when we think Harry Potter, we instantly imagine Daniel Radcliffe We play the young wizard on the big screen. But behind these magical and brave scenes was another hero who made the magic possible: David Holmes. HBO Max teams up with Radcliffe to “David Holmes: The Boy Who LivedTelling the touching story of Holmes ” Daniel Radcliffe’s stunt double in the iconic Harry Potter film series.
Holmes, a native of Essex, England, is now a Talented young gymnast in the magical shadow of Radcliffe from the movie “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”. For a decade, Daniel Radcliffe and David Holmes shared more than just shows; They formed a real and deep relationship. However, fate had other plans in this process. Filming of “Deathly Hallows”. tragic Accident on set left Holmes paralyzed from the waist downIt will change his life and the lives of those around him forever.
The narration of the documentary addresses this issue The dark chapter of the Harry Potter saganot only from Radcliffe’s perspective, but also through David’s personal videos and exclusive interviews with his friends, family, and Harry Potter cast members. Throughout the documentary, little-known aspects of the living boy’s universe are revealed, as well as Holmes’ resilience and courage in the face of adversity.
“David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived” just Highlights the story of a man overcoming adversity after a devastating accident, but also emphasizes universal human values: growth, identity, and the ties that unite and define us. Directed by Dan Hartley, this documentary is a letter of love and respect to the community. stunt couples In Hollywood.
Moreover, this is not the only project on which Daniel Radcliffe and David Holmes worked together. In 2020, they launched the “Cunning Stunts” podcast, which sheds light on the lives and sacrifices of stuntmen in the film industry. “People often think that dangerous stunts are just visual effects or tricks, but the truth is that stuntmen face really risky situations,” Radcliffe said in a speech on the podcast.
The premiere of the documentary will be held on November 15. HBO and HBO MaxIt is a co-production between HBO Documentary Films, Sky Studios and Lightbox/Ripple Productions. Executive produced by Radcliffe, Holmes and Hartley, “David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived” promises to be an indispensable addition for all “Harry Potter” fans and those interested in behind-the-scenes stories.