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In a startling revelation by director extraordinaire Baz Luhrmann, whose new film The Great Gatsby was just recently released in theaters worldwide, we learned that he was offered to direct Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Baz Luhrmann, who also directed the hugely popular Moulin Rouge, starring Harry Potter actor Jim Broadbent, recently revealed this information in a new interview with ComingSoon.net.
This week, Audiofictions takes you to the Quidditch pitch, where thrills and spills are going down at yet another match, but this time, the main action’s in the stands, not in the air. Meanwhile, MerMuggle readers theGreatOm and Jessie Lights are spinning tales about enemies turned friends and lost love.
As many members of the MuggleNet staff were enjoying MISTI-Con last weekend at the lovely Margate Hotel in Laconia, New Hampshire – surrounded by a beautiful lake and picturesque cottages – we couldn’t help but wonder this: How awesome would a Hogwarts resort be?
It’s that time again, fans! MuggleSpace – MuggleNet’s own Harry Potter social network – is holding its annual Banner Contest. Last year’s contest produced some amazing and inspiring designs (like the above picture), and we’re eager to see you guys do it again!
Antonius and Vijay generally love to entertain their fans with musical numbers on their YouTube channel, but this time they have created something more geared to those who love visual art… and Harry Potter! Check out this new video in which they draw Harry Potter’s life while singing along.
Potter actor Devon Murray, who plays Seamus Finnigan, will officially be attending LeakyCon Portland this June. He will be there along with Scarlett Byrne (Pansy Parkinson) and Ellie Darcey-Alden (young Lily Evans).
Just yesterday the Alohomora! hosts Kat Miller, Caleb Graves, Laura Reilly and myself recorded an episode for a live audience at MISTI-Con – the immersive fan experience in Laconia, New Hampshire! That’s not all,...
In this week’s Caption Contest image, Dumbledore leaves the Green Lantern to Ron in his will. This is a special Maniacal Month caption image! Read all of the winning captions for this week’s contest now!
After finally confirming the expansion of Orlando’s Wizarding World last week, Thierry Coup, senior vice president of Universal Creative, spoke with Fox News about the latest changes and what will be on offer when it opens to customers. Speaking with Ricky Brigante (Fox News), Coup discussed the reasons behind the extension, the logistics of the new attractions, including the Hogwarts Express, as well as hinting at which attractions shall be featured in Diagon Alley.