In response to Christopher Read's letter (August 24) about Deep Roy and Malcolm Dixon both having played Oompah Loompahs in versions of Charlie And The Chocolate Factory,

I have some information which he may find interesting.

Both Roy and Dixon have appeared in various films dating back as far as 1971. Roy's first screen appearance was in 1976 as an Italian assasin in The Pink Panther Strikes Again.

Four years later, they both performed in Flash Gordon and in 1982 they were in The Dark Crystal and later Return Of The Jedi, in which Dixon played one of the Ewoks.

However, in response to Mr Read's question, Deep Roy has not appeared in The Manitou, as far as records show. The part of Misquamacus in the film was played by Felix Silla and Joe Gieb.

Incidentally, Silla also appeared in Return Of The Jedi as an Ewok!

Since 1983, Deep Roy has had parts in various films, including Return To Oz, Planet Of The Apes and Big Fish.

Dixon also has a memorable career, having appeared in Labyrinth and Willow among others.

I hope this puts your mind at rest, Mr Read.

-Jim Patience, Brighton