“SpeakBeasty” Episode 29: “Women Are Unicorns”
On Episode 29, join our hosts for a discussion about unicorns, women protesters at the turn of the century, and why we think MACUSA President Seraphina Picquery deserved better!
On Episode 29, join our hosts for a discussion about unicorns, women protesters at the turn of the century, and why we think MACUSA President Seraphina Picquery deserved better!
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Film / FB Awards / News
by Sophie Reid · Published January 24, 2017 · Last modified January 4, 2021
With the announcement of the Oscar nominations, we’re delighted to see “Fantastic Beasts” among the nominees!
Was Eddie Redmayne the right choice for Newt Scamander? Will there be more diversity in “Fantastic Beasts” films? What the heck is a Hoop Snake?! All this and more on Episode 6 of “SpeakBeasty”!
In a new interview with the “Telegraph”, Eddie Redmayne has spoken about Oscar expectations, as well as preparing for the role of Newt Scamander in “Fantastic Beasts”.
Daniel Radcliffe is currently busy promoting his latest project, “Swiss Army Man”, at the Sundance Film Festival. Yesterday, new stills were released for the film, and we received the official film synopsis. At the film’s premiere, Radcliffe discussed the controversy surrounding the lack of diversity in the 2016 Academy Award nominations and the subsequent boycott of the ceremony by stars such as Will Smith and Spike Lee.
The Oscar nominations yesterday were rather overshadowed by the sad news that actor Alan Rickman had passed away. Nonetheless, despite the sad day, we were glad to see that there were some familiar names among the nominations.
Daniel Radcliffe and Eddie Redmayne are among the famous faces who have been invited to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. In total, 322 people have been invited to become members, with many coming from various technical fields.
Alumni Social Media Roundup / J.K. Rowling
by Sophie Reid · Published March 1, 2015 · Last modified August 16, 2021
This week’s social roundup sees many highs and lows happening across the entertainment world.
It’s been a busy award season, with plenty of “Potter” alumni picking up awards at the BAFTAs, the SAG Awards, the Golden Globes, and more. Last night, the Oscars took place, and plenty of projects featuring familiar “Potter” names picked up awards.