… we both have a big nose.

Can you tell us a little more about you? (birthdate, studies, family …)
My birthday is 25/05/86. I study BSc Film Technology Production at Stafford University.

How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Laid-back, sarcastic and a geek.

What do you like to do during your free time?
Watch films.

What are your tastes in music and cinema?
I like Muse, Placebo, Tenacious D, Led Zeppelin and others. I like all Danny Boyle films and my favourite film of all time is Shawshank Redemption.

Before getting Snape’s part, did you know the Harry Potter series? Have you read the books?
I knew of them but I preferred the films.

If yes, who is your favorite character?
My favourite character is Snape, of course.

Could you describe the character you play?
A softer, younger, vulnerable Snape.

Are there similarities between you and your character?
Yes, we both have a big nose.

The last book will be release in a few days. How do you picture Snape’s future?
I think he will be good and I thought he would have a heroic exit but alas he did not.

Why do you think those books are so popular?
They offer escapism.

Could you tell us a little more about the casting. How did you get the part?
Through Pete Watt, who is the director of a theatre group I used to attend. The casting were having trouble finding a young Snape so I sent my pictures in and then I was offered an interview and then an audition.

How did your friends and family react?
Not much. They congratulated me and that was about it. No one really believed me.

Do people look differently at you since you have played in Harry Potter?
No. It was such a small part and I don’t really look like the character.

How was the atmosphere on the set? Do you have any special anecdote you would like to share with us?
It was relaxed. For instance, I was sat on set watching the Untouchables with some of the crew.

Can you describe a typical day on the set?
Waking up at 5am and then having make-up and prosthetics placed on my face at 5:30am. We would then film throughout the day until 5:30pm. They were very long days but they were fun.

How did you prepare for the part?
I watched the films and read the books. I also talked to Alan about the character.

I remember that you met with Alan Rickman. Has he given you any special advice?
Yes, we discussed Snape’s mannerisms and I got to see him act.

When have you seen the film for the first time?
I saw Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix during the cast and crew screening.

Do you have a favorite scene?In the new film it has to be when Snape (Alan) hits Rupert over the head with a book.

Were you disappointed that your scene is short in the final cut?
Of course. As a fan, I wished they kept it as it is in the book.

What are your plans for the future? Would you like to act?
I would like to act but I’m focusing on becoming an editor and director. If anyone wants me to act in their films then I would do it because I do love it so much.