'Potter' Film Premieres in Japan

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HOLLYWOOD - Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe has been overwhelmed by the support of his Japanese fans as the film premieres in the country.

The 17-year-old star told fans Harry Potter was "an honor" to play as he attended the premiere for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Japan on Thursday.

He says, "It's just absolutely brilliant. He's an icon. He is somebody whose character has gotten his generation of kids into reading.

"It's an honor to play him."

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