MuggleNet.com | Since 1999
It’s a well-known fact that throughout the “Potter” series we’re introduced to a number of different animals, both “Muggle” and magical, each of which are uniquely portrayed by Rowling in their own way. In an interview with BBC Radio 4, Rowling expressed that she typically liked to derive many of these creatures from folklore and mythology, and many, even the seemingly “normal” ones, exemplify magical properties (think owls delivering mail). Further, though, I think it’s important to recognize that a lot of the different creatures in the “Potter” series haven’t necessarily been given happy endings, or stories for that matter.
Since its release in October “Gravity”, directed and produced by Alfonso Cuarón and David Heyman, has won countless honors – most recently at the Oscars. Now, the highly-praised film has earned another honor.
As you will know from recent interviews, Daniel Radcliffe is currently starring in “The Cripple of Inishmaan” on Broadway, reprising a role that he has played before. The play opened last night (April 20) at the Cort Theater. Daniel has been busy promoting the play recently, and in a new interview with “Newsday” he has spoken more about the challenges of taking on the role.
Sir Michael Gambon – who portrayed Albus Dumbledore in the “Harry Potter” films from “Prisoner of Azkaban” onward – opened up in a recent interview about his Alzheimer’s fears and upcoming roles. The Irish-born 73-year-old actor revealed that he is so concerned about his memory loss, he wears an earpiece when acting on stage in case he forgets his lines.
Ben, a Ravenclaw from Wyoming, is the newest Fan of the Week. Read on to find out what he would see in the Mirror of Erised and how he became a “Harry Potter” fan!
Be it cats, cows or bearded dragons, the Potter alumni were animal crazy this week. Find out more in the latest MuggleNet Twitter Roundup.
The new comprehensive Blu-ray/DVD collection has been available for pre-order since March, but fans will soon be able to actually experience the all-new box set that includes all eight “Harry Potter” films and 45+ hours of previously released bonus material: the Harry Potter Hogwarts Collection. Soon, fans will be able to purchase the box set in-store or online.
Dear Professor Lupin,
I wonder how you transform into an Animagus. Does it hurt? Tell me everything that is worthy to know about Animagi because I really want to do it. Do you have any tips?
As you may have noticed, there have been a number of different interviews with Daniel Radcliffe as of late because of his return to Broadway to star in “The Cripple of Inishmaan”. His most recent is with “Vanity Fair”, taking part in their Proust Questionnaire – a Q&A which gives us a closer look at Dan’s personality. Here are just some of the responses that he gave.
