Recasting The Harry Potter Movies If They Came Out Today
5. Bellatrix Lestrange – Eva Green
It probably isn’t wise to criticise Helena Bonham Carter given she is considered to be amongst the top tier of British actors. Whilst her performance as Bellatrix Lestrange was by no means bad, she was a little annoying at times. A subtler, quieter portrayal would have been more effective.
Eva Green achieved plenty of recognition for her performance as Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale back in 2006, and she’s also known for starring in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children in 2016. But it’s her role as Vanessa Ives in the television show Penny Dreadful that makes her an ideal candidate for Bellatrix Lestrange.
Though Vanessa Ives is a protagonist, her dialogue carries a certain coldness that would suit Voldemort’s most dedicated servant. What’s more, Green’s character also possesses a slightly mad aura that would be more than ideal for the role of Bellatrix.
There’s also the fact that Green simply looks the part. Her dark hair and distinctive facial structure fits perfectly with the physical traits of the Black family.