Crossovers between different franchises and universes have always been an irresistible idea for fans, as the unique blend of familiar worlds and characters often sparks excitement and nostalgia. One such enchanting crossover took place when game of Thrones Alum Emilia Clarke joined the cast of the 2016 romantic comedy A whole half year, next to a Harry Potter Star.
Emilia Clarke plays the young nurse Louisa game of Thrones Fame hit Matthew Lewis’ Harry Potter Fame on the set of Thea Sharrock’s adaptation of Jojo Moyes’ novel. While the mash-up of these iconic franchises provided irresistible thrills for fans, Lewis apparently struggled with Clarke’s larger-than-life status as the Mother of Dragons.
Emilia Clarke game of Thrones Status Intimidated a Harry Potter star
Imagine a world where the Iron Throne and the Sorting Hat of Hogwarts coexist. Well, that fantasy became reality in the 2016 romantic comedy A whole half yearWhere game of Thrones“Emilia Clarke and ‘Harry Potter’Matthew Lewis and Louisa Clark teamed up to showcase their on-screen chemistry as Louisa Clark and Patrick. But while the fusion of these two iconic franchises created a unique blend of magical moments for fans, Lewis had a tough time on set.
Speaking of Lorraine When the film came out, Matthew Lewis recalled that his excitement at sharing the screen with Emilia Clarke was quickly replaced by a hint of trepidation, similar to Neville Longbottom’s when he thought about the actress’s role. game of Thrones role. Lewis said he felt intimidated by Daenerys Targaryen’s legacy because he was familiar with George RR Martin’s books.
She’s so kind and so lovely to be around. And of course I was very nervous to work with her because she plays Khaleesi in Game of Thrones. But she’s so talented and so disarming that she’s a pleasure to work with.
Certainly, Emilia Clarke’s portrayal of the Mother of Dragons left an indelible impression on audiences, much like the Battle of Hogwarts did on fans of the wizarding world. After this legacy, Matthew Lewis admitted that he was nervous in the presence of the actress, despite his valiant efforts to fight his fear.
Matthew Lewis felt the weight of Daenerys Targaryen’s legacy on his shoulders
When rehearsal began, Matthew Lewis felt like he was entering the Forbidden Forest of acting. Harry Potter Star was eager to prove he could hold his own, hoping his acting chops would be enough to keep up with the indomitable Khaleesi. But as it turned out, Emilia Clarke was as approachable as a house elf offering tea.
Although Matthew Lewis initially felt intimidated by Emilia Clarke, game of Thrones When he decided to take on the role, he quickly realized that the actress was as relaxed and welcoming as the Gryffindor common room, allowing him to channel his nervous energy into playful, productive creativity. On set, where Clarke’s relaxed demeanor was the norm, Lewis was in good company.
I remember being quite nervous at the first rehearsals because I hadn’t seen the show but I had read all the books and knew how important her character was in Game of Thrones. I just thought, “Oh God, I hope I can contribute something, I hope I can try and hold a candle to her.”
When I walked into the room, she was just so nice, so approachable, so easy to be around. The whole vibe of the set was set by her. It was just a really fun vibe – we could come in and play around and try things and do things, and it just felt really comfortable. Lewis said Hectic.
Finally, Emilia Clarke helped Matthew Lewis to relax and work his magic in A whole half yearThe duo managed to play the quirky and cheerful Louisa and her slightly lame boyfriend Patrick on screen. Unfortunately, despite their bond off-screen, their on-screen relationship wasn’t quite right, which eventually led Lou to leave him and start a relationship with a formerly robust man named Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), who hired her to help him after an accident left him paralyzed up to his neck.
A whole half year is currently available on Prime Video.
