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Dan Fogler on ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Addition to Warner Bros. Hollywood Studio Tour

Jan 01, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

Dan Fogler (Jacob Kowalski) joined Harry Potter’s Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) December 9, 2016 to open the Fantastic Beasts addition to the Warner Bros. Hollywood Studio Tour. As reported by Leaky, the exhibit’s debut was an exclusive 1920s-themed event introducing props, concept art, costumes, and graphic art from the film. Fogler recently spoke with Forbes about what makes the …read more!

Fantastic Beasts Sequel Plot Summary Revealed!

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Patrick Byrne

Book Reviews, Books, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Filmmaker Interviews, Films, J.K. Rowling, JKR Interviews, MinaLima, Movies, News, Posters, Props-Sets, Publishers, Redmayne, Videos, Warner Bros.

It seems that Newt Scamander isn’t the only one letting things loose lately. Thanks to a slip up from IMDB (who have now corrected the premature error), Potterheads have finally been given a brief plot summary of the wizarding sequel. According to the film website, Newt Scamander, having been back home in Britain for two years …read more!

Leaky Visits HOGWARTS IN THE SNOW – Exclusive Event At Warner Bros Studio Tour!

Nov 25, 2016

Posted by: Georgia Gates

Fans, Interactive, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

This Thursday, Leaky was invited to a very special event at the Warner Bros Studio Tour, London! ‘Hogwarts In The Snow’  – a mesmerising display of the iconic Harry Potter sets and props, only this time everything had been given a magical makeover resulting in the studios being perfectly set for the festive season! On …read more!

Leaky’s “Fantastic Beasts” Set Report: Talking with Stuart Craig

Sep 12, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Exclusives, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, News, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

Stuart Craig’s soft-spoken voice welcomed us, and we hung onto every word he began to spill. As he pointed to the pictures around us and described how he built the world of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, I couldn’t help but feel that I was listening the words of a Wise Man in the …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts’ Costumes & Props at Warner Bros Studio Tour London!

Aug 12, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Fantastic Beasts Movie, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Redmayne, Warner Bros.

You may remember when The Leaky Cauldron had the pleasure of attending San Diego Comic Con’s Fantastic Beasts Q&A panel from “The Making of Harry Potter” studio tour in Leavesden last month. Aside from speaking to the cast live on screen, our representatives were also able to view the costumes of the cast of Fantastic Beasts. Warner Bros. said this opportunity was “for …read more!

“Fantastic Beasts” Wands Coming to Noble Collection!

Jul 24, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, HP Cast, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Toys, Warner Bros.

Fantastic Beasts has been taking San Diego’s Comic Con (SDCC) by storm! Introducing a new trailer, hosting live Q&A with fansites (Leaky, too!) and panels, the Fantastic Beasts cast and crew has been revealing a lot of new movie magic. Also, keep an eye on the new Wizarding World snapchat for more inside looks at …read more!

Take a Closer Look at the Set of Cursed Child!

Jul 09, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, News, Pottermore, Props-Sets, SetReports

Pottermore are going behind the scenes of Harry Potter in the Cursed Child in the coming weeks, to learn more about how the unique set design of the play was constructed. Tony Award-winning set designer Christine Jones (Close to You, Spring Awakening and Let the Right One In)  introduces the Pottermore series by talking about bringing the set together …read more!

New “Finding the Philosopher’s Stone” Exhibit at Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Jun 24, 2016

Posted by: Sammie

Films, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

It’s hard to believe that it’s been fifteen years since the first Harry Potter film lit up our movie screens, but the minds behind the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London certainly haven’t forgotten. Since the beginning of the year, Warner Bros. has been delighting fans with a variety of exhibitions celebrating the fifteenth anniversary …read more!

Rare Prisoner of Azkaban Poster to be Auctioned in Watford

May 25, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Films, Movies, Oldman, Posters, Props-Sets, Sales

Excalibur Auctions will be selling off a Sirius Black ‘wanted’ style poster from the promotion of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban film in just a few days time. The promotional poster is one of less than ten of this kind known to be produced for the film, leading Excalibur Auctions to call this ‘one of the rarest posters …read more!

‘House of MinaLima’ Exhibition Opening in June in London’s West End

May 16, 2016

Posted by: Sammie

Art, Movie Art, News, Props-Sets

Fans of the Harry Potter films are no strangers to the work of Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima, the design duo responsible for the design of iconic props such as the Hogwarts Express ticket, The Daily Prophet, the Marauder’s Map, and Harry’s Hogwarts acceptance letter. The pair–better known by the moniker MinaLima–will be showcasing their …read more!



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