Feb 09, 2017
Emma Watson stars in the upcoming thriller, The Circle, based on the novel by Dave Eggers. The film, directed by James Ponsoldt, follows Mae Holland, a young woman who lands her dream job at the titular tech company and then, as she opens up her life through its channels, falls prey to the oppressive surveillance it’s …read more!
Feb 09, 2017
ELLE UK just announced on their Instagram page that not only will Emma Watson be returning to their cover in March, but they will also be awarding her the ‘Woman of the Year’ Award at the 2017 ELLE Style Awards. The ELLE Style Awards will be on February 13th and ELLE will be recognizing Emma for all of her …read more!
Feb 09, 2017
David Heyman, the producer of all eight Harry Potter films as well as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, is developing a small screen adaption of the award-winning 1985 epic, Out of Africa according to The Hollywood Reporter here. The film version of Out of Africa, which starred Robert Redford and Meryl Streep, won seven …read more!
Feb 09, 2017
Stuart Craig designed sets for all eight Potter movies, as well as Fantastic Beasts. He’s a creative genius and is to thank for much of the beauty we see in these films, and The Telegraph interviewed him on bringing J.K. Rowling’s visions to life, and on his BAFTA nomination. Craig shares how his interest in Production …read more!
Feb 09, 2017
Released last month, Alone in Berlin showcased Emma Thompson and Brendan Gleeson doing their best to bring life two underwritten characters. The film proceeds very predictably, with no unexpected twists or turns. It depicts the story of a World War II tragedy with flavorless efficiency. For the first time since 2007, Vincent Perez directs this suspense-less book-to-movie …read more!
Feb 08, 2017
Emma Watson fans rejoice! As the release date for Disney’s live-action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast draws closer, two new TV spots have been released with new footage to discuss. Disney fans will recognize many Easter eggs in the new teasers, including a peek at the climactic showdown between the Beast and Gaston and a hint …read more!
Feb 08, 2017
There’s a lot of news this week surrounding Harry Potter alums for doing what stellar, seasoned actors do–act. Michael Gambon and Jim Broadbent are in talks to commit to a new film, a current Ralph Fiennes’ project gets a release date, and Timothy Spall is honored to be a presenter at an awards ceremony recognizing actors following in his …read more!
Feb 08, 2017
Sonia Friedman, award-winning producer of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has another seemingly successful production on its way to the London stage. In addition to her numerous accolades reported recently by Leaky here, and her involvement in an upcoming musical here and the stage adaption of 1984 here, Sonia Friedman Productions is bringing The …read more!
Feb 08, 2017
Today we celebrate the 85th birthday of John Williams, composer of the iconic Hedwig’s Theme! John Williams has given us a lifetime of excellent movie scores, from Harry Potter to Star Wars and Jurassic Park, it’s no doubt that we’re all a fan of this world-class composer’s work. Warming up for his career with piano lessons throughout his childhood, John Williams began …read more!
Feb 08, 2017
Daniel Radcliffe appeared today on Good Morning Britain with co-star Joshua McGuire to discuss their roles in the upcoming 50th Anniversary production of Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead at the Old Vic in London. When Radcliffe was asked about returning as the Boy Who Lived, in a possible film version of Harry Potter and …read more!