======Helena Bonham Carter======
=====Introduction=====
Helena Bonham Carter is an acclaimed English actress. In the context of the [[Harry Potter]] universe, she is celebrated for her iconic portrayal of the fanatical and sadistic [[Death Eater]], [[Bellatrix Lestrange]], in the film adaptations. She first appeared in the fifth film, //[[Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix]]//, and her performance became one of the most memorable character interpretations in the series.
=====Role in the Harry Potter Film Series=====
Bonham Carter took on the role of [[Bellatrix Lestrange]] starting with the 2007 film adaptation of //[[Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix]]//. The role had originally been given to actress Helen McCrory, who had to step down due to her pregnancy. McCrory was later cast in the role of Bellatrix's sister, [[Narcissa Malfoy]].
Bonham Carter portrayed Bellatrix in four films. She also made a unique contribution in //[[Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1]]//, where she played [[Hermione Granger]] who had transformed into Bellatrix via [[Polyjuice Potion]]. In these scenes, she effectively mimicked Emma Watson's mannerisms as Hermione, who was awkwardly and nervously impersonating the fearsome [[Death Eater]].
=====Portrayal of Bellatrix Lestrange=====
Bonham Carter's interpretation of [[Bellatrix Lestrange]] is noted for its manic energy, unhinged glee, and theatrical cruelty, which slightly differs from the colder, arrogant cruelty depicted in the novels. Her on-screen presence was defined by wild, tangled hair, dark gothic attire, and a perpetually crazed expression.
Key moments from her performance include:
  * Her taunting of [[Neville Longbottom]] in the [[Department of Mysteries]] regarding her role in the torture of his parents, [[Frank and Alice Longbottom]].
  * Her murder of her cousin, [[Sirius Black]], and her triumphant, sing-song taunt to [[Harry Potter]] that "I killed Sirius Black!".
  * The interrogation and torture of [[Hermione Granger]] at [[Malfoy Manor]], during which she carves the word "[[Mudblood]]" into Hermione's arm with her [[wand]]. This act was an invention for the film adaptation (film).
  * Her gleeful participation in the [[Battle of Hogwarts]], where she kills her niece [[Nymphadora Tonks]] and is ultimately killed by [[Molly Weasley]] after attempting to murder [[Ginny Weasley]].
Her portrayal solidified the character's image in popular culture as one of the most terrifying and visually distinctive villains of the series.
=====Harry Potter Filmography=====
  * //[[Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix]]// (film)
  * //[[Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince]]// (film)
  * //[[Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1]]// (film)
  * //[[Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2]]// (film)