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Post by Dante on Jan 16, 2016 9:24:48 GMT -5
I actually find Neil Patrick Harris vaguely attractive, who knows I might wind up having a crush on count olaf or something That would ruin my life, honestly. Don't do it, Bee. Don't walk the path of Countess Violet. Only dark things await you there. |
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Post by Hermes on Jan 16, 2016 9:26:38 GMT -5
I think some people are channelling Helquist when they think Olaf ought to be old. From information in the books, he's about the same age as the Baudelaire parents.
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Post by MisterM on Jan 16, 2016 10:33:42 GMT -5
That's why I said "it remains to be seen", but you can totally base your suspicion on someone's ability to play a role on their previous roles. I wasn't specifically aiming my comment towards you, btw. But i don't think you can always do that. there are many notable comedy actors who have also played very dark serious roles. |
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Post by Sophie Baudelaire on Jan 16, 2016 10:35:37 GMT -5
wellllll guess we will see what happens
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Post by Dante on Jan 16, 2016 10:58:27 GMT -5
I think some people are channelling Helquist when they think Olaf ought to be old. From information in the books, he's about the same age as the Baudelaire parents. Nonetheless, Helquist's illustrations are so iconic that it would be practically impossible to wholly defy them. For me, greying hair is as much a must as a monobrow. |
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Post by Eponine on Jan 16, 2016 11:19:49 GMT -5
I agree- am I imagining this, or did Snicket also describe him as having salt and pepper hair?
Anyways, I can't imagine NPH playing Count Olaf.
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Post by B. on Jan 16, 2016 12:02:06 GMT -5
I don't see Olaf as a hammy or a creepy character. I see him as kinda a tragic character, and also an evil one. But not creepy evil. Does that make sense?
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Post by Skelly Craig on Jan 16, 2016 12:25:21 GMT -5
Considering all the references to his glimmering eyes and crooked smile (paraphrases) that send shivers down the Baudelaires' spines, I very much always thought of him as creepy.
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Post by Eponine on Jan 16, 2016 12:51:04 GMT -5
I agree with Terry, but I understand what you're saying, Bee. The only time I kind of saw time like that (maybe spoiler) was when he and Kit kissed in The End.
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Post by bear on Jan 16, 2016 12:57:58 GMT -5
it's just that he's not at all an actor with any special abilities and no range. in HIMYM, he has "comic abilities" insofar as he's really nailed that timing on the catchphrase "legen—wait for it—dary." might as well get Jim Parsons in to play Count Olaf with that reasoning. in Gone Girl, he didn't do much of anything and didn't receive any sort of praise for his role as far as i remember. "NPH not smiling" doesn't mean "creepy NPH." you haven't seen dr horrible's singalong blog? it seems entirely your jam. i have seen it. i don't know if you're taking a jab at me or not because it sucks really bad. as far as any indication of being darkly comical, etc. i seem to remember that NPH plays the character of "NPH singing in a silly costume." asoue isn't a salsaty parody, it's a beautifully crafted homage that gets a lot of its humor from how seriously it takes itself. |
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Post by Violent BUN Fortuna on Jan 16, 2016 13:07:36 GMT -5
It's unexpected casting, but that's sometimes the right ingredient for a memorable role. I'll admit I've seen very little of Neil Patrick Harris in recent years. I did hear he gave a very creepy performance in Gone Girl, so maybe Count Olaf is suited to him. I'd like to say he's too young, but then again he's pretty much the same age as Jim Carrey was then. I think overall he could pull this off, he has experience both in comedy and drama. For now I'm cautiously optimistic, he has talent and if the writing is in line then there's a good chance this could be a great portrayal of the character. Pretty much exactly my thoughts -- although I'm very excited and have decided to throw caution to the winds and simply trust Handler and the others involved in making the show.  |
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Post by Skelly Craig on Jan 16, 2016 13:19:57 GMT -5
"NPH not smiling" doesn't mean "creepy NPH." I think in his case it does a bit, since he just has that kinda resting b!tch creep face. |
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Post by Hermes on Jan 16, 2016 13:53:34 GMT -5
I think some people are channelling Helquist when they think Olaf ought to be old. From information in the books, he's about the same age as the Baudelaire parents. Nonetheless, Helquist's illustrations are so iconic that it would be practically impossible to wholly defy them. For me, greying hair is as much a must as a monobrow. Well, yes, but since the clues to O's age come late in the series I wonder if Snicket himself was trying to defy them. |
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Post by Eponine on Jan 16, 2016 13:53:55 GMT -5
Lol- I know. He REALLY annoys me, but I'm trusting Netflix to make it work, I THINK...
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Post by Violent BUN Fortuna on Jan 16, 2016 14:02:20 GMT -5
I don't know what a Neil Patrick Harris is, so I'll wait until we see some actual footage before I judge. I think it is worth mentioning, though, in relation to the comedy debate, that Count Olaf is often a very funny character; it's just that it's usually simultaneous with being creepy, and diepiending on your emotional investment with the series, the less you notice the humour and the more you notice the creepiness. Very true about Olaf being funny. As Handler has said, he's terrifying until he's ridiculous until he's terrifying. There needs to be that mixture, and I'm looking forward to seeing NPH's performance -- hopefully, he can pull it off. |
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