Archive for September, 2008

Becoming a Harry Potter fan

Sep 11, 2008

Posted by: Doris

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Wow! My first ever blog! I cannot tell you how excited I am about this. This blog will be about being new to Harry Potter and the experiences that come with that. I am just past the one year mark of when I first picked up “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” I would like …read more!

Emma Watson Comments on “Half-Blood Prince” Delay

Sep 10, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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At the recent National Movie Awards, actress Emma Watson made very brief comments to reporters on the red carpet regarding the delay of “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” In this video via YouTube, Emma can be heard saying what while she feels they have done the right thing for the movie, she also appeared …read more!

Phelps Twins to Give Behind Scenes Look at Potter Films in London

Sep 10, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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Fans of James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) will be in for a treat this weekend, as they are due to take part in a special CBBC free public event and give a behind the scenes look at the Harry Potter films. As noted on Newsround, the twins will be taking part in …read more!

Personality Quizzes and Apologies

Sep 10, 2008

Posted by: John Admin

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How many times have I apologized now? I’m still having trouble getting into the system to blog, and for that I apologize yet again! I’m trying very hard to get in, and when I do get in sometimes the post that I type out doesn’t save! Anyways, this is something that I’ve always wanted to …read more!

Once More, With Feeling!

Sep 09, 2008

Posted by: John Admin

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So¦ I am still really depressed about the stuff they changed in the HBP movie. I didn’t want to bring you all down with another rant though, so I decided to write a song about it. It’s to ˜We Will Rock You’ by Queen. Forget that it’s totally random and sing along! Harry you’re a …read more!

Ralph Fiennes: “Indications that it’ll happen” for Return in “Deathly Hallows”

Sep 09, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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Ralph Fiennes has given a new interview to Entertainment Weekly, where the actor reflects on his role as Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter series. He also speaks favorably regrading the question about his appearance in the final two Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows films by saying: “I’m not officially contracted to the last …read more!

JKR/WB vs RDR Books Trial: Statements Regarding Ruling

Sep 08, 2008

Posted by: KristinTLC

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Since the opinion earlier today in which Judge Patterson ruled in favor of J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers, the following statements have been issued. From J.K. Rowling: “I took no pleasure at all in bringing legal action and am delighted that this issue has been resolved favourably. I went to court to uphold the right …read more!

JKR/WB vs. RDR Books Trial: JKR Wins Copyright Case

Sep 08, 2008

Posted by: KristinTLC

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News sources are reporting that the judge in the case of J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers vs. RDR Books has issued a ruling. From WNBC NY: “The small publisher was not contesting that the lexicon infringes upon Rowling’s copyright but argued that it was a fair use allowable by law for reference books. In his …read more!

Wall Street Journal on the Wrath of Harry Potter Fans

Sep 08, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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As readers are aware, the news of the delay in the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film until July 17, 2009 was met with great emotion, dismay, and a fair amount of anger. The Wall Street Journal has a new article online today, focusing on the reaction to the news from Warner …read more!

Official: EA Delays “Half-Blood Prince” Video Game Until Summer 09

Sep 08, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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As expected, EA, the makers of the Harry Potter video games, have formally announced their plans to delay the release of the “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” video game until Summer 09 (no specific date yet mentioned). Moving the release of the game to coincide with the new release date of the sixth Harry …read more!



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