CC #385: Week of March 30, 2014
In this week’s Caption Contest image, Amycus Carrow watches over the Hogwarts students. Read all of the winning captions for this week’s contest now!
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Rupert Grint rumored to star in new movie
According to a new article as well as IMDb, there is speculation about a new film, which also includes the rumor that Rupert Grint – who portrayed Ronald Weasley in the “Harry Potter” films – will have a starring role.
‘Alohomora!’ Episode 79: ‘Enough Effing Scowls’ – now available!
MuggleNet’s global book club “Alohomora!” continues its reread of the “Harry Potter” series with Chapter 2 of “Order of the Phoenix”. Join hosts Eric, Laura, and Michael and special guest host Dan Pihlkar as they discuss “A Peck of Owls.”
Quidditch Comes to Life!
Playing quidditch in the air may be closer than you think! Say hello to the HoverBall, a possible precursor to a real-life Golden Snitch.
Dawn French to embark on first solo tour
Dawn French, the British comic actress who portrayed the Fat Lady in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban”, is set to embark on her first solo tour. The award-winning actress and best-selling novelist has written a new show based on her life and career titled “30 Million Minutes”.
The Knight Bus arrives at Diagon Alley in Orlando
That’s right! The Knight Bus now has a home at the brand new Diagon Alley expansion at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando. There have been some more details released about its purpose and position in the new park.
Julie Walters to receive BAFTA Fellowship
Julie Walters is set to be given a prestigious BAFTA Fellowship next month. BBC News reports that Walters will be recognized for her contribution to film and TV, where she first gained recognition partnering with the comedian Victoria Wood in shows such as “Wood and Walters”.
Metaphorical Potions
Professor Snape,
I (obviously) have a question that I believe you have the answer to. If, metaphorically speaking, you wished to get rid of a rather annoying teacher (Professor Gilderoy Lockhart for example), what would be the best potion or poison to either disable or kill (I’d be perfectly happy with the latter!) them so that one does not have to endure his incessant ability to incite blood-lust in even the most…
Music Never Lies
Dear Professor Snape,
With all my respect, I think that Professor Dumbledore used and abused you (and maybe Harry) and was very selfish when he asked you to kill him. I know you promised him loyalty, but how do you feel about it? Or do you think I’m wrong with that point of view?
