Aug 1, 2008, 10:25 GMT
John Hurt says his fans can be "fanatical and strange".
British actor John Hurt seen at Carlton Hotel during the 61st edition of the Cannes Film Festival, 16 May 2008, in Cannes, France. EPA/CAROLINE BLUMBERG
Speaking at the people's premiere of 'Hellboy II: The Golden Army' the actor - who plays Professor Trevor 'Broom' Bruttenholm in the film - admitted fans of the comic book franchise enjoy dressing as their favourite characters and are often overwhelmed when they meet him.
He told BANG Showbiz: "The fans can be fanatical and they like getting dressed up. I went to one of those conventions and there were some strange people there, but they were all great."
The actor also revealed working on the film was a joy, and said Guillermo del Toro was a "phenomenal director".
He said: "I introduce the film, in a sense. I've enjoyed playing Broom again. Guillermo is just a phenomenal director. I'd do anything for him. Anything he asked me to do I would do."
The actor also spoke about his plans to re-visit one of his most famous characters, the outrageous and flamboyant homosexual Quentin Crisp who he played in the 'Naked Civil Servant'.
He said: "I'm going to do the last 20 years of Quentin Crisp's life. It's daunting. It's a long way to go back but I'm looking forward to it."
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