsession has progressed from there. love his work, particularly Sense and Sensibility. love the site!! Big Love to you all, Ange**
Ange <oz_music_alltheway@hotmail.comfoo>
Brisbane, QLD Australia - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 00:50:00 (PST)
Hey everyone--just wanted to let you know, I took some Closet Land screenshots. :)
amanda <amanda_rickmaniac@hotmail.comfoo>
burke, va usa - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 00:12:17 (PST)
I read Ruby's book, and I think that she told the truth about the emotional, verbal and physical abuse that she endured, and what effect it had on her. Identifying with the abuser is one way to cope, and Ruby did do a bit of bullying; also the emotional, sexual and spiritual shutdown. The need for approval that never came, and the support she got from Alan Rickman. I would personally had a difficult time not confronting the parents with their inappropriate behavior and comments and gotten counseling a lot sooner. Better late than never is what I always say.
a concerned citizen
- Friday, December 27, 2002 at 22:56:38 (PST)
I find Alan Rickman very attractive and find it hard to believe that he is not married. Even though he is much older than when I first seen him in Die Hard, he hasn't changed much and is still a sight to see.
D. Garcia <Medanie102@aol.comfoo>
Kansas city, ks us - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 16:48:04 (PST)
I everybody. Im a new fan from AR and im curiouse about lots of thins. Im asking here from some ansewers, so if any one can help this soul in love - one more - for AR. I like a little daydream so email me and answer me some things. One is that someone that i cant tell who it was told me that AR and Rima had probably lovers in their past. Can someone say if there are people from the showbiz, people we all know involved? And yes, i cant understand why they lived more than 30 years and are not merried. And she often stays apart when seen with him, and she often dont go with him anywhere. I need help im full of questions. Email me and we could create a link, sending emais, chating, and stuff like that! May you all have a great 2003. Margarida
Margarida <margarida.pereira-77@clix.ptfoo>
Lisbon, Portugal - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 16:46:39 (PST)
Well, different strokes for different folks, I guess. It just seems to me that Ruby was spoiled a lot when she was young, and does nothing but berate her parents the whole time! Plus she was a drug dealer, and can't remember half of her early life because she was so stoned...
This is off-topic, so I won't go on and on about it. I haven't seen Ruby on TV much, but from reading her book, I don't like her.
Gaye
Adelaide, South Australia - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 16:21:15 (PST)
I'm curious too, Gaye. What do you mean that Ruby Wax seems like a horrible woman? I think she is hilarious and I applaud her for being able laugh at her tragic past.
I to loved reading all the comments she had about AR but she failed to do one thing....explain how in the heck she and he ended up sharing a flat together! LOL...that has been the burning question for me!
Oh and BTW, everyone have a safe and great New Years!
Claudia
GA US - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 16:14:35 (PST)
Okay Okay I know being in my late teens and having a sensual crush on a man older than my parents is somewhat weird and insane. As I said befor everything I do is insane, but you all must relize the sensuality of specific roles and movie characters that Alan has played over the years. My fist sighting in movie land was of Mesmer, the ambiguity and sensual uprising he flourished in my heart was amazing. After that the touchieness of that tango dance he did in the Texas video made my heart jump out and wish ever more and desiringly more so to have him if not any man hold me like that. I love him he is sensual and adverse, he knows how to play the role and his accent is just and add on which licks you across your already beating hear. Love love the word is so futile and so meaningful and that is the only way I can descrbe the sesuality of Alan Rickman. Thanks, and oh by the way I tried to download the Tango video and it didn't work major bummers there. LOTS OF BOUNTIFUL LOVE!!! Ami
Ami <ami_lynn_doe@yahoo.com>
Everything I do is insane so is everything you do, were not that diffrent., - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 16:06:13 (PST)
This Guestbook is really good, and I just wanted to aks, Gaye, what did you mean with horrible woman? And I think that Alan Rickman, was great doing professor snape.OOOhh i almos forgot, i'm 16 years!!Bye!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Emily <don't have foo>
- Friday, December 27, 2002 at 15:58:32 (PST)
I know that Sir Alan Rickman is the most gourgeous man alive Im 32 and hope to meet and be able to just look into his eyes one day . Im not crazy just totally enamored by this beautifull man...
leia
toms river, nj america - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 15:57:12 (PST)
Just thought I'd pass along that Sir Ian McKellen has contracted to replace Richard Harris and play Dumbledore in the next HP movie. Here's a link with the info.
Annette
Mansfield, Tx - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 14:02:02 (PST)
Italics fixed.
And thanks, everyone! Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!
Suz (D.o.C.)
Oh no, not italics AGAIN.
I also received the Ruby Wax book for Christmas, and I must say, she seems like a horrible woman, LOL. Good on Alan for putting up with her so long!
Gaye
Adelaide, South Australia - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 12:56:27 (PST)
So sorry about the italics!!! Got distracted. Hummmpf.
Ali-Pat
- Friday, December 27, 2002 at 12:22:28 (PST)
Janie, dear Janie, sing along with me:
Why must I beeee a teenager in loooooove?
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 12:17:27 (PST)
Not only is Hans a multilingual "terrorist", he thinks it's a shame to ruin a goot zoot. The combined effect of all the "touches" which AR brought to Hans in Die Hard was key to the development (though I use that term loosely LOL) of action films. The "smart" and "sophisticated" bad guy is so much more enjoyable to watch than a dummy straw man who's also a slob. Not to mention that women could finally find something to watch besides explosions.
If you're looking for smart films with clever men trying to outwit each other, try older European films, and film noir for style and action. Since not many filmmakers had a budget for explosions, they relied on suspense and writing, and even *acting*.
I was told that there is a program on BBC2 called 'Dead Ringers' - it's a sketch show with a group of actors doing impersonations. Here is the part which relates to AR:
One sketch was about the 'sensitive, new Arnold Schwartzenegger movie - Killing Lots and Lots of Bad Guys With My Really Big Gun'. Their 'Arnold' is approached by a man in a wheelchair - their 'Ian McKellan' as the Obligatory British Bad Guy. Before the showdown, another Obligatory British Bad Guy appears - their 'Alan Rickman'.
'Alan' and 'Ian' begin fighting about who has custody of the Bad Guy role in this particular film. 'Alan' insists that he is the heir of all of 'Ian's' Bad Guy roles, stating that "Branagh wasn't even told about the audition!"
Anyway, a Happy New Year to everyone who posts and reads here and next door. May your most important wish for the New Year come true.
And thanks to Suzanne, who gives us the substantial gift of her time and energy, not just at Christmas, but the year round. To paraphrase Colonel Brandon, "Let's endeavor to deserve her."
Renie
Marin, , CA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 10:36:28 (PST)
Janine, my loyal subject, of course you are forgiven. Thank you for the warning, I am hiking up a pair of extra large full coverage granny underwear as I post. I forgot about Australian men. Strict gun-control laws? How intelligent. Americans are not intelligent when it comes to guns. This is one of the more dangerous countries for me to fly over. To the person who posted in Spanish, thank you! Finally a language I can understand. Please post what Ruby says about Alan, you who are in possesion of her book! Anyone know when Love Actually is coming out, and what is Alan's next movie? At 9:40 am in Northern California, it's grey skies that are brightening slowly, and almost 60 degrees.
Eleanor, HRH
- Friday, December 27, 2002 at 09:42:08 (PST)
Help, I think I'm in trouble deep! I'm all warm and tingly and I feel like I'm 16 although I'm just a few years younger than AR. I've got a crush on this man and I've never even met him. Sound familiar? I'm so glad I found this site (and all the others). So much fun to feed my obsession! Mmmmm, Snape, mmmmm Jamie....
Carolyn, dear Carolyn
CO USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 08:38:56 (PST)
Thanks, MA. I'm not crazy...
Marie
Paris, FR - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 08:32:58 (PST)
cheers for the verses. good fun.
Superwitch
UK - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 07:21:29 (PST)
I do love Alan Rickman!
Kanako
Toyota, Japan - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 06:20:19 (PST)
Marie--I, too, heard "Allez, vite!" and simply assumed that the Hansgang are from different backgrounds and nationalities, so Hans happened to be speaking to one of them in French. He probably speaks half a dozen languages! *grin*
MA
C'est "l'education classique", USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 05:18:54 (PST)
RE Ruby Wax's book. I loved all the dialog between Ruby's dad and Alan (the term "long-suffering" springs to mind in reference to AR). It read like great sit-com material. Hold on--was sitcom material! Carroll O'Connor and Rob Reiner to perfection!
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 05:12:47 (PST)
Hi everybody. I'd like to have your opinion. I watched again Die Hard next week, and I heard a strange thing. At the beginning of AR's last scene, Hans is flying away with two of his men and Bruce Willis's wife. He says something to them, and what I hear is "Allez, vite" (in french), wich is rather surprising for a german terrorist. Do you hear the same thing?Is that a joke?
Marie
Paris, Fr - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 04:46:16 (PST)
Dear Alan, I hope you had a merry Christmas!!!!!! I wish you all the best for the next year! You're HOT!!! Yours Tanja
Tanja Maus <Madmouse@gmx.defoo>
Pirmasens, Germany - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 04:10:56 (PST)
Hello people, i am back. Well, i got Die Hard and the Ruby Wax book for christmas, that has lots of AR bits in which someone must remind me to put up somewhen :) I hope everyone had a lovely christmas!
Jizel
- Friday, December 27, 2002 at 01:46:00 (PST)
Dear Elenor please forgive your humble Janine! Beware of Australian men when floating all the way to Australia. As they might not notice your royal countenance and be too busy thinking of becoming a Republic and juat try to look up you dress. As for guns, we have strict gun control laws here, so I don't think they will aim rifles.. ahem. Great Elenor! A lot is two words, a lot is two words, a lot is two words...and Happy New Year to the Queen of A Lot Similar. Thank you all rickmaniacs for making the world seem friendly for I am not the only mad Alan Rickman fan.
Janine
Melb, Vic Australia - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 17:14:42 (PST)
Thanks to Rickfan37 (who is a very talented fanfic writer also, by the way-if you go to fanfiction.net check out her work!) for spotting my work and making sure I got the credit. I don't blame Barbars-when I posted it to the AR Yahoo group, I didn't specifically claim credit for it-but it is mine. As is this (a few days late, but I hope still close enough to the season).
Twas the Night Before Christmas (Or, A Visit from S. Snape)
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through my home
Not a creature was stirring, not even a gnome
My cauldron was filled full of eggnog of course
But my spirit was heavy with pain and remorse
The house-elves had made up my bed with such care
But what did it matter-with no one to share?
So I in my nightie, so lacy and tight
Sat myself down for long, lonely night
When deep in the hearth the flames sputtered and spattered
I tilted my head to see what was the matter?
I blinked and I stared, disbelief filled my face
And the next thing I knew, my heart started to race
For out of the haze there arose such a sight
A wizard emerging, with robes black as the night
He was ashy and dusty, but untouched by the fire
And it took just one look, I was filled with desire
Then he snorted and muttered and brushed his clothes clean
With fingers so graceful, so long and so lean
His long hair was black, a bit greasy and slick
And I knew in a moment, it wasn’t St. Nick
I found myself gazing, my mouth wide and agape
I could not believe it, he looked just like dear Snape!
He was dressed all in black, from his toes to his head
And I hoped in an instant we’d soon be in bed
Than rapidly out of those sweet lips there fell
A whole string of curses, "Dear Merlin, it’s hell!
"Damn Albus, Damn Potter, Damn that Weasley and Granger!
Damn Lupin, Damn Hagrid, could they act any stranger?"
We all should be practicing quite nasty curses
Instead those fools sit and sing holiday verses!
This inane Christmas cheer-oh it’s humbug I vow!
I’ve run away, run away, run away now!"
"Dear Madam, excuse me," he said with a bow
"I fear that I should introduce myself now."
"I’m Professor Snape, and, believe me, my dear-
Despite my fierce looks, you have nothing to fear."
"Oh, Severus, dear!", I replied with a wink
"I knew you at once-won’t you please have a drink?"
In an instant both glasses were filled to the brim
And he sat down beside me-it really was him!
"What’s the matter?" he asked, "do you not like the nog?"
"Well, really," I said, "I had hoped for a snog."
"Far be it from me to refuse your request."
And believe me, dear friends, he can kiss with the best!
The next morning found me, alone and bereft
For when I had wakened, he’d already left
But under the tree there were gifts wrapped with tape
And on all the tags were the words: "Love, from Snape"
I opened my parcels and gifts in a trice
The presents he’d left me were really quite nice<
But allow me to say, and I hope I’m not bragging
That the best gift of all was my Slytherin shagging
Merry Christmas to all!
Trisha (aka Veresna Ussep)
Trisha
- Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 16:42:37 (PST)
Hi guys! I hope you enjoyed Christmas and you will also have an excellent 2003! I decided to update my Alan Rickman Page with some DVD pics of Quigley Down Under. Come and enjoy our villain!
Stezi <alan-ric@alan-rickman.nlfoo>
The Netherlands - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 15:45:58 (PST)
Re. the Snape Xmas song, please give your credit to a wonderful fanfic writer, Veresna Ussep (anyone any good at anagrams?) who has rewritten several Christmas songs as well as the one quoted below! Here's a direct link, please read and review her, she's great! Oh, and her other stories are well worth a read too. Sorry if anyone thinks this is OT. But, well, tough! http://www.fanfiction.net/read.php?storyid=1102615
Rickfan37
Cheshire, UK - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 15:01:00 (PST)
HOLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA SOY DE ESPAÑA Y PIENSO QUE ALAN RICKMAN ES EL MEJOR ACTOR DE TODO LOS TIEMPOS ADEMAS DE SER EL MAS GUAPO. MUCHOS BESOS PARA TODOS Y EN ESPECIAL PARA ALAN. UNA FAN.
diana casdo <didisnape@eresmas.comfoo>
leon, spain - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 12:55:16 (PST)
Barbara TW - BRAVO! Thanks for brightening my day!
strega
- Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 11:01:29 (PST)
Hello All!
Hope you have had a nice Xmas, and hope you all have a super New Year.
I assume all the UKers know The Winter Guest is on telly sometime between now and new years on Channel 4...! That is all
flamingkitties <louise@bubbles16.freeserve.co.ukfoo>
- Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 09:20:23 (PST)
Well, I have to say that I have one the dearest, most indulgent friends in the world. I kept telling her that the one thing I wanted most for Christmas was Alan Rickman in a box. The day before Christmas, a package arrived from her and inside was a Snape action figure. "Well, I'll be dipped," I thought, "it really IS Alan Rickman in a box!" I'm still laughing over it!
Hope you all received equally entertaining gifts!
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 09:17:04 (PST)
From a mailing list:
Gee, I was going by Snape's office last night, and was quite surprised to hear him singing a Christmas Song -- guess he's really getting into the spirit, huh?
CASTING SPELLS (sung to the tune of "Jingle Bells")
(Sung by Snape)
Casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun it is to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun is it to hex
A Gryffindor a day
Slinking through the halls
With a sneer upon my face
The students hug the walls
Away from me they race.
Hearing students squeak
Because they're scared as h*ll
Oh, what fun it is to sneak
Behind them and to yell
Oh, casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun it is to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun is it to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
A day or two ago
That Potter brat did try
To sneak out of the school
With Weasley by his side.
I knew something was up
And so I cast a spell
It made his stupid cloak dissolve
And now he's mad as h*ll!
Oh, casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun it is to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun is it to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Longbottom is next
He's such an easy mark
I'll curse his stupid toad
That should break his heart.
And last of all you see
There's Granger, she will learn
Sometimes it's best to close your mouth
And not talk out of turn.
Oh, casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun it is to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Casting spells, casting spells
Cursing all the way
Oh, what fun is it to hex
A Gryffindor a day.
Barbara the Wallpaperer
- Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 09:12:26 (PST)
I have a sudden urge to see parts of Die Hard again...
A Happy 2003 to you all! May it contain many moments of delight watching, listening to and maybe even meeting Alan Rickman!
Hej Sarah! Ljudfilen är ett hopklipp från Die Hard. ;) He really has a wonderful voice.
Inger
Gothenburg, Sweden - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 07:49:15 (PST)
I wish you all a werry christmas !!! ;-) And a happy new year !!!
Kristina Gernetzki <TheBlackTruth@aol.comfoo>
Eibenstock, Germany - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 04:49:00 (PST)
Hallo !! Ich bin ein sehr großer Fan von Ihnen !!! Ich finde Sie machen in "Harry Potter" einen sehr fiesen aber dennoch sehr coolen Eindruck !! ;-) Könnten Sie mir sagen ob Sie auch in den nächsten Filmen zu "Harry Potter" noch mitspielen ? Ich würde mich freuen !!!
Kristina, Gernetzki <TheBlackTruth@aol.comfoo>
Eibenstock, Deutschland - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 04:46:44 (PST)
Hi Everybody, Merry Christmas! Barbara the Aussie - Bloomsbury have announced that Order Of The Phoenix will not be out in time to boost their 2003 profits. Since thier financial year begins in June, they they say they expect the book to be out "early in the 2004 fiscal year." So, no book for at least six more months!
Rickfan37
Cheshire, UK - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 02:09:40 (PST)
Merry Christmas to all! O/t Has anybody out there heard when the New HP book will come out? I thought it was to be out by Christmas? Also any news on who is to play Prof. Dumbledore???? I have got a good feeling 2003 is going to be the best yet!!!! Bye.
barbara the Aussie <hermione_3@hotmail.comfoo>
Gold Coast, Qld Australia. - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 01:45:23 (PST)
to the wonderful Suzanne, who keeps this site special and to all on the guestbook, Have a merry Christmas and a wonderful and prosperous New Year.
Anne
Anne <ahard73977@aol.comfoo>
Alexandria, VA USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 21:18:32 (PST)
We are having that Nor'Easter here in Maine too. It's time to stop looking out the window at my socked in driveway and put my new Dogma DVD in to watch on my new t.v. set. I just heard that wonderful Hans greeting!!!Made my night! Think I will have to watch Die Hard again this weekend!
Try08
Lewiston, Me - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 17:51:45 (PST)
A very happy Christmas to all, from New York City where we're having an old fashioned nor'easter, complete with heavy snow AND thunder! It's beautiful! I hope you're all enjoying the day, wherever you are.
Unfortunately, my speakers aren't working, so I'll have to wait to hear the new sound clip--could you leave it on for a few more days, please? It sounds wonderful from the reactions it's getting.
Let's hope the spirit of peace that this holiday symbolizes touches the hearts of our world leaders. Peace, joy, hope and comfort to you all throughout the year!
Gwenn
NYC, - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 14:54:38 (PST)
Merry Christmas Suzanne! I love the sound bite!! :-)
ES
UK, - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 14:42:49 (PST)
Happy Holidays, everyone! Now, my 2 cents-I think that it's absurd to think that Snape would fall in love with anyone, because he's probably been married for years. Maybe even has a kid or ten. Why hasn't this been mentioned in the books? Why would it have been? What would it have added to the plots? Plus, that would explain that thing that someone said, about it happening in the past. I love gossiping about fictional characters! Ta!
Ms Monger
- Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 14:02:05 (PST)
Merry Christmas! :o)
Logos
- Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 11:53:29 (PST)
Thanks for the big smile you put on my face this morning with the wonderful sound clip surprise. Peace, love, and understanding to everyone on this day and all that follow.
sonoma
U.S.A. - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 11:05:06 (PST)
Marry Christmas !! Die automatischen Übersetzungen sind einfach grauenvoll!!! Trotzdem wünschen ich allen Fans (da Mr. Rickmann lt. Angaben Sein Guestbook ohnehin leider nicht liest - oder liegt es an der Übersetzung???) ein gutes, gesundes und erfolgreiches Neues Jahr!! One of your greatest Fans!!!
Sabine
Deutschland - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 07:29:26 (PST)
Merry Christmas, everyone.
What a treat to log on after the Christmas carnage of the kid's this morning and hear Hans' dulcet tones. Now I can go pick up all that wrapping paper with smile. ;-)
Cindie
The clip is from *Die Hard*.
- Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 06:54:48 (PST)
I agree this new audio clip is terrific and wondered where it came from. Another Audio Clip I really enjoy is from AABA when Alan longingly asks "Don't you love me just a bit?" ...my heart just melts when I hear him ask that!
Laura
US - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 06:46:24 (PST)
Could someone tell me what Movie/Show the new Christmas Audio Clip is from? His voice is one of the most wonderful in the world.
Sarah
- Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 06:35:46 (PST)
The new audio clip is wonderful...a great surprise. Merry Christmas to everyone. Have a peaceful day.
Juliana
- Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 01:12:44 (PST)
Merry Christmas fellow Rickmaniacs! And a special *Hug* and *Thank You* to our very own Suzanne!
It has been wild and fascinating year with Mr. Rickman doing Private Lives in London and then bringing it here, to America. What a year 2002 has been! Poor 2003.... with such a tough act to follow! :~D LOL
Constance <madaboutron4@yahoo.comfoo>
Cary, NC USA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 21:08:35 (PST)
Merry Christmas to all GBers and FOFanciers out there...
FastFilm
Tinseltown, CA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 18:52:19 (PST)
"It's Christmas -- it's a time for miracles."
Wishing everyone here -- and my fellow FoFians MA, Renie, Cindie, Magda, Sandy, Chris, Alice, Diane and Jasmine -- the Happiest of Christmases and most Joyous of New Years!
Special regards, as always, to Georgiana, for all her research and willingness to share.
And finally, to Her Imperial Majesty, our Empress, Suzanne, a million happy (and grateful!) returns.
Barbara the Wallpaperer
- Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 11:57:08 (PST)
Merry Christmas Alan! Thank you for all you have given us through your artistry. Happy New Year! It's certainly not necessary to wish you a productive new year, I know you'll have that!
Alyssa
- Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 10:07:34 (PST)
Janine! Oh Lordy, I have to gather up my regal robes and float all the way to Australia, where the men will probably look up in sky and say, "What do we have here, a flying Sheila!", and then they'll aim their rifles at me. Great. Janine! A lot is two words, a lot is two words, a lot is two words...and Merry Christmas from the Queen of A Lot Similar.
Eleanor, HRH
- Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 09:58:42 (PST)
Merry Christmas and a Peaceful (God,Mr.Bush and Mr.Blair willing!!)and Happy New year to everybody at the GuestBook especially Suzanne. Glad so many of you got to see Private Lives in New York after we had so much fun in London. Lots of happy memories to look back on.
Sue
England - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 05:28:46 (PST)
Merry Christmas to a.r. and all the guestbook peeps. love robin
robin
northpole , outer blovlivia - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 05:12:06 (PST)
I haven't posted in awhile or read all the posts, but here are my thoughts on a few things: If Snape is NOT a vampire, JK Rowling sure is trying hard to make us believe he is. There are many, many clues in the books. Also, I know that selling autographs is big business for some people, and I don't care when they do it to other celebrities. But when they do it to Alan, it really bothers me. I guess because he is so generous and wants to please his fans so much. And also because I am one of the fortunate ones to have received his kindness many times and appreciate his effort and good intentions. I own many of his autographs, obtained in person and also by mail, and I don't take a single one for granted. I would not part with them for any amount of money because they have personal significance for me. I wish people would refuse to buy the Ebay items with his signature (some of them are fake) but I know there are new fans out there who simply don't know any better. As for fanfiction, I have read some stories myself. I don't like slash, but I have read some NC-17 Snape stories and I don't think they have anything to do with Alan. Snape is a fictional character. Some of the stories I read were terrible, while others were rather good. It makes me wonder why the talented writers don't create their OWN characters and write their own books. It seems a bit unfair to steal someone else's. A little off-topic: I recently saw The Two Towers and loved it, being a long-time Tolkien fan (25 years). I didn't notice similarities between AR and Faramir, but I did fancy Faramir and wondered why because I don't recall seeing that actor anywhere before. Merry Christmas to everyone and Ali-Pat is right... it did seem like Christmas all year for me too. Meeting Alan was the best present ever and I have memories that will last a lifetime.
Tami <tchapman@nd.edufoo>
Notre Dame, IN USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 22:46:45 (PST)
i have watched very few movies with AR and in each thought he was a great actor but it wasnt until Harry potter that i fell in love with him. i have read all the HP (harry potter) books many times and my fav person was snape before i ever saw the movie. when i saw Alan it was so wierd like i was transfixed i couldn't look away. i know he is an older man and that i am very young but he was sexy in some way to me. so my goal in life atleast for a wile will be to meet ALAN RICKMAN!
gabrielle <fleurs_sis_gabrielle_delacour@yahoo.comfoo>
north bend, or coos county - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 20:43:38 (PST)
I just want to agree with Rickfan and ES--I enjoy the fanfics that involve Snape but don't think of Snape as being Alan Rickman. Maybe when I picture the character in my head, he kind of looks like AR...But AR has played many different types of characters and has done enough interviews to show he is by no means interchangeable with Snape.
a Harry Potter fan (and AR fan)
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 18:28:04 (PST)
As someone who actually writes X rated Snape fic, I have to agree with ES. The Snape in my story is not canon, nor is he Alan. Yes, he sometimes has Alan’s face, and facial expressions, but my creation is mostly from my own head. And if JKR wanted to ban people writing about him, maybe she could start with those sickos who pair him with Harry, or Remus, or Sirius. Or raping underage schoolkids! As far as him having “no objective reality beyond the physicality of the body he inhabits, which is Rickman's”, I beg to differ. In my imagination, he does. And so he does in the imaginations of hundreds of people who have read my story. On the other hand, if people want to imagine Alan as Snape 100%, then I think he would be unsurprised. The man turns his sexuality on and off like a tap. He knows what he is doing and by all accounts is a consummate flirt when he wants to be. Oh, is that libellous? Sorry!
Rickfan37
Cheshire, UK - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 16:37:20 (PST)
Happy Holidays to all the Guest Book posters and readers. I hope all have a safe and hopefully stress free holiday season. On another note, a great big Thank You to all-without all your wonderful AR stories, I would never have had the nerve to book a trip to N.Y. to see Private Lives.It was one of the best vacations I ever had! I have enjoyed readng nd posting here all year. Thanks to Suzanne for hosting this wonderful site.
Troy08
Lewiston, Me - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 16:30:00 (PST)
Julia--I noticed that the writing on the blackboard was reversed, too. I guess I just thought that was yet another thing the young wizardlings were expected to learn--reading backwards. Or maybe that was the spell for reversing their critters backwards to their original state. I wonder if that was really a mistake or if they meant for it to be backwards?
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 15:57:36 (PST)
Ali-Pat thank you for the sign up I have enroled. So I hope people in Melbourne can role up as I do't want to be sitting near the window with my cleaning cloth and spatula all alone.
I would like a strawberry snape mint, odd looking yet simply delicious!
Merry Christmas or Seasons greetings to all my virtual friends here. I hope you all have a Happy and safe holiday. After a busy Xmas, I will spend New Years Eve in Tassie(translation Tasmania), so I wont be back online untill 7th Jan. I know that means alot of reading when I log back on, yet I will look forward to it. Let us hope for Peace on earth good will to all.
Janine
Melbourne, Vic Australia - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 15:01:24 (PST)
JK Rowling is the owner of the Snape character, and can legally block anyone writing stories about him. She has done it before. It is fine to say "if you don't like it, don't read it" One could say that about almost anything, including some pretty unsavory things that are illegal, and rightly so. I guess that my concern is the ethical aspect of it. I find it, at the least, disrespectful, and at the worst, a violation of Rickman's personhood. It is easy to say "it isn't him, it's Snape" but when I look at Snape, he has no objective reality beyond the physicality of the body he inhabits, which is Rickman's, and Rickman should, in my opinion, have some say about how his body is used and perceived when he is inhabiting a character of his own invention.....Snape and Rickman will always be intertwined in most Harry Potter fan's minds.
a concerned citizen
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 13:25:51 (PST)
Spoilers: I saw CoS yesterday. It was very different in tone than the first film, and I'm not sure I like that. The ending was really sappy, I thought. Branagh was good, and I really liked the way they handled the moving pictures. I loved the portrayal of the Burrow, too, and Ginny was quite capable. I even smiled a bit at the S&S reunion in this film. Robert Hardy, AR, Gemma Jones, and in the first film, the Fat Lady. Snape had some decent scenes. They were a bit longer this time around, which I appreciated. He's better when he has more to chew on! But as an arachnophobe, I had to huddle into my friends shoulder for almost 20 minutes and rely on her rather piece-y commentary. Thank god I'm not also afraid of spiders and rats, or else the whole movie would have been wasted! Did anyone else notice that in the scene where Prof. McGonnagoll talks about the Chamber, the film is reversed? You can tell by looking at the blackboards behind her; the writing is mirror image.
I've been having my own potions experiences lately. My mother's acupuncturist has been giving her what seems like wood shavings, so I've been brewing them into a tea for her. The house smells like rotten tea leaves, and the tea itself doesn't taste much better. It's so bitter that the aftertaste is sweet by comparison! But all the best potions taste foul, I'm told... I'm certainly beginning to understand why Severus is so sallow-skinned!I agree with Gwenn, I read a fair amount of fanfic about Snape, and I have my own ideas of what he would be like if he existed. In my mind's eye he resembles Alan facially, but in few other ways. I do not visualise him as "Alan in a cape". Therefore when I'm reading stories about him, x-rated or otherwise I'm not thinking about AR at all.
Alan is to me a seperate and completely different character, and I like him for a whole lot of different reasons. I don't think I could read anything x-rated that was written about Alan as himself. That I would find offensive. But that is just how I perceive it.
ES
UK, - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 12:34:06 (PST)
Concerned Citizen~ I don't know about other countries, but in America, unless you can prove that the material was designed SPECIFICALLY to slander or defame the person, there is no legal recourse. That's why libel and slander suits are so hard to win ~ there has to be some form of conspiracy to hurt the person, and the person must prove that it was premeditated. Since the fanfics weren't written to slander Mr. Rickman, and most of them are about Snape, there is nothing he or J.K. Rowling for that matter can do. Ethics are a whole different story...
Rickfan888
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 12:27:57 (PST)
People write X-rated stuff about Snape!!!???? How peculiar! I have never been near fan-fiction and have no intention either so I guess I cannot comment on the subject, except if you don't fancy it don't read it!!
Sue
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 11:26:06 (PST)
Uhhhh...I think I meant to say "involving Remus Lupin, for example, or Sirius Black." When I read my wording, I realized it looks like I am implying there are x-rated scenes involving both Lupin and Black, which is not what I meant to imply. Although, I am sure they are out there, lol.
Gwenn
NYC, - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 11:08:15 (PST)
I think the steamy fanfic discussion exemplifies the difference between the character and the actor . For example, there are plenty of x-rated scenes out there concerning Remus Lupin and Sirius Black, and we haven't even seen them embodied by actors yet.
Gwenn
NYC, - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 11:06:37 (PST)
Inger--don't worry, you haven't missed something. Either they meant Die Hard One, or they thought that he *is* in Die Hard Two, which he is not.
Snape's breath mint--CINNAMON! Nice and hot! ;-)
CG
USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 10:37:10 (PST)
a concerned citizen: I don't think AR minds what's being written about the characters he play in a NC-17 sort of way. I seem to recall one interview he gave where he said that he thought it strange that people would have fantasies about him, but in the end he had to remember that it was not HIM as a person but rather the image they had of him. Inger - I'm from Sweden too! Kul med lite landsfränder!
Sarah
Helsingborg, Sweden - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 10:22:45 (PST)
I wonder what Mr. Rickman thinks of the X rated fanfic concerning Snape? The thing {among many} I appreciate about FOF is the respect that it shows for Mr. Rickman. He plays people that are not HIM, but it is still his body, and I cannot help but wonder if he doesn't feel violated by the explicitness of some of it. Isn't there some sort of law about that, or is it just an ethical question? I would like to see this issue discussed in a respectful non inflammatory manner, as it might make provide food for thought. If we concede that many, but not all of us would like to shag Mr. Rickman {personally, I have to at least KNOW a person} can we bypass that particular topic of conversation?
a concerned citizen
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 10:16:31 (PST)
Wow, other Swedish admirerers of Rickman! But I didn't think AR was playing in Die Hard Two as well?! Have I missed something?
I've been too busy to visit this site for a while, but I tried to update myself some yesterday. There were lovely pictures from ES and Claudia, thank you, and I am looking forward to the Mac-version videoclips.
A Very Merry Christmas to you all! and thank's for a wonderful year full of AR-goodies!
Inger
Gothenburg, Sweden - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 10:06:35 (PST)
I almost forgot! Somebody down below spelled 'a lot' 'alot'! I have decided to be a kind and benevolent Queen of A Lot Similar, so here I come, floating down with my golden scepter. I whisper in your ear as you sleep....a lot is two words, a lot is two words, a lot is two words, OUCH! You little...
HRH Eleanor
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 10:02:21 (PST)
Hi Bruce, the Isle of Wight must be a weally liberal place if you feel comfortable being a teacher there and admitting your attraction to AR on the internet with your weal name, if that is your weal name. I've always thought it was strange how few men post here. Welcome Aboard!
Eleanor
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 09:54:44 (PST)
I love the suggestions for Snape flavors, particularly ginger. That one gets my vote. Now, if he were a Bertie Bott's Every Flavor breath mint, that opens up the field of possibilities even further, doesn't it?
Claire--the new photos are positively scrumptious! Who needs Christmas cookies when we've got treats like that to feast (our eyes) on? I've never seen the first one before--it's simply fantastic. And the two from Premiere are some of my favorites, particularly the 1995 one. At this time of year, I find that wrapping presents is just as good as window cleaning to work off that, um, extra energy. So...I'm off to wrap some more! Thanks again.
Wishing you all a very happy Christmas!
Gwenn
NYC, - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 08:24:07 (PST)
Hello, gang. Taking a break from wrapping gifts to wish you all an absolutely glorious holiday season! I feel like it has been Christmas all year. Seeing AR in person, discovering new films and recordings, getting to know new friends and fellow Rickmaniacs through this Guestbook--what else could a girl want? (Well, perhaps I could wish to find a release date for TSFJG under the tree).
Two more items of comment.
First off, anyone who is curious about the TV film Busted can read a very nice review of it hereon Fausta's site.
Secondly, have you all heard about the International Alan Rickman Meetup Day? Sounds like a lot of fun! I volunteer to organize the Dayton folks!
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 06:15:11 (PST)
I really think the bit where it says 'AR doesn't frequent the guestbook' should be in much bigger letters. And the AR bit. Where on earth did the Tom Felton fan come from? lol. How confusing. Anyway, chistmas is near, and hopefully some AR videos too. I won't be posting much over the next few days so i'll say Merry Christmas to everyone now. So, Merry Christmas!
Jizel
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 04:08:44 (PST)
Hi I am a teacher from a private school on the Isle of Wight. Retiring after 35 years!! I have also wondered what it would be like to sleep with Alan. I have been a fan and have a poster of him in my study, he is lovely. Best bit is when he played the baddie in Robin Hood. He was really scary.
Bruce Price <wincobruce@compuserve.comfoo>
- Monday, December 23, 2002 at 03:26:52 (PST)
Oh please. Don't even go there. The point of having a private life is to keep it private. I don't care what you want to imagine, just don't tell me about it....
a concerned citizen
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 22:30:29 (PST)
Is there anyone reading this GuestBook who has not fantasized about what it would be like to sleep with Alan? I thought not.
Just Wondering
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 22:16:17 (PST)
How 'bout those breath mints called "Icy Hot" His stare is Icy but he is HOT
Janno
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 22:12:31 (PST)
A Concerned Citizen, the Snape dolls do all look pregnant! It's crazy. The one they put out after the first movie, where he has some potion bottles and a 'stone' with him, looks especially pregnant. It's wearing maternity robes!
If Snape were a breath-mint he'd be cinnamon 'cause damn! that man's hot! Hee-hee
Gonna go read everyone else's breathmint responses, now.
Brit <britty77@joplin.comfoo>
Missouri USA - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 20:05:39 (PST)
Snape a breath mint? I'll have to think on that one!! :-)
CG
USA - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 16:38:09 (PST)
Hi Alan, probobly you are not the one who is answering this but I like to say that you are the actor witch I like to se more of. You have a performens skill that you are "one of the kind at" at least for me. I love your roll in Harry potter as Snape and in Die Hard as Hans Gruber. I´m a guy in the middelage (53) and have seen a lot of films and would to meet you some day before I past away. My best regards a Merry Cristmas and a Happy New Year Kent ahlberg
Kent Ahlberg <kent@akosoft.nufoo>
Täby, STHLM Sweden - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 14:59:03 (PST)
Wow... I just saw Die Hard Two... Not that I haven´t seen it before :) But its realy one of the best action movies ever done... And Alan is realy GREAT :D Well. Take care everyone! ///Sweden
Isabel <bellasommerfeld@hotmail.comfoo>
Stockholm, Sweden - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 14:47:43 (PST)
ginger flavoured. hot.hot.hot
Superwitch
UK - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 13:55:07 (PST)
Flavor breath mint?--Cinnamon--hot with just enough sweet to make you yell for MORE!
Claudia
GA US - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 13:50:42 (PST)
Thanks Christine. Feeling a lot better now! The thing about posting is, I'd rather only post when I've got something to say. Since I'm usually the last person to find anything out, that isn't too often. Never mind! Kind of killed off that thread, anyway... Happy Xmas to all if I don't post before wednesday Kerry xxxx
Kerry <kerry.wall@ntlworld.comfoo>
Coventry, UK - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 13:46:25 (PST)
Your site is great. I just happened to have a moment to surf the net and came across it. Thanks 4 the good informations I have found on your site. Many Greetings
Connor Nackt
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 13:21:28 (PST)
But too much liquorice'll make you...uh...ill! Maybe he'd be aniseed - an aquired taste that you either love or hate.
ES (who wanted to say squitty but thought better of it)
UK, - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 13:18:40 (PST)
Constance, don't feel bad, my queries are never answered either. "I'm glad you're back". Merry Christmas to all, and a happy new year. Next thought for discussion "If Snape were a breath mint, what flavor would he be?" I vote for licorice. Like the real stuff, {licorice, that is} he can make your blood pressure climb! Why do the toy Snapes always look pregnant? He didn't look the least bit chubby in the movie....
a concerned citizen
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 12:02:04 (PST)
Hello Everyone! Hope all are well and ready for the Holidays!
Just back from Claire's site and dropping more *Spatulas* over her choice of pics. Thank you, Claire! How do you do it?( I ask this of her at least 6 times a year and have yet to recieve an answer. When I die, I will ask God the very question, along with... why mosquitos?)LOL Just kidding dear!
I did have a question: one of the lovely pics is from something called Busted. Does anyone know anything about this production? For TV? Theatre or film? Has anyone her seen it? I have never heard of it.
Well, that's all for now.............
Constance (still thawing out....) <madaboutron4@yahoo.comfoo>
Cary, NC USA - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 11:30:16 (PST)
u played the rule so well that sometimes when i saw u on the sceen i was really afraid
sonja <eninemgirl4747@sms.atfoo>
- Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 09:19:26 (PST)
I was just visiting and noticed discussion on Professor Snape being a vampire... is this part of some kind of fanfic you are talking about? For what it's worth ( and I'm sure you aren't interested in my opinion but I'll give it anyway ) I couldn't think of anything worse. I hate vampires.. and they are much much too evil to be associated in any way with Snape. He's a dark fella I'll admit, but I simply couldn't see him ripping someones throat out. Leave the poor bugger alone.
Sarah <sarah63@iprimus.com.aufoo>
Brisbane, QLD Australia - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 06:44:50 (PST)
Snape is really the Metraton, with missing bits and is therefore unable to consumate earthly..desires!lol This is my 2nd combined AR character effort what about some other efforts? (Yes I know about Flights of Fancy yet .... just short fun ideas).
Snape's mother was a witch and his father a Vampire, or vica versa as the witches hat had the stuffed vampire.lol.
Eleanor I did post my email about March, and if you/people wish to contact me for off/on topic things I am only to happy to hear from anyone. The nice thing about this GB is that alot of the HP sites involve people younger than I. Yet I do not mind if people are old or young for kindred is OK. So I feel that AR interest is a good measure of taste. I know there are other GB yet I like the characters here. I don't think you mean to send people away Magda yet I think at such a busy time of year people get sensitve so I am glad you and ES sorted it out for such cowards as myself who would have just gotten all sooky and sensitive. Then have gone back to lurking around here.
Janine (feeling tired yet that is what sleep apnea does to a person)
Melb, Vic Aust - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 06:30:26 (PST)
OK Magda, I'm sorry if you didn't mean it how it sounded. I've no wish to upset anyone so close to Christmas, so I'll take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and New Year. Take Care.
ES
UK, - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 04:33:17 (PST)
(snicker) Snape is a breath mint!
Claudia
GA US - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 01:01:54 (PST)
ES, what exactly did I say that was so terrible? I simply pointed out that there are many other sites devoted to a particular topic; what is there in that to offend anyone? The Snape-is-a-vampire-no-Snape-is-a-breath-mint discussion has been going on for months all over the Internet. If people are really into that, then wouldn't they want to find out more about it?
Magda
Canada - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 16:38:26 (PST)
Thanks, Claire (blush).
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 16:37:19 (PST)
Address deleted.
Tom Felton? I think you made a wrong turn, Roberta.
Suz (D.o.C.)
Child, don't you know better than to post your address on the internet? I am sure that your parents would not approve. Could someone remove that bit of the post? I would rather hear another "snape in love" or "Snape the snake" or "Snape the vampire" than arguing. Not that anyone asked my opinion....
a concerned citizen
- Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 15:54:17 (PST)
hi tom felton,my name's roberta ciccarelli.my everyone likes you very much and you are so nice,you want to become my friend?you can give me your address?mine is: *-*-*-* kiss napoli
roberta <dario553@interfree.itfoo>
napoli, italia bagnoli - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 14:25:17 (PST)
Magda, I hate to say this, but that is pretty grouchy. This GB is open to all topics AR-related as you have frequently pointed out, even to me. We've recently been told to butt-out on the humour front, and several of us "newbies" have been left feeling pretty unwelcome. Please leave everyone something to talk about. Nothing personal, but this place can be very stifling, and newcommers are getting scared off. Like it or not Alan chose to play Snape and therefore this GB should welcome those who love the character as much as all his others. Discussing where that character might lead is as related to Alan as any here.
Again, nothing personal, but I think your comment was a little unneccesary.
ES
UK, - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 13:26:26 (PST)
Funny you should be talking about AR's autograph. According to today's Evening Mail:
"A man has admitted selling fake autographs of film stars including Roger Moore and Kate Winslett during a show at the National Exhibition Centre. Dealer Larry Bore originally denied all charges over supposedly autographed pictures which also included Helena Bonham-Carter, Emma Thompson and actor Alan Rickman.
The pictures had certificates of authenticity or stickers 'guaranteeing' the signatures were genuine and were on sale for up to £70 each on Bore's Hollywood Store stand at a memorabilia show at the NEC in November 2000. But during an earlier hearing Warwick Crown Court heard the stars had confirmed they were not theirs.
At a pre-trial review hearing at Warwick Crown Court Bore, 46, of Bury, Lancs, changed his pleas to guilty on 14 charges of applying false trade descriptions. But Bore continues to deny further charges of obtaining and attempting to obtain money by deception from the sale of the fake signatures. Judge Martin Coates adjourned the case and Bore was granted bail."
I don't want to sound Grinchy just a few days before Christmas but there really are better sites to discuss the character Snape and what Rowling might have planned for him in future books.
Magda
Canada - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 13:02:40 (PST)
Ugh, crud on the typos. Fingers can't keep up sometimes.
Gigi
- Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 12:13:25 (PST)
I'm glad someone finally mentioned it - I was a bit too apprehansive to do so - but while watching The Two Towers , I also couldn't put from my mind the fact that Faramir did remind me of AR, though I couldn't quite put my finger on why. Something . . .
I find the dicussion on the possibility of Snape being a vampire somewhat interesting, but I must admit that I would be disappointed if he in fact turned out to be a blood sucker. Too predictable, and it certainly would detract from him as a complex character. Why can a character not be dark, brooding, and secretive for his or her own sake? I find Snape far more interesting because he has his own enigmatic personality traits, rather than those trite traits commonly associated with the literary vampire.
Curious that JKR is somewhat familiar (?) with the current fanfic circulating the net. Having said that, I am vastly grateful that she allows such fanfic to be posted - other writers, such as Anne Rice, have since vetoed any fanfic based on their characters. What with the torturous wait for the next book, it's a godsend for those of us who must have a small Snape fix, albeit not a legitimately trademarked one. Write on, fearless Snape fanfic writers!
Gigi
- Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 12:10:56 (PST)
For those of you who login in QUIET places (Ali Pat!!) please note the No Sound Alan Rickman Picture Page > has moved home and re book mark accordingly. The original remains in the same place.
Claire
- Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 10:30:28 (PST)
Kesyer--glad you enjoyed The Two Towers ! I thought it was excellent myself. Now that you mention it, Faramir is slightly similar to The Man. I never noticed that until you mentioned it, but you're right.
Superwitch--ahh, yes, a bite or two from Snape wouldn't be so bad. I don't really want him to be a vampire, but AR playing a vampire would be nice. And yes, Angel is quite a goregeous vamp, isn't he? Love the flowing trenchcoat, the black hair. Similar to Snape in a way. Interesting observation.
CG
USA - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 08:20:44 (PST)
Hi, This is my 2nd time writing to you guys. This is a truly well thought out and well put together website. Recently I had to do a school report on my favourite actor (Alan Rickman *duh*) I got most of my info from this site and ended up getting a 100 on the report!! I was so happy. So here's to knowing that while posting info and pictues of the most gorgeous, most interesting, funniest, coolest, actor on the planet, you've helped out a fourteen-year-old girl (yes, I said 14) ,who just cant get over The GREATEST ACTOR IN THE WORLD. I've bid my heart and Alan Rickman has won it. I just wish that he wasn't so much older than I and didnt have a GF because "For once in my life I would have something pure!Will you stop interfering!!!" Thank you. Oh and by the way if you are ever in St. Louis and you see a small girl wearing a tee-shirt that says "ALAN RICKMAN IS GOD" WITH A BIG PIC OF HIM ON IT, THAT BELONGS TO ME!
Sasha <www.amberr@hotmail.comfoo>
St. Louis, MO USA - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 07:34:21 (PST)
vampire theme: well i'm not averse to a bite or two. Snape would be a devastatingly wonderful vampire, and i must say the arguments seem quite compelling. it would also explain his look during the Quidditch scenes when i thought that he had rather alot of makeup on. it is quite noticeable - humph - and not unattractive either in a gothic way.
Angel (David B)from Buffy spinoff is a very gorgeous vampire - not a million miles away from Snape. has struggled with very dark past and it's guilt. 'Angel' is about atonement, redemption. is broody, dark and has long flowing coat. he drinks animal blood from a fridge because he longer wants to harm humans either drinking or killing. he now saves innocents.
so sorry about italics. i realize the mistake i kept making. that was a long time ago though....since i posted.
Superwitch
UK - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 06:22:57 (PST)
Sorry to have to post again...but I do hope to have Quicktime files of all the videos for all our Mac users sometime next month.
Claudia
GA US - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 05:51:39 (PST)
Good Morning, Folks. I just wanted to let you know the video page (which has evolved into a site) is back up and running. All videos are downloadable and will have to be downloaded in order to view.
Everyone please have a safe and wonderful Christmas
Claudia
GA US - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 05:43:38 (PST)
For someone who doesn't post very often, Kerry, you certainly contributed words of wisdom. Good post. Feelin' better?
Christine
USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 20:15:12 (PST)
I saw The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers today (good film, I enjoyed it a lot and I'm not one of the JRR Tolkien faithful fans) and took special notice of David Wenham, the actor who plays Faramir. He doesn't look like Rickman but he did remind me of him. You can see what he looks like on the web page -
David Wenham page on One Ring Net
Keyser <keyserfankf@netscape.netfoo>
USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 19:47:43 (PST)
Well, not exactly free, you will have to put a stamp on it.
Linda
NJ USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 19:02:04 (PST)
Hi everyone, Just wanted to comment on the ebay/autograph thread. It makes me mad that people sell his autograph on Ebay. And it makes me even madder when people sell what they think is his autograph. I met him this summer and was fortunate enough to get his autograph for me and my children. Some of the autograph photos they are selling on Ebay are fake. The signatures don't match. I am sure it makes him upset to know that people are cashing in on his generosity. I would suggest that if you want his autograph, send him a letter, he will give you one for free.
Linda
NJ USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 19:00:53 (PST)
alas though, all these theories, and this darned book isn't even set to be released yet. Darn J.K, she's killing us all with the suspense! WOuldn't it be a bummer if she decided to totally leave Snape OUT of the book! But I don't think she is stupid, I think she knows darned well about us fans. I have a feeling this is going to be Snape's big book..
Kim the Vampire
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 18:24:13 (PST)
Hey! I know its been discussed. I have read the board though I don't really comment that often. But every time i see those rumours doing the rounds YET AGAIN it makes my blood boil. It really really ANNOYS ME!!!!!! I'm all upset now. (sobs.) Well, not really. But I just don't see what its got to do with anything.
Kerry <kerry.wall@ntlworld.comfoo>
Coventry, UK - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 18:23:17 (PST)
Okay guys. I somehow somewhere DID read that there IS GOING to be a Snape relationship in the future, but there is that one catch. It's a past relationship with Lily, i am sure you have all heard of this one. But man, SOMEWHERE I have seen something like this confirmed! (basicly) I heard something along the lines of "Snape isn't going to fall in love with anyone now, but in the past maybe" and I totally would LIKE to see the Snape/ Lily thing follow through. But you know what, I think Snape SHOULD fall in love. I mean, he deserves it! He works his sexy butt off for nothing! And look at this legion of fans, he could have any girl he pleased! But he is the kind of gentlemen who wouldn't just pick ANY girl! I wish he would find a young, pretty red headed DADA teacher...who ALSO has a taste for blood...namley...me....(except I don't support the vampire Snape very much..)
Kim the Vampire <kim_the_vampire@hotmail.comfoofoo>
Edmonton, Alberta Canada - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 18:22:12 (PST)
Not only does it not matter, it has been discussed approximately three thousand times already on this guestbook. Maybe the newcomers could read the archives to see their questions/concerns answered. There is still a "search" function, isn't there?
a concerned citizen <its nice to have someone tell me Im amazing at least once a dayfoo>
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 18:08:00 (PST)
I don't think AR is gay, I think he is a very private person which he has every right to be. He has made a point in interviews of stating that "When I am acting Hamlet, and I see a young woman in the audience wearing a Truly, Madly, Deeply T-shirt, there is a clash of realities." The point is partly that if you know everything about the actor, there is no suspension of disbelief. In any case, if he were gay, what has Rima Horton been doing with him for the last thirty years? Posing as an escort? I doubt it. And, presumably if he were gay he would have had gay relationships. Since these rumours have been around that long, anyone who had had a gay relationship could have sold their story for bucketloads of cash. The absence of such kiss and tells could lead to two conclusions: 1) that AR has been very discreet and very lucky or 2) no such relationhip has ever taken place. I don't need to point out which is more plausible. Just a couple more points, before I sound all preachy; any true fan surely respects AR's right to do whatever he wants with whoever he wants without having to offer up an explanation? And finally, DOES IT REALLY MATTER ANYWAY????!!!! Even if you fancy the guy like crazy!!!!
Kerry <kerry.wall@ntlworld.comfoo>
Coventry, UK - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 18:00:36 (PST)
Oh myyyyy, Bettina from arexperience posted this to the group this afternoon and asked me to post it to yall. Thanks, Bettina!
Claudia
GA US - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 17:30:35 (PST)
Regarding the J.K. Rowling "Snape doesn't fall in love and you will know why" interview???Does anyone have the link for that. I have never read that before and I check a couple of HP sites every day. They post the up to the minute news and the truly obscure news and everything in the middle. Would like to read that article. I still hope he does NOT turn out to be a vampire. That would really turn me off.
Troy08
Lewiston, Me - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 15:22:26 (PST)
Yesterday I also received an illegal copy of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and to brighten up the Christmas spirit I've updated my Alan Rickman page with nice and great pictures of Alan as Prof. Snape. They are almost DVD quality. Come and enjoy! About Alan being gay: HE IS NOT!!!!
Stezi <alan-ric@alan-rickman.nlfoo>
The Netherlands - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 15:11:17 (PST)
Must agree with Gwenn on the subject of the autographs. And "I smell eBay?" LOL. The man certainly has a mind.
I also agree that Snape will not fall in love. It doesn't seem the type of thing for him to do, and since JKR has said it, then I believe it. Barbara TW, I must agree with you. I love the Darkness and Light trilogy, and even though Snape won't fall in love, I appreciate the books and they're my favorite Snape novels. I'm glad you like them, too.
Tex, welcome! Galaxy Quest is one of my favorites, and I'm such a big fan of Star Trek I also got quite a hoot. :-)
CG
USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 14:58:08 (PST)
Love your website - wondered about the man behind the accent. I like his stuff - I think he's a good actor. No love life for Snape huh? Well, it IS a children's series...so I guess that makes sense, although I must admit I was *blushing* happy to see him play the role of Snape - made reading w/my daughter MUCH more interesting. *Ahem* Does anyone else like Galaxy Quest? I really loved that movie...I'm an old fan of Star Trek & got a "hoot" out of it - why didn't it do well? Bye Ya'll! Tex
Tex
TX USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 14:10:01 (PST)
Snape's Love Life
JK Rowling is, reportedly, rather bemused by the proliferation of fan fiction which gives Snape a love life. In one interview, she says that Snape will not "fall in love" with anyone and, once we all know what she knows, we won't be surprised.
Which I thought was terribly interesting -- although it hasn't hurt my appreciation for RJ Anderson's Maud Moody stories:
http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php?action=profile&id=277
Barbara the Wallpaperer
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 13:31:26 (PST)
Lol. "I smell Ebay" ? Mauhahaha. The man once said he was hopeless without a script - he lies. That made me laugh.
Jizel
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 13:06:45 (PST)
Completely and totally off topic: I got "Big Night Out" in the mail yesterday. That's the book for which Beatie Edeny (LLD) wrote a story that Alan illustrated. The proceeds go to War Child. While I have to say that his illustrations are lacklustre to say the least, there is another mention of our man in a story called "The Cruise" by Ben Hatch. It mentions that the couple go on a whale watching excursion in the same boat as AR used when he attended Bill Gates' 40th Birthday cruise to Alaska. Which of course, brings me to the next point on my "things to eventually ask Alan" list: how/why did he get such an invitation?
Julia <j_petrov@hotmail.comfoo>
Calgary, Canada - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 12:57:17 (PST)
No he is not gay. Not telling how I know, although it is from observation only and not any lurid, illicit incidents. He is a shy private man who has chosen to share his love with one woman.
anon
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 12:36:51 (PST)
**Entry contains some HP spoilers** I don't know if Snape is a vampire or not, but the argument that Dumbledore wouldn't put a vampire in charge of small children doesn't make much sense when you figure that Lupin was a werewolf, Quirrel had Voldemort sticking on the back of his head, and Hagrid is a half-giant. The man believes in second chances. Perhaps there is some potion that could make him a harmless vampire (Like the wolfesbane potion for Lupin), he is after all the potions master. Another good theory is that since vampires are so sensitive to the sun, Snape has to wear some sort of "supersunscreen", which is why he is always greasy. Also, we have met most of the creatures JK has mentioned in the books (giants, dragons, hags, mermaids, dementors, the DADA creatues, and the boggart who turned into a banshee and a mummy) but we have yet to meet a vampire ~ or so we think. Perhaps he has been under our nose the whole time? And why does JK call Sev "batlike" all the time? Why did Lupin assign a vampire essay and mention it in front of Snape just after Snape assigned the werewolf essay? Also, Snape used to be a deatheater, and Voldemort tries to get all the dark creatures on his side~and aren't vampires dark creatures? JK showed some news person a picture she sketched of Snape, and he looked like a vampire, with the high-collared cape and everything. I hope he's not...but there are some things that raise questions. I myself will just wait until JK explains everything, and I'm sure it'll be great. I hope he falls in love with a female DADA teacher. Wouldn't it be the sweetest thing ever? Lonely Snapey finally finds a woman....*sigh* I know this doesn't have mucht to do with AR, but I wouldn't be nearly so obsessed with Snape if it weren't for Alan. Thanks for this guestbook, it is great!
Rickfan888
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 12:36:35 (PST)
If I remember correctly, I think he also called the suspected e-bay person a "creep" after the guy had skulked away. Or, at least, someone did.
I think we ought to beware of people selling autographed items. The point of getting an autograph is so that you can cherish it yourself--not to sell it. I realize that sometimes people need to part with beloved items so as to raise some cash, but there are an awful lot of such items out there. I believe he takes the time to autograph for fans because he thinks it's really going to mean something to them. I'm sure he'd object to his signature being re-sold for profit. Who wouldn't? After all, think of all those nights he could have gone home and crashed an hour earlier, instead of signing autographs and chatting at the stage door.
Gwenn
NYC, - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 12:11:47 (PST)
Thank you Lily, I enjoyed reading your posts as well. Though I still check in to read, I don't have that much to say. I'm hoping when Love Actually comes out I'll be re-inspired. I'm not obsessed with AR anymore, but I'm still interested, I just need some new material...
Cynthia
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 12:08:38 (PST)
So as not to appear crass, I need to point out that the items offered to me for purchase were NOT autographs or photos but books and films. AR has indeed cast a jaundiced eye on people who approach him with multiple copies of things to sign purely for their own profit. I recall an incident reported from the PL stage door this spring when he was asked to sign a dozen or so programs for the same person. His utterance then was, "I smell eBay."
(beg pardon for jumping in on this--it's the Hermione in me)
Ali-Pat
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:36:39 (PST)
Lee, what did he say to the ebay people?
Jizel
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 10:11:05 (PST)
Lee, I have gotten those emails out of thin air also, usually right after I have expressed a wish to find some item. I have come to the conclusion that they are from either a GB lurker or a GB poster who wishes to remain anonymous. My policy is to check the item out, and if it seems legit and is within my price range, make a bid. Seems mutually beneficial, and I do not feel exploited by it.
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 09:00:36 (PST)
I just got an e-mail from someone asking if I'd be interested in any of her "Alan Rickman items" on ebay. For a split second I pictured toenails, etc.; but I also recalled AR's comments to the ebay autograph seekers outside the theatre. Is there a consensus of opinion among the GBers as to how to respond to such unsolicited e-mails?
Lee
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 08:45:30 (PST)
House elf (now who could that be?)--that's it! Thanks for leading me to the cite. I can't believe that in all the time I spend on this glorious website I have never noticed the Search box before. Well, it's the details I'm good at, not the blindingly obvious... Thanks also to Lily. I already knew about the IMDb entry, but I appreciate your desire to help. :o>
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 07:37:55 (PST)
Snape a vampire? When's he get time to be a vampire? When he's not teaching those rotten kids, he's spying on Voldemort and trying to save Harry from killing himself (yes he is). So the only time the poor guy's got left for sleeping is at night which means he'd go hungry. (On top of that his teeth'd let him down). Then there's the unliklihood of Dumbledore putting a vampire in charge of small children, and the fact he can't get in and out of Hogwarts by conventional magical methods to go in search of victims.
I suppose he does dress like one, and he does have a love of all things gothic, but no, rest assured he's not about to suck anyone's blood. Of course, JKR's Severus Snape might turn out to be one, but the real thing - he's just a misunderstood kinda guy with a love of black.
ES
UK, - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 07:05:41 (PST)
I must say Alan Rickman has this incredible X-factor.Let's just say I actually started noticing him after watching Prof Snape in Philospher's Stone!The thing about whether or not he's gay-it never crossed my mind.
valerie
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 05:13:27 (PST)
Alan Rickman is my god! Next to kevin Smith, that is. If I could meat Alan Rickman, I'd ... well... dunno what I'd do. I LOVE ALAN RICKMAN!
Susan <Sweety4446@aol.comfoo>
Reisterstown, MD USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 04:32:48 (PST)
I'm a huge fan of Alan, but for real; what's up with this rumour; IS HE GAY ? Does anybody have proof to that? Let’s face the facts; he isn't exactely open about his private life. No one really knows anything about his (supposedly) girlfriend RH. And when he's appearing in one-on-one scenes with women (lovely he's great,) but it doesn’t come across naturally', I read some posts on this site –rickman fans claiming they agree on this........... do you guys have any proof concerning this, or does it stay with rumours??
megan <supermegan1982@yahoo.co.ukfoo>
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 04:30:15 (PST)
but you wouldn't mind being his first victim, now would you ladies?
Jizel
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 02:38:20 (PST)
HEEELLLLPPPP! I've just realized that I'm a huge fan in a really ODD way too!! LOL... My friend's neice (she's all of seven) was saying how much she loves AR...and I began to think of him in every rold I've seen him in and thought...'and a little child shall lead them!'...heehee...she had great taste. I love this site and all the chat and posts going on in this guestbook. Isn't the net a God-send for getting together over things like this. And wowww...I'm SO going to pay attention to that man's hands...I'm a hands kind of gal so I can't believe I missed that! Well, maybe I didn't on some level. Okay enough foaming at the mouth. I am of course purely fascinated by AR's talent and intellect as well as a lovely gift which he works so hard at bringing across, and that's all...really!! (RIGHT SURE!!!)...LOL.. Hugs to all from NYC! Chatty me!
Chattygal <whatishelike@yahoo.comfoo>
New York, NY USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 00:01:36 (PST)
I am one who DOESN'T think Snape should end up as a vampire, but I am VERY fond of the whole "he's gonna fall in love with the new female DADA teacher" or "he was once in love with Lily Potter." those are good theories, it would be great to see them played out. But J.K will probably suprize us all... So, no Snape as vampire, BUT Alan Rickman as vampire in Anne Rice movie. Done!
kim the vampire <kim_the_vampire@hotmail.comfoo>
edmonton, canada - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 20:57:41 (PST)
Ali-Pat, perhaps this will help. The IMDb lists "The Billy Elliot Boy" (2001)(TV) in the UK, running 50 minutes. It is described as a documentary recording "Jamie Bell's progress from unknown schoolbory to award-winning star of 'Billy Elliot'." Credited cast includes Russell Crowe; rest of cast, using "archive footage," includes Albert Finney, Hugh Grant, Goldie Hawn, David Letterman, Haley Joel Osment, AR, and more.
Nice to see some re-appearances here--Marialis, Mortianna, Cynthia of Calif. (whose entries were always a good read). But Constance has gone missing since the storm of weeks ago. Also, Cyndi of Calif.'s knack for satire is missed by me, for one.
Lily
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 16:44:48 (PST)
Strega--must give a large THANK YOU for the Vampire Theory link. I have been wondering for ages and hoping for some possible proof...thanks again! :-) Would love to hear ES's theory...
CG
USA - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 16:01:03 (PST)
Snape as a vampire????EYEW!!!!EYUCK!!! I don't really think so. We already have a werewolf and a half giant. Adding a vampire is to Anne Riceish. Mysterious, yes, enigmatic,yes, perplexing most definately, thats our Snape, but I hope the bats(and the vampires) stay in the belfrey. Shades of Dark Shadows(campy 60's t.v. series about a vampire)for all who may not understand the reference.
Troy08
Lewiston, Me - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 15:57:00 (PST)
Ali-Pat, try "Billy Elliot" in the Search box on the homepage here. It came up with several hits, including January 2002 in the GB archives. Then you have to scan the whole month's worth of posts for your search subject. Jan. 8, 10:28 is the one I found. You'll have to search the other months yourself if you want anything more. Happy hunting.
house-elf
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 15:22:14 (PST)
Link fixed. And FOUR sets of Italic errors further down the page .. Superwitch PLEASE be careful !!
Claire
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 14:15:44 (PST)
Okay, sorry. That link is The Vampire Theory . If this doesn't work, I give up.
strega
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 13:28:34 (PST)
Verena, the vampire info The Vampire Theory . from I truly hope my attempt at posting a link works properly. If not, my apologies to all! I know this subject is not everyone's cup of tea, but I do see inklings of the vampire theory in AR's performance, so I beg indulgence.
strega
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 13:16:26 (PST)
oh my god, so many posts... Please,I have no time to read all, so could one of you PLEASE (again ;) tell me something about this ..thing "Snape is/could be a Vampire"???? Where do you have this ...no idea..rumour? (It doesn´t sound like this...) thx vee
verena
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 11:51:00 (PST)
Georgiana:
Where are you?? I miss your posts. Please come back and save us. That would be a wonderful Christmas present to the GB, if you ask my humble opinion.
Mesmer's Patient
USA - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 10:22:50 (PST)
I am sure we could fit Alan into one of Anne Rice's movies, if she ever decided to make another one. Alan could play marius or Magnus, it would be great! He would fit the part so well!
kim the vampire
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 10:12:26 (PST)
Yeah, i heard all that stuff about Snape being a Vampire, and JK ROwling has some pretty good evidence of it. Man, I just gotta say us Harry Potter fans are quite genious, figuring all these things out. Problem is I dont really support that theory, though I should. I mean though if there was a new vampire movie coming out, I would love Alan to play in it!
kim the vampire
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 10:10:35 (PST)
first thing eleanor they're mother needs to confess that she beleives that Jesus Christ died on the cross for her sins and rose again on the third day and whosoever believes in him though they were dead yet they shall live. and she needs to be baptized. same goes for her kids. Just let the Lord take care of the rest. and that my dear is the best advice you will find anywhere. Sorry about your loss I lost my brother the day after Christmas 4 years ago he was 40. I feel comforted knowing he's in heaven partying it up i'm sure, while we're down here miserable. love you, robin
robin
ocala, fl - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 10:08:56 (PST)
Kim, some HP fans speculate Snape is indeed part vampire (think half-giant Hagrid). They reference Snape's appearance, the fact that JKR describes him as "bat-like", his intuitiveness, the name Severus Snape could be a clue (think sever/cut nape/neck). It's thought Snape's hair is greasy because he uses a potion that allows him to appear in daylight (Quidditch match). HP BOOK 3 SPOILER -- After Snape assigned a werewolf essay so students would figure out Prof Lupin's identity; Lupin immediately assigned a vampire essay and made sure Snape knew it. Also JKR told AR information about Snape to help him in his portrayal - - which is somewhat vampiresque, in my opinion. This might be a bunch of bunk, but it's fun regardless. I’m interested to hear ES’s opinion on this one.
strega
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 09:54:58 (PST)
thanks for the info on the People magazine, I will try to find that issue! Anyways, I watched To Kill A Mocking Bird again today, and once again I couldnt shake the resemblence to Alan's and Gregory's voice! But, I wont bring that up again. I wish People magazine would do an article and Alan, I would LOVE that! Well, keep on woshing, I say! One more thing, Alan is the best Snape ever, but I think Alan could do a GREAT vampire!!! It would be awesome! Once againb, though, keep dreaming...
kim the vampire
edmonton, ab canada - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 09:22:31 (PST)
I have really been enjoying the analysis and insight into Billy Elliot. Thanks! I remember seeing and loving the film when it first came out, but I had forgotten many of the details until last night's encore viewing. I also found the mini-documentary on the DVD interesting (not to mention the nano-second glimpse of AR).
(Still attempting to verify the print or recorded source of AR's comments about the film, however!)
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 05:13:07 (PST)
A lot of plonk, i should think, Juliana. He deserves it for working so hard this past year. Anyway, the main topic of this post is for something i found in the tv mag. The Winter Guest will be on new years eve on channel four at something ridiculous like half past midnight, so you might want to have a goose at your magazine to check i've got the times right.
Jizel
- Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 04:14:53 (PST)
I wonder what AR is getting for Christmas..........
Juliana
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 20:47:52 (PST)
Hello everyone.O/T Janine , from Melbourne, I think Edward and Tim OR Peter Woodward, his sons, would be good for the Crouch Father and son! What a team they would all make! I have had a read of Ruby Wax's book and cried and laughed at the same time. Some interesting things about AR and RH at the end of the book too. Photo's a good also. I hope everyone here has a Great Christmas & all the best for 2003! P.S. Oh Con. Brandon is on on Sunday, Ch Ten I think, 8.30pm!!! I really love this one! Bye.
Barbara the Aussie
Gold Coast, Qld Australia. - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 18:48:36 (PST)
Dear Marialis thank you. Your clear and well-adjusted romantacism has refined a rather busy life at the moment and I do appreciate it. I will take five, and have some croissants in some more French ambiance. Now where can we volunteer as award stand in?
My husband lost his Mum when he was young and could only watch bits of Billy Elliot. Our son is a little Billy Eliot and that film has helped him so much as a personal motivation and as a way in which people identify and support him in his dancing. The best moment for him after his end of year concert was when a mum said to him "he certainly worked with his hands well too” He grinned and said my (his) favourite actor is famous for his hands. (Yet I knew he was laughing at me, and thinking about all you here)
Christine, yes it was for the first time, the film that is, yet he did not like RHPT too much as one of my X boyfriends looked a bit like George, hair no beard. Yet I must say my husband is a bit like a Colnel Brandon, kind handsome (used to be a bit sad) now he is just hassled and worn out. lol. I hope you figure out the man you want and then find him. Wheather you marry him or not (we took our time, our kid was the best man), learn how to share your life and be happy. We all can admire a thirty year effort of AR & R.
Janine
Melb (Summer is back), Vic Australia - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 16:42:43 (PST)
Billy Elliot
There's also the issue of the mother. AR, from all accounts, adored his mother. He lost her a number of years ago and -- judging from a similar experience WRT my own father -- anything which brings up that raw loss is especially poignant.
Just my opinion, of course. Your Mileage May Vary.
Barbara the Wallpaperer
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 15:08:54 (PST)
Eleanor--I think you misunderstood my question, but your post was touching. It has been a long time since I saw Billy Elliot and now it will have even more meaning for me on a second watching. In fact, I think I'll take a look at it tonight...
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 14:19:12 (PST)
make that a pArka.
Fausta
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 10:47:45 (PST)
Forgive me, but I find that the story about the missing 8 Women actresses was featured in Voici (which means here is, here are) hilarious. Not voici, more like quelque part. Funny and lame at the same time.
If you go to this site they have a tiny video of AR & JH. Can see an even tinier photo here. AR was not wearing a perka, but instead the dark suit he wore to the Homage to Bruce Willis show.
Fausta
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 10:46:36 (PST)
Ali-Pat and others, as you know, Alan's father died when he was eight. Biily Elliot's mother died, and the letter she left him would make anyone fall apart, imagine how much more so if your parent had also died when you were a child. Billy's sexuality is a little ambiguous, and Alan has an ambiguous quality himself. Alan grew up poor, like Billy, and it's probably harder to be a sensitive, artistic child under those circumstances. Those qualities are less likely to be recognized and nurtured when money is short. Alan said he was raised under the 'children are to be seen and not heard' credo. He certainly has compensated for having felt unheard. (Becoming famous...)
Eleanor, HRH
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 10:23:10 (PST)
Thank you Suzanne!
Linda
NJ USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 09:03:48 (PST)
Marialis, you can e-mail it to me, if you like (Suz@mail.usa.com). I'd be happy to post it for everyone to see.
Suzanne <Suz@mail.usa.comfoo>
TX USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 08:02:44 (PST)
THEY were not here... I'm so upset... sorry
Marialis
FRANCE - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 06:57:31 (PST)
Julia, Meg Ryan would be a delicious grown old Hermione … She’s just a little bit too old to take the place of Emma Watson for the next episode ! But When Harry Met Sally is one of my very favourite movies. I re-watched it recently too !
I’ve bought Voici yesterday and I’ve got the little pic of Alan Rickman with the French singer Johnny Halliday. I can scan it at my office but I can’t put it on line… So what can I do ? Can I send it to one of you ? It’s a very little pic but he’s smiling . I find his parka ugly… so far from his usual elegance. The magazine Voici doesn’t even mention his name ! I’m sure they don’t even know who he is ! Maybe you know more about it, but it seems that he was on the stage with Johnny Halliday to give the prize of best actress for the 8 actresses of ‘8 women” and none of them was there. Can you imagine that : the chance once in your life to go up on stage, to be near him, too receive something from his hands... and to kiss him... and THE WERE NOT HERE !!!
Marialis
FRANCE - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 06:56:13 (PST)
:blinks: This may just eb me, but i think we should maybe stop talking about Rima because although she is his significant other she isn't really related to his films and probably doesn't like to be talked about. I know He doesn't like talking about her, and what he says goes with me. :P
Jizel
- Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 05:41:23 (PST)
Sorry to belabor this, but I remain unenlightened. Exactly where did the interview come from where AR expresses a kinship with talented youngsters (having been one himself) and admits that he cries at movies? I really did think that was a part of The Billy Elliot Boy and that the short glimpse of him standing in line for the film was a part of a different documentary on the DVD release. Will somebody please help me sort this out?
Ali-Pat
Dayton, OH USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 04:16:15 (PST)
Amen, Gwenn. Snake and I might have signed a piece of paper 25 years ago, but that's hardly what's kept us together. Mr. R and his lady have put in sufficient time and effort - most marriages don't make it that long. That's a pretty powerful demonstration of a loving commitment.
And I, too, cringe when 'those' posts hit the screen. Everyone makes the odd mistake, but some posts are written in teen-ese, and virtually illegible. Please, please, kids, read before you post, and remember that oral language and written language have different conventions!
Spider, wielding her red pen
US - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 03:57:38 (PST)
Thank you all for the "Billy Elliot"-explanation. Alan Rickman crys on sad films? He likes romantic films? Oh, I´ll ask him to watch "Amelie" with me. *lol* @Mortianna: Billy Elliot läuft auf Premiere. Mehrmals im Dezember und wird wohl im Januar auch noch mal öfter zu sehen sein. So vom Hocker gerissen hat er mich jetzt nicht. Es war ganz spannend, denn der Bub und seine Familie hatten es nicht leicht. Ballett im Arbeitermillieu und dann noch ein Junge... Wenn du kein Premiere hast: Wird sicher bald auf Pro7 oder Sat1 zu sehen sein. ;-))))
Lisa
Bavaria, - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 02:06:16 (PST)
Gwenn, I call him "The Appointed One".
Claudia
GA US - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 01:40:50 (PST)
This is definitely the original source for all things Alan Rickman. Wish there were more updates on this exploits as Snape. Nice Site. r
balrog
- Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 22:06:30 (PST)
I think I must comment on the recent posts that seem to imply there is something wrong with being with your "lifetime partner" without that little piece of paper called a marriage license. My significant other and I have been together for 12 years. We plan to be together for at least another 80 years, at which point I'll be 113 and he'll be 121, without getting married. We simply have no need for marriage. It's not "a pity", or "a shame", or "too bad." Neither is it noble...it's just our way. We're fine with the way things are, and after a while the people around you just get used to it. As Mr. Rickman said in one of his interviews (to paraphrase), relationships ought to be able to have their own rules, that work for the people involved.
Now, another gripe: every time I see a barely coherent post, I always look down at the city/country line with a cringe, hoping against hope that it's not an American post. It almost always is. And yet, that guy in the white house (I still can't bring myself to call him "our president") continues to pour money into the military and not education. Sorry if this is O/T, but it's all just so embarrassing. Ex-pat status, here I come!
Gwenn
NYC, - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 20:21:24 (PST)
Janine in Oz, I think that's sweet that you saw TMD (for the first time, or no?) with your future husband. Before I got home from work today I stopped at a grocery store and saw a middle-aged guy who really resembled Jamie -- the slightly shaggy hair, the moustache, even the long dark coat. Me, I'm without a significant other and generally okay with that, but seeing that guy gave me some thoughts I haven't had for a while. Oh well, off to bed... to sleep, perchance to dream...
Christine
USA - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 19:24:58 (PST)
Alan Rickman is the greatest actor on earth. You can respect the guy. I hope he keeps on doing comedies
Serena
- Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 17:17:10 (PST)
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Alan Rickman soooooo much... Like he's the hottest babe to ever walk on the planet. I love all his roles, especially he's role as SNAPE in Harry Potter!!!!! I love he's hot voice to his sexy smile to his HANDSOME LOOKS!!! Like I so want him... And I love he's rolein sense and sensesibility... ( Cononel Brandon)and heyaz to all the people out there who love him 2 god ur the best ( email me ) **WINKS** and **WAVES** @ u and for the people who disagree "go and get bent!!" and for Alan Rickman( my babe) I love you so much ... I would die 4 you... g2g i'll be back soon lotz of love amber/jenni p.s Alan is the best pp.s one day i'll be mrs Rickman PP.s SNAPE IS SO HOTT!! l8er **MWAH** **byes**
Jenni aka Amber <beach_blonde_gurl@hotmail.comfoo>
San Fran Sisco, californ
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