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If you'd like to help Warner Brothers develop some great new Harry Potter merchandise, be sure to take this survey they just shared with us. They're looking for ideas and advice from you!
On a related note, the WB Shop has kicked off a 4th of July sale that runs through Monday. All merchandise is at least 20% off! Click here to visit their Harry Potter store.
Posted by on 07-01-2010 at 11:35 AM
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If you're interested in how LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 came together, Eurogamer has a great new video interview with the game's staff including lead designer, Arthur Parsons and Head of Production at TT Games, Jonathan Smith.
Will Thompson, the game's character artist, shows how Barty Crouch Sr. was created and tells how it took weeks to put him all together. Stuart Niblock, environment artist, explains how he built Gryffindor Common Room.
Andy Latham, animator, walks you through a cut-scene from Year 3 where Ron forgets Scabbers on Platform 9 & 3/4 and Molly Weasley chases after the Hogwarts Express.
"We take the simplest of moments in the film and just run with them."
He then describes how this kind of a process comes together: we start off with a storyboard, then populate the scene and characters, begin blocking out the characters, blocking out their actions, almost making a three-dimensional version of the storyboard.
The video wraps with Carl Greatix, the model designer, who talks about how they incorporate the LEGO product into the game. He says the most elaborate build was the Whomping Willow.
If you have any questions about the game, be sure to tweet us @MuggleNet and we'll be sure to answer them!
Posted by Micah on 07-02-2010 at 06:40 AM
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A new behind-the-scenes video, "Fun on the Set of Harry Potter," available on the LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 Collector's Edition has now emerged online.
In it, you can see funny outtakes from the first four Potter films, including bits from Dan Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon, Alan Rickman, Warwick Davis, Robbie Coltrane, Timothy Spall and more.
Is that Snape smiling?
Thanks to Leaky for the tip!
Posted by Micah on 07-02-2010 at 08:00 AM
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If there's somewhere a Harry Potter podcast may ever want to host a live podcast from, it's probably at a place that Harry Potter fans can collectively call home.
That's why we are extremely excited to announce that MuggleCast will be hosting a live podcast in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park - in The Three Broomsticks to be exact - during Infinitus' Night of A Thousand Wizards party on July 16th!
The podcast will be open to all who have purchased tickets to the party. At this time tickets are no longer available, but since the event sold out we figure most MuggleCast fans attending Infinitus already got 'em.
The podcast will be released online on July 17th. We think it's going to be a really fun show filled with lots of talk about the theme park with the audience as we sip on a fine glass of butterbeer!
Posted by on 07-02-2010 at 09:35 AM
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Check it out! Warner Brothers has released the one-sheet for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1.
It depicts Hogwarts in absolute shambles and includes the headline "It All Ends Here".
Do you like this poster? It's mighty depressing!
Posted by on 07-02-2010 at 2:30 PM
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One thing we noticed about the just-released Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows poster is its similarity to one of the first Sorcerer's Stone posters.
By viewing our comparison you can see that Warner Brothers may have purposely designed the Deathly Hallows poster to be somewhat reminiscent of the Sorcerer's Stone poster released 10 years. The lake in the foreground with Hogwarts sitting high on a cliff in the distance - only this time, it's a mess.
Is this the thought process you think they had?
Posted by on 07-02-2010 at 3:25 PM
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Looking to update your desktop background? We've received a brand-new high-res version of the Deathly Hallows poster featuring a burning Hogwarts that was released earlier this week. Well, what are you waiting for? Right-click and set it as your wallpaper!
Thanks to Alex at TheRemembrall.org!
Posted by Micah on 07-04-2010 at 11:45 AM
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In an interview with MTV while at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Bonnie Wright spoke about filming the epilogue and her experiences playing Ginny Weasley in the Potter series.
Regarding the epilogue:
"It wasn't my last scene, but it was one of my last scenes. That's where I started the journey of 'Harry Potter,' on the platform, and then to see the girl who's playing our daughter was just psychologically, it was very weird, because she's the same age as me. It was literally having a whole cycle of the journey."
Read the full report right here!
Posted by on 07-06-2010 at 11:05 AM
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Last week we announced that MuggleCast would be hosting a live podcast in the Wizarding World theme park on Friday, July 16 as part of Infinitus' Night of a Thousand Wizards.
So what if you're unable to attend that event or didn't get tickets in time? Well, then you can join us Friday, July 16 at 5 p.m. in Pacific 6 at the Royal Pacific Resort (conference area) for a meet-up that we'll also be recording! We'll talk about the the latest Harry Potter news, your thoughts on the park, and more!
You must be registered for Friday in order to attend this event.
The location is subject to change, so we'll keep you posted. We look forward to seeing all of you next week in Orlando!
Posted by Micah on 07-06-2010 at 5:15 PM
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There's a really easy way for you to help better the world. The Harry Potter Alliance is in the running for the Chase Community Giving Challenge's top prize of $250,000.
All they have to do is have the most votes out of all the charities in the competition.
To vote, CLICK HERE, press the green "Vote Now" button, hit "Like" (if you haven't already), and then press Vote Now again. Encourage your friends to vote too!
It's a ridiculously simple way to help a great cause. Thanks for the support! For the record, here's how The Harry Potter Alliance plans to use the money:
With $250,0000 we can improve Literacy, LGBT Rights, AND build an Online Coalition of Fandoms, Youtube Communities, and Organizations. No one has ever before brought communities like these together and the one time we have, we raised over $123,000 for Haiti. Human rights and fighting global warming continue to lack the kind of energy and enthusiasm that we will bring to the table. Ready to see a game changer in the world of social activism? If we win the $250,000 prepare to see a massive shift!
Posted by on 07-07-2010 at 12:25 AM
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Anyone wishing to get a look at the merchandise sold at Wizarding World of Harry Potter shops can now do so at Universal's online store!
Check out items from Dervish and Banges, Ollivander's, Filch's Emporium and the Owlery. What items are you interested in purchasing?
Thanks to Tony for the tip!
Posted by on 07-07-2010 at 1:45 PM
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UPDATE: Several MuggleNet readers have wrote in to let us know ABC Family has been running a commercial promoting the weekend. The commercial includes behind-the-scenes footage from filming of the Battle of Hogwarts scenes. If anyone's able to capture the commercial (or any of the new content to be seen this weekend), e-mail it to tips at staff dot mugglenet dot com!
Ready for more Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows goodness? This weekend, ABC Family will air new clips and interviews from the film as part of their latest Harry Potter Weekend!
In their words, fans will be treated to never-before-seen interviews and footage of Harry's epic final showdown with Voldemort.
The Harry Potter Weekend starts today (Thursday) at 7:30 PM ET/PT with Sorcerer's Stone. On Friday, watch Sorcerer's Stone and Chamber of Secrets from 3:30 PM to 11 PM ET/PT. On Saturday, catch Chamber of Secrets through Goblet of Fire from 12:30 PM to 11:PM ET/PT. Finally, see Prisoner of Azkaban through Order of the Phoenix on Sunday from 1:30 PM to 11 PM ET/PT.
We expect the Deathly Hallows clips and interviews to air throughout all the aforementioned movies. We will bring you the new clips and interviews as soon as they air. If you manage to capture them, please do send them to tips at staff dot mugglenet dot com!
Posted by on 07-07-2010 at 11:25 PM
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As we've reported over the past few weeks, starting today ABC Family is airing new Deathly Hallows clips and footage as part of their Harry Potter weekend.
The first one just aired on ABC Family. It includes a plethora of new footage and interviews with many cast members who are explaining what's going on in these two films - you MUST WATCH above!
At this point, we're unsure how many new previews will air throughout the weekend. This first piece was pretty lengthy! If you see any new previews, please e-mail them in to tips at staff dot mugglenet dot com!
Thanks to Kristin for the tip.
Posted by on 07-08-2010 at 5:40 PM
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A couple weeks ago we reported that Warner Brothers would be presenting new footage from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows at this year's Comic Con in San Diego.
At the time we did not know whether or not cast or crew would appear. We've just learned that due to scheduling conflicts, they will not be in attendance.
However, WB tells us to still expect never-before-seen footage as well as props and a "special opportunity only available to Comic-Con attendees."
Posted by on 07-09-2010 at 3:10 PM
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As Harry Potter Weekend continues on ABC Family, another first look at Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows has aired!
This one explains how the trio are on the run.
Are you enjoying these previews?
Posted by on 07-09-2010 at 6:30 PM
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Earlier this evening, the third Deathly Hallows clip entitled "Forest Run" aired on ABC Family.
It shows Harry, Ron, and Hermione being chased in the forest by Snatchers. Additionally, Dan, Emma and Rupert kid about who is the fastest runner.
Posted by Micah on 07-09-2010 at 8:05 PM
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The Orlando Sentinel has a nice report on how Universal is dealing with the large crowds descending upon the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park at Universal Orlando. Of note, the article says that the main attraction - Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey - has seen over half a million riders.
Below, find details on how Universal is handling the large crowds:
The crowd-control moves, many of which have an improvised quality to them, range from issuing rafflelike paper tickets to prevent people from cutting into the long queue that appears many mornings at the entrance to Wizarding World, to halting indefinitely the sale of liquor inside the Hog's Head tavern so the bar can more quickly move mugs of butterbeer, the sugary concoction based on a popular drink in the Harry Potter books and movies.
Read more specific details at The Orlando Sentinel. Do you plan on visiting the park soon?
Posted by on 07-09-2010 at 10:30 PM
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Comic Con has revealed their Saturday schedule, which includes the Warner Brothers panel taking place on that day from 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM. The Deathly Hallows portion, which follows panels on Warner Brothers films The Green Hornet and Sucker Punch, reads:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows—Every saga has a final chapter. Kick off the year of Harry Potter with a first look at the coming screen adaptation of J. K. Rowling's final book in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, with a program created just for Comic-Con fans. One way. One hero. One destiny. Don't miss it!
As we reported yesterday, no cast or crew will be attending Comic Con but Warner Brothers promises new clips and an opportunity only available to Comic Con attendees.
Posted by on 07-10-2010 at 10:35 AM
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Warner Brothers today announced details concerning the Prisoner of Azkaban and Goblet of Fire Ultimate Edition DVDs. The Sorcerer's Stone and Chamber of Secret Ultimate Editions were released last year.
We now know POA and GOF will be released on October 19th, 2010 in the United States.
Each edition comes with one piece of an all-new eight part documentary. Prisoner of Azkaban and Goblet of Fire come with the following parts of the documentary:
Creating the World of Harry Potter Part 3: Creatures
Never-before-seen footage of the Creature Shop! Explore never revealed concept drawings, interviews with creators who describe the quest to create real creatures with emotional power to move the adventure forward. Go behind the scenes with Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson as they interact with a marvelous menagerie from magnificent Buckbeak to malevolent Dementors. Watch creatures develop from page to sketch to model to screen. Discover how actors are transformed from humans to rats and werewolves. Witness Voldemort’s evolution from grotesque, infant-like creature to the Darkest Force of all.
Creating the World of Harry Potter Part 4: Sound & Music
For the first time, discover how musical themes for Harry, Hedwig, Luna and Lord Voldemort define each character’s identity. Learn how sound effects experts create the crunch of footsteps on snow and the whoosh of a flying broomstick. Visit recording studios and see how each composer brings his orchestral vision to the films. Plunge into fun as Daniel gets the sound of underwater. Feel the magic as music is added to a scene, intensifying the emotion and steering the story.
More details can be found at this link. Our Ultimate Edition DVD section will be updated soon with this information. Thanks to Rajadhar for the tip.
Posted by on 07-12-2010 at 11:45 AM
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The Harry Potter Alliance is STILL in the running for the Chase Community Giving Challenge's top prize of $250,000. The contest ends tonight at midnight EST and the HPA has been alternating between first and second place for the last few days. Let's push them over the top.
To vote, CLICK HERE, press the green "Vote Now" button, hit "Like" (if you haven't already), and then press Vote Now again.
The HPA plans to use the money improve literacy and help charities that make the world a better place. Don't miss out on your opportunity to make a difference. There are only a few hours left - VOTE NOW! Get all of your friends to vote, too!
NOTE – we’ve been getting notices that the link is not working. If it doesn’t work, keep trying until it does. There are so many people voting right now that the site is overloaded. But keep trying! This ls literally coming down to a difference of a few votes.
Posted by on 07-12-2010 at 1:35 PM
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As we previously reported here, Dan Radcliffe will be starring on Broadway in New York City once again. This time, Dan will be reprising the role of J. Pierrepont Finch in the musical 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'.
The musical will play at the Al Hirschfeld Theater (302 West 45th Street) with previews beginning February 26, 2011 and an opening date set for Sunday March 27, 2011. This 50th Anniversary of the musical will be directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Rob Ashford.
Tickets for the musical will be on sale beginning tomorrow (Tuesday) at 12:01 am EST for American Express cardholders exclusively. Tickets go on sale to the general public Saturday, July 31, at 12:01 am. Prices will range from $52-$132 USD. The schedule for shows is as follows: beginning February 26, Tuesday at 7pm (8pm during previews), Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm, with matinees Wednesday and Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 3pm.
Let us know if you plan on attending the show.
Posted by Keith on 07-12-2010 at 9:05 PM
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On July 18th the Wizarding World will reach its one month anniversary since its public Grand Opening.
So, how are the wait times holding up? Unsurprisingly, the park is still packed with fans who want to experience the park for the first time. We decided to ask our friend Terri - who visited the park the other day - what the wait times were like for her this past Monday.
She found:
- 15 to 20 minute wait to enter Honeydukes and Zonkos shops
- 1 to 2 hour wait to ride Forbidden Journey
- 2 to 3 hour wait to enter Ollivanders Wand Shop
- 1 hour to get into The Three Broomsticks
There was up to a 1 hour wait to simply enter the park this morning (Wednesday). If you have any other wait times you'd like to contribute, please leave them in the comments section of this post!
Posted by on 07-14-2010 at 10:55 AM
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The estate of British author Adrian Jacobs that took on Bloomsbury in 2009 is now suing Scholastic claiming that "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" is "substantially similar" to Jacobs' 1987 book "The Adventures of Willy the Wizard."
“The central theme of each work -- a yearlong wizard contest -- unfolds as similar characters enact parallel plot points,” according to the complaint.
Check out the Bloomberg article here. Has anyone read "The Adventures of Willy the Wizard"? Do you think Jacobs' estate has a valid point?
Posted by on 07-14-2010 at 12:35 AM
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Posted by Keith on 07-16-2010 at 4:00 PM
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The MuggleNet team has been attending Infinitus 2010 in Orlando, Florida over the last few days.
The conference got off to a great start on Thursday with the Opening Feast and there has been tons of formal programming and educational offerings here at the symposium.
MuggleCast did two live shows on Friday (one at the Royal Pacific) and another at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter's Three Broomsticks as part of Night of a Thousand Wizards.
We look forward to giving a full report in the coming days. Look for MuggleCast Episode 203 on Sunday, which will be a combination of both of yesterday's live shows.
Be sure to follow HPEF on Twitter for up-to-the-minute information.
Posted by Micah on 07-17-2010 at 12:10 AM
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Update: Emma Watson's official website has been updated to further confirm her Twitter account of @EmWatson
Today, we have received confirmation that Emma Watson - the actress who plays Hermione Granger - has joined Twitter. This was confirmed by Rob Noble who works on Emma's official website.
Her first tweet:
"Hi everyone, this is the real me! I won't be able to tweet often but I just wanted to say hello. Have a great summer, love, Emma"
To follow all of the Harry Potter Stars who use Twitter, click here
Posted by Keith on 07-17-2010 at 2:45 PM
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In a new interview with the UK Press Association, Matthew Lewis discusses some of the changes that audiences will see in Neville Longbottom during Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
On some of the physical changes of Neville:
"The teeth and the ears were the first to go, and then the fatsuit came shortly after - I look a lot more like him in the new film. I didn't mind wearing all those things because it was appropriate for the character. He's been a bit more bloody and battered as he's been living underground so we've made him slim out."
As readers are aware, Neville becomes a completely changed character in the final installment. He turns into a reckless resistance leader who fights and becomes a heroic figure during the final battle of Hogwarts. Matt states that, "He's (Neville) still not perfect, but he comes through where it counts."
For all we have on the final films, check out our Movie 7 section.
Posted by Micah on 07-19-2010 at 11:05 AM
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Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe has confirmed he will play the lead role in the Hammer movie The Woman in Black. The script has been written by Jane Goldman and the film will be directed by James Watkins.
"Based on an adaptation of Susan Hill's best-selling novel, Radcliffe will play a young lawyer who finds himself embroiled in a ghostly hostage plot."
Hammer became synonymous with the horror genre in the 1950s thanks to films like Dracula and The Mummy.
Production begins this fall.
Posted by Micah on 07-19-2010 at 12:35 AM
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Last week we reported that British author Adrian Jacobs was suing Scholastic, claiming that Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is "substantially similar" to Jacobs' 1987 book The Adventures of Willy the Wizard.
Today, Scholastic commented on the issue saying that the claim "is completely without merit."
"Scholastic spokeswoman Kyle Good says the claim that Rowling's agent, Christopher Little, was also an agent to 'Adrian Jacobs is simply untrue' and says the publisher extends its complete support to a statement made by Rowling earlier this year."
In that statement Rowling said she never heard of the author or the book before the first accusation was made in 2004.
Posted by Micah on 07-20-2010 at 10:20 AM
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In a new interview, Deathly Hallows video game executive producer Jonathan Bunney answers questions fans posted on Facebook. Here is a quick recap:
- The game is different this time around because you are no longer at Hogwarts and is based on both the book and the movies.
- Dan Radcliffe and Emma Watson will not voice the game due to their schedules, while Rupert Grint and the Phelps twins along with other members of the cast will.
- The forests are full of magical creatures: Inferi, dragons, spiders, and something you wouldn't expect to see outside of the grounds of Hogwarts.
- There will not be a traditional Collector's Edition, but EA is doing something special with the packaging.
- The game will not be released on PS2.
Posted by Micah on 07-20-2010 at 10:50 AM
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Today, we received news from Amazon.com that they are now accepting pre-orders for the Prisoner of Azkaban and Goblet of Fire Ultimate Edition DVDs. The DVDs are also now set to be released on October 19th of this year.
As an added bonus feature, these Ultimate Editions include a large section of Behind-the-Scenes footage. The Prisoner of Azkaban edition will feature a look at "Creating the Creatures" in the Harry Potter world, while the Goblet of Fire will feature the "Creation of the Sound and Music" used in the movies.
Initial pricing for each Ultimate Edition is set at $27.99 USD.
For all of our information on the Ultimate Editions DVDs, click here.
Posted by Keith on 07-20-2010 at 11:20 AM
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The latest episode of our Harry Potter podcast is now available, and it features two very special live episodes combined into one!
The first part of this episode features our live podcast at HPEF's Infinitus 2010 Harry Potter symposium. The second part is our podcast that we recorded LIVE in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park! In The Three Broomsticks to be exact.
We had a blast at both shows and thank everyone who attended. We discussed the latest Harry Potter news and shared our thoughts on the theme park.
All that and a LOT more can be heard by downloading! Refresh your iTunes Podcast section to get the latest episode. If you haven't subscribed (for free), click here! No iPod or MP3 player needed! You can also visit the MuggleCast website to listen right within your browser, or to download the MP3 file to your desktop. ENJOY!
Posted by on 07-20-2010 at 2:55 PM
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According to a new article, the most famous train in cinematic history, the 1937 GWR 4900 Class 5972 'Olton Hall' Steam locomotive, also known to fans as the "Hogwarts Express," will be taking its place on display for all to see in the Great Hall of the National Railway Museum.
The Director of Fun for the National Railway Museum (NRM) is 7-year old Harry Potter fan Sam Pointon. Sam was appointed by the NRM last summer to ensure the museum's family-friendly summer activities stay on track.
Of the 'Olton Hall', Sam said, "I really liked seeing 'Olton Hall' in the museum's South Yard last year, but now I want it to be in the Great Hall where more locomotives are and where I can get up close"
Posted by Keith on 07-21-2010 at 07:35 AM
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According to a recent report, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling was spotted this week in the corner of a cafe typing on her laptop. What she is writing, we can only guess as she was sitting with her back firmly against a wall to keep any stray eyes off of her work.
We have reported previously that Jo has been writing what could be the Harry Potter Encyclopedia. It has also been speculated that she is working on a new children's book. Only time will tell.
What do you think she is working on?
Posted by Keith on 07-21-2010 at 07:45 AM
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The official Harry Potter film twitter has revealed that actor Tom Felton will be attending WB's presentation at this weekend's Comic-Con in San Diego.
WB had previously stated that no cast would be present.
New clips from Deathly Hallows will be unveiled during the WB panel on Saturday, July 24 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Posted by on 07-21-2010 at 3:25 PM
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Posted by on 07-22-2010 at 10:15 AM
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As it's now July 23, please join us in wishing actor Daniel Radcliffe a very happy birthday!
Dan turns 21 years old today and has a busy year ahead of him with "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "The Woman in Black."
Leave him your birthday wishes in the comments!
Posted by on 07-22-2010 at 9:05 PM
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The folks behind A Very Potter Musical took the world by storm last year when they debuted their musical comedy focused on the Harry Potter series.
Yesterday, they debuted the follow up titled 'A Very Potter Sequel'!
You can watch it in its entirety here on YouTube.
Are you a fan of these Potter-inspired musicals? We think they're hilarious!
Posted by on 07-23-2010 at 09:05 AM
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The Comic-Con 2010 panel for Harry Potter is today at 11:45 am PT/2:45 pm ET. Andrew is live at the event and will be blogging throughout.
Tom Felton will be presenting new footage from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
To get all the latest information during the event follow our @MuggleNetLive Twitter account.
Posted by Micah on 07-24-2010 at 10:00 AM
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UPDATE: Melissa from Leaky and Andrew recorded a Leaky Mug podcast to recap EVERYTHING that went on concerning Deathly Hallows today! To download, update your MuggleCast podcast RSS feed or click here to directly download the file. We dive into the Deathly Hallows footage that premiered today, talk about our interview with Tom Felton, and more!
The Deathly Hallows panel took place earlier today at Comic-Con 2010 and included a great new clip from the two-part finale. Check out the description in our blog below (we will have video as soon as it is available).
Andrew covered the event live and interviewed actor Tom Felton (who says hello). You can continue to follow his tweets right here @MuggleNetLive as things wrap up.
- Clip included: shots of a dead Dumbledore, Nagini, Bellatrix holding Harry, the 7 Potters, Harry and Hagrid driving through Hogwarts, Snape meeting with Voldemort, Death Eaters congregating, Ron talking about listening to the radio, Harry and Ron's fight, Bellatrix going crazy and lots of shots of Harry and Hagrid on the motorbike.
- Felton: "Everyone has put absolutely everything into it. Without question we're most excited about these films."
- Tom Felton takes the stage at Comic-Con.
- Crowd goes wild as Deathly Hallows introduced.
Posted by Micah on 07-24-2010 at 11:45 AM
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The lead actor of the Harry Potter film series spoke with The Los Angeles Times today via phone and commented on the rumors about his presence at this past week's Comic Com:
"I apologize to all the wishful thinkers for my disappointing non-presence," Radcliffe said Monday by phone from London.
The actor, who has finished some post-production voice work on the last "Potter" film, says he is still grappling a bit with the concept that he will never wear the robes of Hogwarts on screen again. He still cares deeply about "Potter" fans, though -- he sounded genuinely distressed to hear for the first time about the wildfire rumors that led fans to believe he would be at the San Diego pop-culture expo that wrapped up on Sunday.
"Really? Oh, God, I had no idea. I suppose it's like when I'm at Reading Festival and I hear that suddenly some amazing band is going to play a surprise gig and then it turns out to be total fiction."
Dan also discussed how his 21st birthday went. He revealed that he had spent the time with two friends in St. Petersburg. Read the full article at this link!
Posted by on 07-26-2010 at 7:50 PM
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The WB Shop has kicked off a new sale through Monday in celebration of Harry's birthday on the 31st.
They are offering up to 50% off a variety of merchandise.
Will you buy anything to celebrate Harry's birthday?
Posted by on 07-29-2010 at 1:30 PM
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Thanks to MuggleNet reader Laura for pointing out that a new Harry Potter shirt has hit Hot Topic stores, and it appears to be for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
The black shirt has an "Undesirable No. 1" poster on it with Harry's face and name. A similar shirt appeared at Comic Con and was given out to those who attended the Warner Brothers panel.
You can check it out on HotTopic.com at this link.
Posted by on 07-30-2010 at 11:05 AM
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The Scotsman reports that a horoscope and natal chart written by JK Rowling some time ago for the parents of a baby boy is now up for sale:
The multi-millionaire writer, who celebrates her 45th birthday tomorrow had met the parents of the boy at baby classes she attended with daughter Jessica when she was a penniless single mother in Edinburgh.
The horoscope, dedicated to Jack David Buchanan who was born in 1994, offers a fascinating insight into Rowling's writing and imagination before she went on to worldwide success.
The cover illustration depicts the chart's key astrological symbols of the sun, fishes and a lion in pen, ink, and coloured pencil laid down on bright blue coloured card.
In it, Rowling, who is worth more than £500million, displays a detailed knowledge of Western astrology which was later to play an important part in her books.
She wrote: "Born the cusp of Aquarius and Pisces. He will enjoy school, perhaps be accident-prone, (like all Pisces) could be prone to alcoholism, and (perhaps like us all) may well fall in love with someone totally incompatible."
Posted by on 07-30-2010 at 11:25 AM
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Not even two months after the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park opened in Orlando, today there are rumors concerning a park to be opened in India featuring rides from Universal properties such as Harry Potter. From The Wall Street Journal:
Reliance, a media-to-energy conglomerate backed by billionaire Anil Ambani, would be full owner of the park but would pay Universal royalties and fees for using brands and content linked to popular Hollywood movies such as "Jaws," "E.T.," "Spider-Man" and the "Harry Potter" franchise, this person said.
The park would look much like Universal's other major theme parks in Los Angeles, Orlando, Fla., and Japan, with a variety of roller coasters and rides, shops with movie-related merchandise and nearby hotels. The complex is expected to stretch over 400 acres, which would make it one of the biggest such sites in the world, the person familiar with the matter said.
Reliance's Big Entertainment subsidiary and Universal, a unit of General Electric Co.'s NBC Universal, still are discussing terms, but could reach a deal this year. One person familiar with the matter warned, however, that talks are at an early stage, and could yet break down.
Posted by on 07-30-2010 at 6:00 PM
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As it is now July 31st in the United Kingdom, we'd like to wish the happiest of birthdays to Harry Potter author JK Rowling and her lead character.
Jo is turning 45 today, while Harry is turning 30.
As EVERYONE can agree, JK Rowling and Harry Potter have made a huge impact on all of our lives. We are so grateful for the stories JK Rowling has given us. Thank you, Jo!
Be sure to leave your birthday wishes for Jo and Harry in the comments.
Posted by on 07-30-2010 at 6:30 PM
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