Ep 21. Daniel Radcliffe Goes Dark in 'The Woman in Black'

In this episode of Popcorn With Peter Travers, the acclaimed film critic interviews actor Daniel Radcliffe about his role in the horror film "The Woman in Black." Radcliffe, best known for playing the titular character in the "Harry Potter" film franchise, talks about his desire to break away from his iconic role and take on new and challenging roles.

Travers and Radcliffe discuss the horror genre, with Radcliffe expressing his love for the genre and Travers pointing out that "The Woman in Black" is a classic ghost story. Radcliffe talks about his fascination with ghost stories and horror movies, and how he enjoys the feeling of being scared.

Radcliffe also discusses what he brought to the role of Arthur Kipps, a young lawyer who travels to a remote village to settle the affairs of a deceased woman. He talks about the challenge of playing a character who is grieving the loss of his wife and struggling to connect with his young son.

Travers asks Radcliffe about the process of filming "The Woman in Black." Radcliffe talks about the set and how the filmmakers created a creepy and atmospheric environment. He also talks about working with director James Watkins and how he appreciated Watkins' attention to detail.

Radcliffe also talks about the challenges of filming a horror movie, including the physical demands of the role and the need to stay in character during intense and scary scenes. He talks about how he prepared for the role and how he approached his work on set.

Throughout the episode, Travers and Radcliffe discuss the themes of the film, including grief, loss, and the supernatural. Radcliffe talks about his own experiences with loss and how he used those experiences to inform his performance.

Travers and Radcliffe also discuss the process of growing up in the public eye, with Radcliffe talking about the pressures and expectations that come with being a child star. He talks about his decision to pursue acting and how he has worked to establish himself as a serious actor beyond just his role in "Harry Potter."

Overall, this episode of Popcorn With Peter Travers offers an insightful and engaging conversation with Daniel Radcliffe about his role in "The Woman in Black." Radcliffe's passion for the horror genre and his dedication to his craft shine through in this thoughtful and thought-provoking interview.