Harry Potter News

Images: Emma Watson’s Makeup Line for Lancome

Dec 15, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Watson

We now have images in our galleries of Emma Watson’s new promotion for her upcoming make-up line for Lancome. The lipstick, called Rouge in Love, will be released in early February 2012. Enjoy! Thanks to SnitchSeeker!

Rupert Grint and Oliver Phelps Visit Sainsbury School

Dec 15, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Grint

The Bishop Walsh Roman Catholic School in Sutton Coldfield recently won a contest held by WB to have Rupert Grint visit their school: n celebration of the release of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ’ Part 2″ on 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray Triple Play and DVD on the 2nd December, Warner Home Video and Sainsbury’s …read more!

Alan Rickman Voted Broadway’s Sexiest Man, Interview with NPR

Dec 12, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Rickman

Broadway.com recently asked readers to vote for Broadway’s Sexiest Man and Alan Rickman (Severus Snape) won the title. Second and third place went to Hugh Jackman and Nick Adams respectively. Rickman also did an interview with NPR where he discusses a variety of topics including his new play “Seminar,” his role in Harry Potter, and …read more!

Pottermore Insider Releases “The Keeper of the Keys” Artwork

Dec 12, 2011

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

The Pottermore Insider has updated with some more user submitted artwork for Chapter Four, “The Keeper of the Keys.” You can see the artwork here.

Harry Potter Series Given Special Award from AFI

Dec 11, 2011

Posted by: Mel

DH Film

AFI has announced their nominees for their 2011 AFI Awards, and the “Harry Potter” series will be receiving a special award as it does not fit AFI’s criteria for other honorees: AFI also gave “The Artist” and the “Harry Potter” franchise special awards (AFI’s special kudos recognize films that don’t meet the org general awards …read more!

Winners of Leaky’s November Contest Announced

Dec 11, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Contests

The winners of Leaky’s November contest, where readers were charged with creating a new obstacle to protect the Sorcerer’s/Philosopher’s Stone, have been chosen! First place went to Lady Black, second place to A Sluggish Memory, third place went to Laura Keaton, and honorable mentions went to Calum Wilson and Clara Guinez. You can see what …read more!

“The Scorpio Races” by Maggie Stiefvater

Dec 11, 2011

Posted by: John Admin

Misc

Be sure to catch THE SCORPIO RACES, the book that Seventeen.com called “A wonderful combination of Harry Potter and The Hunger Games that you won’t ever want to end.” Written by bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater of SHIVER and FOREVER, THE SCORPIO RACES tells the magical adventure of the most dangerous race in the world where …read more!

“Deathly Hallows: Part 2” Shortlisted for Visual Effects Oscar

Dec 10, 2011

Posted by: John Admin

DH Film

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2” is shortlisted as one of the top 15 films that is in the running for a 2012 visual effects Oscar. The list was released by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Other films in the running include “Thor,” “Captain America,” “Super 8” and “Sucker …read more!

Pottermore Insider Updates with Harry Potter Reading Survey

Dec 09, 2011

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

The Pottermore Insider has updated its site with a reading survey – which can be taken by anyone, not just those in Pottermore Beta: While many of you are aware that we’re busy improving and developing the Pottermore experience, you might also be interested to know that we’re hard at work preparing the Pottermore Shop, …read more!

For Your Consideration Ad for the Golden Globes

Dec 08, 2011

Posted by: Mel

DH Film

WB has released another For Your Consideration ad for “Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” this time aimed at the Golden Globes. WB recommends “Deathly Hallows: Part 2” for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor (Dan Radcliffe and Rupert Grint), Best Actress (Emma Watson), Best Supporting Actor (Ralph Fiennes and Alan Rickman), Best Supporting Actress …read more!



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