INTERVIEW - Ruth Wilson on her up and coming project 'His Dark Materials' at 'The LIttle Stranger' interviews

The transcript discusses the excitement around the BBC's adaptation of 'The Dark Materials', highlighting the extensive production efforts, including filming in Wales and building a studio. The cast, including Lin-Manuel and James, is praised, and the adaptation allows for deeper exploration of characters, particularly Mrs. Coulter, with insights into her psyche. The responsibility of adapting beloved literary characters is acknowledged, with the creative team given license by Philip Pullman to expand on the original material.

What is the filming location for The Dark Materials series?

• Ireland

• Scotland

• Wales

• England

Which actor is mentioned as having recently filmed for the series?

• Tom Hiddleston

• Lin-Manuel Miranda

• Emma Watson

• Daniel Radcliffe

What is unique about the monkey character in the series?

• It is voiced by a famous actor

• It is played by a real monkey

• It is puppeteered and then CGI'd

• It is entirely animated

What did the narrator do to prepare for the role in The Dark Materials?

• Read the books

• Watched the previous adaptations

• Attended acting workshops

• Consulted with the author

How is Mrs. Coulter's character explored differently in the series compared to the books?

• She is portrayed as a hero

• Her character is expanded and explored more

• Her backstory is removed

• She has less screen time