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“Deathly Hallows – Part 2” officially Best Movie of the Summer

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“Deathly Hallows – Part 2” officially Best Movie of the Summer

Not surprisingly Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 has received the official tag as ‘Best Summer Movie for 2011’ according to the poll released by NextMovie.com. Fans also voted and with a 49% majority elected their favorite moment from the final movie. The movie currently sits at the Number 3 position for all-time worldwide gross at almost $1.3 Billion but also holds some of the following distinctions according to Box Office Mojo. See what those titles are here.

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

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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.

Are you going to Dragon*Con? HPEF will be there

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Are you going to Dragon*Con? HPEF will be there

This weekend, Dragon*Con, the “largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music and film in the universe,” is happening in Atlanta, GA. Our friends at HPEF will be present as will actor Tom Felton. FInd out about their scheduled events, Twitter trivia challenge and how to register right here!

Ralph Fiennes hopes “Potter” fans lured to watch him perform Shakespeare

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Ralph Fiennes hopes “Potter” fans lured to watch him perform Shakespeare

Actor Ralph Fiennes – who portrayed Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter series – is taking on the role of Prospero in Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’ in London’s West End. Ralph hopes that ‘Potter’ fans, who otherwise may not care much for Shakespeare, are encouraged him perform on stage. Ralph explains why portraying roles for ‘The Tempest’ and ‘Harry Potter’ may not be dissimilar at all.

MuggleNet’s September birthday reminders

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MuggleNet’s September birthday reminders

This month we would like to make special mention of all the MuggleNet and MuggleCast staff members along with the actors/actresses who will be celebrating their birthdays this month and who have all played such an instrumental role in keeping the fandom and franchise alive and even better.