Author: Eric S.

Fandom videos spotlight: The War, and “literal” spoof

Fandom videos spotlight: The War, and “literal” spoof

Once again our weekly showcase of smart, creative Potter videos is back. Our first video arrived days after Harry Potter was named highest-grossing film franchise of all time, and offers a great example of why the series has achieved such notoriety. Our second video is a spoof of Warner Bros.’ marketing of the 7th and 8th Potter films, in the form of a “Literal video” makeover of the first full Deathly Hallows, Parts 1 and 2 trailer.

Fandom videos spotlight: Hermione Granger tribute and David Bowie song

Fandom videos spotlight: Hermione Granger tribute and David Bowie song

As today (September 19th) is Hermione Granger’s birthday, our videos this week were selected in her honor. Firstly is a very special cover of singer Demi Lovato’s “Like a Skyscraper” that features voiceovers and clips from each of the Potter films. Our second video features superstar musician David Bowie’s 1969 song “Letter to Hermione.”

Rupert Grint to lend voice for upcoming Postman Pat movie

Rupert Grint to lend voice for upcoming Postman Pat movie

Britain’s iconic “post man,” Postman Pat, of the 1981 BBC One stop-motion animated series, is getting his own movie. Harry Potter’s own Rupert Grint will be lending his voice to the movie alongside a few other Potter alums. Find out what Rupert’s past with the series was like here.

Ascendio 2012 opens Call for Papers

Ascendio 2012 opens Call for Papers

Heading to Ascendio 2012? It’s H.P.E.F.’s latest Harry Potter conference set in one of the Universal Orlando hotels by the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park. This week, Ascendio has opened its Call for Papers, an annual invitation to submit your work of any kind to be considered as formal programming during the Harry Potter convention. They have also released the details of this year’s theme.

Fandom videos spotlight: “The Vortex,” and The Black Sisters

Fandom videos spotlight: “The Vortex,” and The Black Sisters

This week MuggleNet’s fandom video spotlight takes us to two video created by and starring some of the biggest Potter fans. In the first, we take a look at “Potter Puppet Pals : The Vortex” which spoofs the Potter universe by portraying the effects of Harry’s inflated ego on his peers. Secondly we look at “The Black Sisters” as this delightful duo shares their opinions on the beta testing period of Pottermore. Whether they be classic videos, fan favorites or brand new to the web, the global community of Harry Potter fans has never been shy to express its enthusiasm.

MuggleNet remembers 9/11 terrorist attacks

MuggleNet remembers 9/11 terrorist attacks

Ten years ago tragedy, mass panic and disaster struck our nation as we awoke to the news that the New York City skyline had been permanently and unwillingly altered for the worse. A decade later some of our most senior staff reflect on that morning.

7th annual “Potter” celebration promises games, fun, and magic

7th annual “Potter” celebration promises games, fun, and magic

Later this month, the Peoria Park District of Peoria, IL is hosting its final “Return to Hogwarts” festival. Dubbed as a form of “edutainment” (education + entertainment) the two-day celebration will be held in the main park district, which will be modeled after Hogwarts grounds which including its very own black lake. Find out how to get tickets here.

Emma Watson co-stars in Marilyn Monroe biopic, screened tonight in Illinois

Emma Watson co-stars in Marilyn Monroe biopic, screened tonight in Illinois

MuggleNet finds itself at a screening of the new film starring Emma Watson, “My Week with Marilyn”. The movie portrays Marilyn Monroe as she heads to England to film “The Prince and the Showgirl”. Emma plays Lucy, a wardrobe assistant on the film who is a romantic interest for the male lead Colin (Eddie Redmayne), an assistant on the whole production who writes the memoir on which the film is based.