Seems we get a little more information about this 'Mark' person... This time from www.spielbergfilms.com: (Exact article)
November 5th, 2002 Updates - Sam Neill talks JP4 status update!
Thanks to Mark for sharing such a great scoop!
Here's a bit of a reworking of a story I posted (via Dark Horizons) earlier this afternoon. Mark, the tipster over at Dark Horizons was kind enough to write me tonight to share his experience with JURASSIC PARK star Sam Neill, and how he came across the great JP4 news hitting the 'net today. I'm going to let Mark speak in his own words, as exciting as the pulled quotes on Dark Horizons were, I think his full experience goes to show what a gracious, kind person Sam Neill seems to be. Here's Mark:
"I was doing some shopping Monday in my native Queenstown, New Zealand, when I noticed a certain figure exiting the Saffron eatery. It was none other than local celeb Sam Neill!
Now, I've read that he doesn't usually enjoy being made a fuss of, but he didn't look in a big hurry, so I went over and said hello. He's actually quite taller in real life than you'd imagine, but a very cool guy to talk to. I asked him about his recent comments in The New Zealand Listener magazine where he mentions a possible role in Jurassic Park IV. He said "Yeah, Steven Spielberg and his people are quite busy prepping another one. There is a chance you'll see me in it. I'm as surprised as anyone, because I didn't think there was any way they could get Alan Grant involved again. But they came up with a clever idea. Steven just blew me away with the story."
Sam said it "was like putting on a comfy pair of old shoes" when he returned as Grant in JPIII, and would be "quite flattered" if the opportunity arose to revisit the character once more. I begged him to give me a few details on Spielberg's new story, but he wouldn't reveal anything (sorry, I tried!). All he said was "Something frightening is happening concerning those dinosaurs that doesn't necessarily bode well for us humans. Scientists never seem to learn."
I asked if he could at least tell me the flavor and tone of the storyline. After some thinking, Sam said "You know that feeling when you first saw the original film, and you were so in awe, and felt so swept away and mesmerised by the majesty of it all? I believe this premise has the potential to elicit that same kind of response. Out of all the concepts that've been created for these movies, this is possibly my favorite."
I then told him I really hope he turns up in JPIV. He said "Thank you. We'll see."
I got an autograph from Sam, but was really peeved that I had no camera to take a photo. I tried very hard to remember most of what he said regarding JPIV so I could report it. Sam Neill came across as really down-to-earth and genuine, unlike many big stars."
Mysterious? Hmm... Let us wait... Again... As usual.Neill on JP4, Again!! - Posted By: Sk8er on ~ Teusday November 5th, 2002.
Oviraptor, a JPAftermath Forum member, found an interesting article at Dark Horizons.com today. Seems as if Sam Neill is whistling a good tune about JP4:
Sam Neill was in Queenstown, New Zealand recently and 'Mark' got to speak him about the fourth 'Jurassic' flick: "Yeah, Steven Spielberg and his people are quite busy prepping another one. There is a chance you'll see me in it. I'm as surprised as anyone, because I didn't think there was any way they could get Alan Grant involved again. But they came up with a clever idea. Steven just blew me away with the story....something frightnening is happening concerning those dinosaurs that doesn't necessarily bode well for us humans. Scientists never seem to learn". What sort of tone can we expect? "You know that feeling when you first saw the original film, and you were so in awe, and felt so swept away and mesmerized by the sheer majesty of it all? I believe this premise has the potential to elicit that same kind of response. Out of all the concepts that've been created for these movies, this is possibly my favorite". So, that's the article... Sam Neill seems pretty happy about JP4, so maybe this means he'll fully reprise his role (by being a main character once again) in JP4.
JP To Air on NBC Saturday! - Posted By: Sk8er on ~ Monday November 4th, 2002.
Be sure to check your local listings for what time JP airs in your area, but it will be airing on NBC at 7:00 PM. Keep your eyes peeled people for times in your timezone, since I really don't know where each of you live and it may be on at different times in your specific area, so, uh... I know I'll definitly be tuning in. I don't know if any Deleted Scenes or what-have-you will be in it... (If so, then the Ellie grabs leaf thing could be), but I'll try and find out for you guys early... But if I don't find out by Saturday, I guess you'll just have to watch and see for yourself... I myself don't have the DVD, (or a DVD Player), yet, so I wouldn't know what could possibly be in the airing...
