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Elaine C Smith talks Child Catcher role in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

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ELAINE C. Smith is the first to admit that even she used to be a little bit scared by her latest role.

“I was about 10 when Chitty Chitty Bang Bang came out and I loved the music but I did find it quite terrifying,” the actress told The National.

“I’ve noticed in audiences coming that a lot of men really enjoy it and saying it was their favourite film but that’s not to stereotype.The latest production is playing a number of dates across various cities in Scotland, including Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness with tickets availableReflecting on her new role, Smith says she was excited to have the chance to play and out-and-out villain after so long in comedy.

While some actors might be wary of taking inspiration from previous takes on the role for fear of feeling pressure, Smith went in the opposite direction. “It’s interesting now researching it because the book was written by Ian Fleming but Roald Dahl had a lot to do with the screenplay which accounts for the darkness in it.”In spite of that darkness though, the story clearly has an enduring appeal and Smith points to one moment in particular that stands out.“I got quite tearful because I was watching a production of it and the orchestra started playing and the audience was clapping along.

 

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