Live Q&A with director of RA project

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It was great to see so many people in the chat. Thank you to those who were in attendance!

Of course, not everyone could be there so here is an abbreviated summary of the Q&A chat with Mike Ogden on December 15, 2009. The full summary can be found on the Charlie Forum.

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Mike opened the chat with a big announcement: Filming has been postponed until summer due to Richard Armitage's schedule and the finance timing. This means that Richard is still on for playing the role.

Mike said that Richard Armitage, Lara Fabian and composer Kurt Bestor are all still aboard. In answer to a question whether or not Richard's character will be "ugly," Mike answered, "It's a very physical role so think about that in relation to his look. But he will be ugly in other ways." Mike also said that the role will be physically draining for Richard and he may lose weight for the role.

For research, Richard is reading a lot. Mike said that yes, he thinks Richard is a method actor when asked by a member. Mike also believes that Richard will garner more male fans from this film.

Mike said that he and Richard Armitage "spoke at length on the phone. Richard is still very keen to play Charlie but just coming off of his new show (Strike Back) he needs a break. I expect to meet with him in the new year. You have to realize that Richard is very professional and committed. He's incredibly focused." Mike added that Richard is looking forward to filming in Italy.