While 1,200 other young actors tried out for the lead role of Artemis Fowl, it was Ferdia Shaw who captured the honor. Heralding from Ireland, born in Dublin, Ferdia Shaw is both animated and charismatic playing Artemis.
New young artists and actors like Ferdia Shaw are rare! I say that because other than having a role in a short film called the Kikenny Famine Experience he has no other films to his credit. Watching him portray his character was not only enchanting, but captivating, especially knowing of his little experience in working in front of the camera. You would surely believe that he had appeared in dozens of films.
Ferdia’s acting skills may also be attributed to his membership in the Young Irish Film Makers, where he learned about film making and even made his own shorts. He has also performed in some local theatre productions with Barnstorm Theatre Company. Then again, perhaps it’s because acting is in his blood as his Grandfather is none other than the famous Robert Shaw, who is known for his roles in Jaws, The Sting and From Russia with Love.
If you have not yet had the privilege of seeing this film you can see it on Disney Plus. I promise that you and your entire family will enjoy this story of a land of Fairies, Trolls, Goblins, and of course our hero Artemis Fowl.
