GoF Rumor Debunked: No New James and Lily
Italian magazine La Gazzetta de Maghi e delle Streghe ('The Gazette of Mages and Witches,' says my rusty Italian), carried a story in its February edition that said that there were to be a new James and Lily Potter in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, actors Romola Garai and Christien AnholtContinued...
Waylett Breaks Wrist
HP actor Jamie Waylett said on his online diary (which includes a pic of him in his sling) that he fell off his bike and fractured his wrist. He doesn't seem to be ruling out conspiracies:
John said nobody was near me when I fell....But I'm sure I was pushed....
And I bet it was one of Harry or Ron's friends ;-)
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Xpose Magazine Feature on Harry Potter
The new issue of magazine "Xpose"contains a big feature on the Harry Potter films this month. In an article about "13 magical moments from the Harry Potter series", one highlight posted on their website takes a look at the owl post scene from the first film. This issue of the magazineContinued...
Rupert Grint to Judge U.K. Children's Film Contest
Actor Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) will be among the celebrity judges for a film awards contest that highlights young filmmakers from the UK. The First Light Film Awards, which celebrate short films made by children between the ages of 5 and 18 , will be presented in London on February 23rd. OtherContinued...
Harry Potter Gets Two Kid's Choice Nominations
Variety is reporting today that Harry Potter has received two nominations again this year for the 18th Annual Nickelodeon "Kid's Choice Awards". Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban received a nomination for Best Movie, while the Harry Potter novels were nominated for Best BookContinued...
Isaacs' New Film Screening in Aspen
Tennis Anyone...?, starring Jason Isaacs (aka Lucius Malfoy) will be screening Feb 10th at the Comedy Arts Film Festival in Aspen, CO, Martyne of the Unofficial Jason Isaacs Page tells us. The movie will show on Feb 10 and Feb 12. Isaacs plays Johnnie Green. Click below for the film's summary.
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Rupert in Negotiations to Film Between Potters?
Veritaserum.com reports today that a representative of Rupert Grint's talent agency, Actual Management, told them that Rupert is in negotiations to star in the new film "Driving Lessons," to be written and directed by Jeremy Brock and also star Julie Walters (Mrs. Weasley). The film wouldContinued...
Rupert: Still reading OotP, Not sure about film five
Veritaserum.net has translated a French magazine article in which Rupert Grint (aka Ron Weasley) reveals a few things:
- He hasn't finished reading OotP (got stuck on chapter 3)
- He hasn't decided whether he'll be staying for the OotP film yet
- He doesn't want to play romantic scenes
- HeContinued...
Dark Horizons: Hurley for Bellatrix?
Ace movie site Dark Horizons reports today that during CNBC News last night, "it was apparently revealed that Elizabeth Hurley has been offered a part in the fifth Harry Potter Movie 'The Order of The Phoenix' with the character described only as an 'evil witch.'
That would make her Bellatrix,Continued...
Pics of Jason Isaacs at the Sundance Film Festival
Martyne of The Unofficial Jason Isaacs Page has posted a collection of pictures of Isaacs, who plays Lucius Malfoy in the Potter films, at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival. Isaacs also autographed two calendars at the time, which the site will be selling on eBay for charity in the future.
Devon Murray Confirmed for Australia Show Appearance
Devon Murray (Seamus Finnigan) is confirmed to be appearing at the Supernova pop culture expo in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, on April 9 and 10 of this year.
This one is absolutely certain. Devon and his mom sent TLC this message for the fans: "Devon really appreciates the people whoContinued...
Julie Walters Interview : Confirms Not in Goblet of Fire
Actress Julie Walters has given a new interview to The Express newspaper where she talks about her role as Molly Weasley. She confirms that she will not be seen in the upcoming Goblet of Fire film. The actress is quoted as saying:
"To be honest, I was a bit hurt not to be in it,"Continued...
Potter Actors to Help Raise Funds for Tsunami Relief
Two actors from the Harry Potter films are taking place in a event to help raise money for the victims of the Tsunami disaster. Julie Walters (Molly Weasley) and Dawn French (The Fat Lady) are performing in Comic Aid, a night of stand-up comedy, on February 22nd at the Hammersmith Apollo inContinued...
GOF Pics: First Look Viktor, Dark Mark, Mermaids, Golden Egg and More
Edit note and update: Hey guys. At Warner Bros.' polite request we have removed these images. Warner Bros. sends their apologies and admits there was a faux pas that allowed these images to go live - as has been mentioned before, they had planned to release an image of KrumContinued...
FX Show: Murray, Phelpses Can't Appear
Due to filming obligations, Devon Murray (Seamus) and the Phelps twins (Weasley twins) cannot appear at the Coolest Show on Earth in Orlando, Florida, this month. The company who was arranging their visits sends their regrets to the fans and hopes to make it up to them in the future. The news will be postedContinued...