INTERVIEW - Jared Harris on what attracted him to the role at 'The Quiet Ones' Interviews at on April 1, 2014 in London,

The speaker discusses their enthusiasm for creating a poltergeist film based on a real story and their attraction to the Hammer brand due to its strong reputation and personal fondness from childhood. They highlight the importance of working with genre experts and the vision to create a smart horror film that avoids graphic violence. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of being interested in the script to ensure engagement during the filmmaking process.

What aspect of the Hammer brand attracted the speaker to the project?

• Its modern approach to filmmaking

• Its focus on romantic comedies

• Its strong reputation in the horror genre

• Its innovative use of technology

Why does the speaker have a fondness for Hammer films?

• They are famous for their musicals

• They focus on science fiction

• They are known for their action sequences

• They were a part of their childhood

What was a key factor in choosing to work with the Hammer team?

• Their international collaborations

• Their focus on comedy films

• Their expertise in the horror genre

• Their use of advanced CGI

What type of horror film did the speaker want to create?

• A smart horror suspense film

• A horror film with a lot of special effects

• A film with excessive violence

• A romantic horror film

What is crucial for the speaker when reading a script?

• Interest in the story

• The length of the script

• The number of characters

• The setting of the story