Jamie Bell takes over for Dan in Equus

[Steve]

Recent News reports indicate that when Dan leaves the
stage production of Equus, the production will not 
shut down. It will continue with Jamie Bell in the 
lead roll. Personally, I think that is an excellent
choice. And I thin Dan should be proud to be seen in 
the same light as a fine actor like Jamie Bell.

Jamie has certainly proven himself in many independant
and mainstream acting roles. Of course, there is the
unforgettable "Billy Eliot', but I highly recommend
the following movies by Jamie -

Chumscrubber (2005) -
http://imdb.com/title/tt0406650/

This movie is low budget, but does include Jason Isaacs,
Glen Close, and Ralph Finnes. The movie does have some
weakenesses, but overal it is a very moving movie. I
particularly like the scene in which Glen Close and
Jamie Bell are interacting at the memorial service for
Glen Close's son; very deep and moving.

Undertow (2004)-
http://imdb.com/title/tt0360130/

A very powerful movie.

"The Munns, father John (Mulroney) and sons Chris (Bell)
and Tim (Alan), recede to the woods of rural Georgia. 
Their life together is forever changed with the arrival 
of Uncle Deel (Lucas), though the tragedy that follows 
forces troubled Chris to become a man."

This is a very dramatic role, and Jamie plays it to 
perfection.

Just passing it along.

Steve/bboyminn