Harry Potter News

Brendan Gleeson Stars in ‘Trespass Against Us’

Feb 11, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Films, Gleeson, HP Cast, Movies, News, Trailers

Brendan Gleeson, well known to Harry Potter fans as the eccentric Mad-Eye Moody, stars as the head of the rag-tag Cutler family in the new film, Trespass Against Us. Gleeson has developed a knack for portraying the authoritative figure who commands attention while often acting unnervingly unpredictably, and here he employs that unusual charisma to lead those around him in a life of …read more!

New ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Pendants from KING ICE

Feb 11, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Fantastic Beasts Movie, News, Products, Warner Bros.

Men’s street-wear brand KING ICE has teamed up with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to launch an official line of Fantastic Beasts pendants. Three 3D-designed gold-plated and three white gold-plated pendants will be offered, including the MACUSA emblem, and owl and a key to MACUSA. The website states: “Created exclusively for Warner Bros. newest franchise, King Ice …read more!

James and Oliver Phelps at Harry Potter: The Exhibition in The Netherlands

Feb 11, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts Movie, HP Cast, Interviews, Phelps, Phelps Interviews

James and Oliver Phelps have been in attendance at most of the Harry Potter: The Exhibition openings, and this week they were in The Netherlands for the latest show. SnitchSeeker sat down with the twins about their favourite moments on Potter, and their thoughts on Fantastic Beasts. Listen to the audio here, and see some of SnitchSeeker’s …read more!

Julie Walters and Cast Begin Filming ‘Mary Poppins Returns’!

Feb 10, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Films, HP Cast, Movies, News, Walters

Walt Disney Studios announced that Mary Poppins Returns is now currently filming at Shepperton Studios in Surrey, England, boasting a star-studded cast which includes Julie Walters, beloved matriarch of the Harry Potter series first family, the Weasleys. Walters will play Ellen, housekeeper for the now-grown Michael Banks, who still resides on Cherry Tree Lane. No …read more!

Emma Watson: Strong in ‘The Circle’ and in Life

Feb 09, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Directors, Films, HP Cast, Interviews, Music, News, Trailers, Watson, Watson Interviews

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!

ELLE UK Names Emma Watson ‘Woman of the Year’

Feb 09, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Honors/Awards, Interviews, News, Watson, Watson Interviews

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!

‘Harry Potter’ Producer Brings ‘Out of Africa’ to Television

Feb 09, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Filmmaker Interviews, Films, Heyman, Heyman Interviews, News, Producers, Television Programmes

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!

Stuart Craig & Pottermore Explore the 1920s in ‘Fantastic Beasts’

Feb 09, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Crew Interviews, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Film Awards, Films, Interviews, Movies, News, Pottermore

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!

Emma Thompson and Brendan Gleeson in ‘Alone in Berlin’

Feb 09, 2017

Posted by: Storie Chastain

Films, Gleeson, Media, Movies, News, Thompson

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!

New ‘Beauty and the Beast’ TV Spots Released

Feb 08, 2017

Posted by: Zack DiGirolamo

Films, HP Cast, News, Thompson, Watson

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!



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