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British actors.

posted 10 years ago by sabela_xto_90
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Given the action happen in New York, why are the three main actors from England? This do not make any sense to me.

In fact, this movie is pretty lame.

[–] althea_faerie 10 years ago

Because the characters aren't Americans, presumably.

Worst. Rescue. EVER!

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[–] Jaycicle 10 years ago

The Shadow Hunters aren't American. They're supposed to have their own hidden Enclave 'somewhere in Europe' I don't think it's location is ever expressly stated either in the film or the books, but the accents kinda point to where.

[–] ttaskmaster 10 years ago

The Shadow Hunters aren't American. They're supposed to have their own hidden Enclave 'somewhere in Europe' I don't think it's location is ever expressly stated either in the film or the books, but the accents kinda point to where.

Not (yet) read the books at all, myself but I did notice that most of the older Hunters and such were European/British/English actors using their natural accents. Certainly in keeping with what you say about the Enclacve and remember too that Jocelyn stole the Cup off Valentine and then ran away - America is pretty far and big enough to get lost in, so might explain further...

[–] isundling 10 years ago

A hidden plane somewhere between Germany and France...so of course,other than Simon, they wouldn't have American accents.

[–] classOFfitness 10 years ago

But British peoples, with superpowers living in New York. look like a good idea to you?

[–] ttaskmaster 10 years ago

Minus the superpowers, it seemed to work OK when things like the Boston Tea Party were kicking off. Brits living in NY gave birth to a nation, you know! 

[–] isundling 10 years ago

No one can see the Shadow Hunters unless they want you to..so moot point.

[–] Mattfinbell 10 years ago

why are they british unless the order is british in origin at least

Look like Tarzan talk like Jane! HAHA