In a recent episode of the Happy Sad Confused podcast hosted by Josh Horowitz, Gary Oldman, renowned for his role as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter film series, openly critiqued his own performance. Oldman expressed his belief that his portrayal of the character was “mediocre” and that he could have approached the role differently.
During the interview, Oldman reflected on the possibility of a different outcome if he had read the books by J.K. Rowling before taking on the role. He mentioned the influence of the late Alan Rickman, who played Severus Snape, and how having insight into the character’s future might have shaped his performance.
Oldman, who joined the Harry Potter franchise in 2004 with “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban”, acknowledged that watching oneself and thinking, “I’m amazing”, would be a sad day. He emphasized the desire to continually improve and make each subsequent project better than the last.
Despite his critical assessment, Oldman expressed gratitude for his involvement in the Harry Potter series and the impact it had on his life. In a recent interview with Drew Barrymore, he credited both the Harry Potter and Dark Knight trilogies for helping him during a challenging period in his personal life.
Oldman revealed that at the age of 42, facing divorce and custody of his children, the consistent work from these franchises allowed him to strike a balance between work and family. He expressed appreciation for the financial stability they provided, enabling him to spend more time with his kids during a tumultuous period.
The actor also shared the challenges he faced, making multiple round trips between his Los Angeles home and the London set of the Dark Knight trilogy. Oldman’s candid reflections offer a glimpse into the complexities of balancing a demanding career with personal responsibilities.
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