Archive for July, 2009

Rumor Alert: Harry Potter Theme Park Based on GoF Time Frame, Custom MagiQuest for Park, New Footage More

Jul 17, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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Several interesting bits of news tonight regarding the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Theme Park currently under construction in Orlando, Florida. First, Central Florida in Demand has a special treat for subscribers with a new video feature on the Theme Park, including new looks at the plans for the mammoth Castle. You can see a …read more!

Watch We Are Wizards Online

Jul 17, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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While we have seen this film streamed online several times before, thanks to Snagfilms for letting us know fans can watch the We Are Wizards documentary again in full online at this link. Enjoy!Update: As noted by the many complaints below, this appears to be only available to viewers in the US alas.Thanks Andie!

Bonnie Wright and Evanna Lynch Attend Premiere of Half-Blood Prince in Denmark

Jul 17, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

HBP Film

The global rollout of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince continues, as actresses Bonnie Wright (Ginny) and Evanna Lynch (Luna) were guests at the premiere in Denmark. Thanks to our Order Partner BonnieWrightOnline, you can see some great new photos of the ladies here, with a scan from the local paper here from SS.

More Interviews with Cast of Half-Blood Prince Including TV Guide at Premiere, More

Jul 17, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

HBP Film

More and more interviews with the cast of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince continue to trickle online. Many contain much of the information released previously mixed with a bit of new. Score of owls have arrived about the following: First thanks to TVGuide.com for the heads up on their long video special from the …read more!

Heyman on Length of Battle of Hogwarts for Deathly Hallows: Probably Be 30 Minutes

Jul 16, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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Harry Potter producer David Heyman has given a new interview to Collider.com where he discusses at length the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Among the many topics such as the forthcoming Ultimate Collectors DVD, info on why Scrimgeour was cut from Half-Blood Prince, we also learn that the scripts are both around 120 …read more!

Nighy Talks Scrimgeour and The Will of Albus Dumbledore Scene (Updated)

Jul 16, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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Actor Bill Nighy has given more details on his role as Minister of Magic Rufus Scrimgeour in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Scifiwire.com spoke with the actor who stated again he will be filming his role in the next few weeks, and also gave some more detail about one scene, which readers …read more!

TV Watch Tonight: Discovering Real World of Harry Potter, JK Rowling, A Year in the Life

Jul 16, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

J.K. Rowling

In case you missed our reminder post yesterday, tonight will see the J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life documentary broadcast on ABC at 8:00pm (Eastern). As noted by the NY Daily News, this airing of the 2007 documentary ” which was filmed by James Runcie, inserts voiceovers by Elizabeth Vargas doesn’t update the narrative, …read more!

AP Interview with Michael Gambon

Jul 16, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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The Associated Press has released their interview with Michael Gambon where he discusses his role as Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films. Echoing many of his comments heard earlier from the LA Times, this acclaimed and versatile actor remarks on playing an iconic figure like the beloved Hogwarts Headmaster: He established himself on …read more!

Comcast Feature on Harry Potter, G4TV Interview with Cast

Jul 16, 2009

Posted by: SueTLC

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Thanks to cable provider Comcast who let us know about several fun new video interviews they have with the cast of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Room of Requirement: Several members note the type of things they would like to find in the RoR Trouble at Hogwarts: Who is the troublemaker on set (hint: …read more!

Dan Radcliffe Talks Return of Gary Oldman and More for Deathly Hallows

Jul 16, 2009

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In a new interview with MTV, actor Dan Radcliffe discusses filming the scene in the forest for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Noting he is nervous about filming that long walk in the forest, Dan tells MTV “The good thing is ” it suddenly occurred to me the other day ” Gary Oldman will …read more!



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