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Explanation about my comments yesterday -- the Elijah Radio 1 interview

After some comments and questions following my entry yesterday about Elijah's Radio 1 interview with Jo Whiley, I felt that some explanation (and perhaps something of an apology!) was warranted.

I was really pleased, on a personal level, about some of the things I heard Elijah say during the interview -- I felt others would probably be similarly pleased. But I think my enthusiasm might have inadvertently given the impression that some kind of "big announcement" was forthcoming!

First off, I've sometimes felt that Elijah was perhaps trying to distance himself too much (for my liking) from the LOTR movies and his role as Frodo. But when he said he was particularly proud of LOTR, it became obvious that the movies are still very important to him. Of course I loved hearing that.

As someone who really misses the whole LOTR boys thing, I was almost ecstatic when Jo Whiley asked if he was still in touch with the other LOTR cast members and, without hesitation, Elijah confirmed straight off that he speaks to Dom regularly -- yay!! He mentioned Billy & Viggo too, and I was hoping he would mention Sean of course, but the conversation kind of moved on a little.

Then the subject of Lost came up, and Elijah stated that he loves the show and then, "Initially of course I was interested in the show because of Dom & I wanted to support him." More squeeing from me!

There followed a question about how he feels regarding being over here in the UK and Elijah replied, "I love pub culture -- I love it, it's great!" More yay!! :-) He mentioned that he's a huge fan of Stella (Artois). I'm not a beer-drinker myself, but that's my son's favourite too! It's just great to know that he feels so at home over here -- that means that perhaps he'll be spending a lot of time in the UK in future, and of course that has to be good news for us!

Finally, when I met Elijah at ORC 2005, I congratulated him on the wonderful way he played Frodo (of course!), and then I told him I felt that he, and Sean too, should be made honorary Brits for their portrayal of the lead characters in what's perhaps our greatest story. His reply was: "I wish!"

I was so glad to hear that maybe, just maybe, what I said influenced him a little. And even if it didn't, according to what he said yesterday, he now *does* feel that he's sort of an honorary Brit. Of course I was over the moon to hear that! :-)

So this is what I meant by my comments yesterday. I didn't want to give out any spoilers for those who hadn't yet heard the interview at that stage. But I apologise if I misleadingly gave the impression that there was some kind of "big news" in the interview that we weren't already familiar with!

~Lyra

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I think Elijah will always be proud of LOTR and Frodo. It was such an important role for him and such an emotional roller coaster portraying him that he will never lose him.

Also so reassuring to hear that he is still so close to Dom [well we knew he was] and Billy and Viggo but Sean just doesn’t seem to be part of the fellowship these days. It can’t really be an age related issue so it maybe more of a family thing. Sean has too many other involvements and interests to keep a close contact with his old mates. I thought Elijah would be on Jo’s show if he could be. They do seem to have a good rapport with each other and she is relaxed and brings out the best in Elijah I think.

I didnt see the post or the comments you made regarding the interview, but I just wanted to say that I cant wait to hear the interview as I basically agree with everything you've just said! Such excitment!

He mentioned that he's a huge fan of Stella (Artois).

It *is* the King of Beer. There's nothing quite like a Stella on a summer's day. But at the same time... Elijah drinks Wife-Beater?! If he's still as much of a lightweight as the rest of the cast said he was during the LOTR days... uh oh! ;)

You're so cute. : D

Yeah, lots of squee-worth items in that show. Thanks for telling us what Stella is. I thought it might be a beer, but wasn't sure.

I'm sure he talks to Sean too, he just didn't get around to saying so. Maybe he doesn't talk to him as much as the others because Sean is busy with his family. But I'm posititive he talks to him now and then. Heck, he has to ask Sean to appear for him at the cons every now and then, doesn't he? : D As for him mentioning Viggo, since he'd just had dinner with Vig a few days earlier, it makes sense that Viggo would pop into his mind.

I didn't comment on what you said yesterday. My only quiibble with your posting of your thoughts was that this is a public forum for discussion of real Elijah news, such as "Here's a nice new interview on BBC." IMVHO, this really isn't the place for "here are my personal reflections on the interview"; that sort of thing belongs maybe in the ocmments to the post, or if you intend to post at length about it, perhaps make it a post in your own LJ.

it's ok about the confusion lyra. i know sometimes things come across one way that certainly wasn't meant that way. i can't possibly see how elijah can totally disconnect himself from LOTR. it's impossible really. he's said it himself. he'll be connected with these films for the rest of his life.

i see harrison ford as indiana jones. i see tom hanks as forrest gump. it seems to be their alter-egos even though they will do other things. the important thing i think is to continue on, but never let go of what got you to continue on.

btw, if you're missing any of the LOTR stuff, i'll be posting shortly in my journal that may just take you back there some. :)

First let me say that I didn't have a problem with your post at all. And I was sqeeing about many of the same things you were. Another thing I really enjoyed was hearing him say he liked vodka - as a woman who loves a good martini that made me very happy!! I'm not a beer drinker at all so I had no idea what Stella was. I have always thought that Dom was the closest friendship that Elijah took away from LOTR - they are closest in age and both share a love of music. I also wonder if Elijah's comments about not liking POTC caused any riff with Orlando - I hope not. Orlando is also the one who got the most "celebrity" out of LOTR. As far as Sean goes - he did recommend him as King of Bacchus. As happy as I am to hear about the LOTR folk getting together, I'm also glad he has some of his life still private.

aw damn. that makes me quite giddy yay! wish I'd had time to come here earlier so I could make a big post. cuz i have lots to say for sure! once i actually liten to the itnerview i'll def post a lot of my opinion on this whole thing. im glad you posted this cuz otherwise i wouldn't have known he said a bunch of this stuff as I wouldn't have had the time really to listen to the interview till later cuz i have way too muh studying to do.. crap i really wish i'd seen this earlier cuz by the time i post my big opinion post i bet few ppl will read it :(

omg, and did Elijah say s/th about not liking POTC? lol AWESOME. i love it. I can't wait to hear the interview.

I loved that radio interview, too, Lyrastar.

As for the varied reaction to your post being posted *here*, I've never quite understood the grey areas here and elsewhere.

If we can all lap up fans' wonderful, squee-filled reports on being extras for OM at Harrow, why not other posts that have a squee factor?

But I'm just an irregular visitor and don't understand what the parameters really are. Whatever the parameters are, I suspect that like in most communities, virtual or real life, the most important ones are unspoken. :)

Ok I just went back and read the post you are referring to (as I didn't read it yesterday because by the time I got here yesterday the download was already linked). Anyway I just have to give you a warm hug because I can see that you couldn't help but squee in your original post over things that had meant so much to you and of course inadvertently you got a couple of people excited over what you could be meaning. Oh dear!! Sometimes a person can say something so innocently and it creates a big reaction and then you're there like saying "No! No! No!' Reminds me of Basil Fawlty dealing with his guests, he would say one little thing and they would pounce upon it and overeact and he'd have to go into damage control. Anyway I just wanted to say I don't think you needed to explain yourself and I couldnt' see anything wrong with what you did post. I think it was more a case of people getting excited over possibilities because that's what people do. It's rather funny really. But no need for to feel like you made a gaff or anything.

Lyrra I'm sorry if the was me who I misunderstand you the don't was my entention I was curious I'm a LORT fan, the was there I sow Elijah how wonderful actor he is!

"So I'm sure you are just the same as me in that respect!"

you are so right and thanks for you respond!:D

thanks for sharing!!!

People are free to express their opinion as long as it doesn't hurt someone else.^^

Hm, i didn't know, that Elijah doesn't like POTC. he admires Johnny Depp as he said somewhere, don't remember where. I think he has the closest relationship with Dom, but he also has good one with the other, include Orlando Bloom as well, i think. When i watched several scenes on the LOTR premiere or interviews or on the Special Edition of LOTR, i saw how all the five guys enjoyed being together and do things together.

but i'd like to see them togehter again.^^

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And here is the mag cover I mentioned!

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