GameShout.com is reporting that Warner Home Video has announced the release date of the Goblet of Fire DVD. Their article states it will be released March 7th, 2006. However, we have not seen any official announcement direct from WB - yet.
GameShout also says the DVD will include the following features:
Commentary with Mike Newell (a first for the Potter DVDs)
Deleted Scenes
Behind the Scenes
Set Top Games and Activities - including the Triwizard Tournament Challenge and more.
WB has let us know that the release date will be announced in the new year. Thanks to everyone who emailed in this story.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Saturday, December 31, 2005
Potter Actor's New Year Honour
Potter actor Robbie Coltrane, who plays Hagrid, has been rewarded in the Queen's New Year Honours list.
The actor who plays the giant gamekeeper at Hogwarts has been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
Twenty-three people who helped victims of the 7 July bombings in London have also been rewarded for their bravery.
They are among a list of people who have been awarded by the Queen for doing something special in their lives.
Imelda Staunton, who's been cast to play Professor Umbridge in the Order Of The Phoenix film, also receives an OBE.
England's cricketers, who beat Australia to win the Ashes this summer, have also been honoured.
Captain Michael Vaughan has been made an OBE and the rest of the squad have become Members of the Order of the British Empire (MBEs).
Vaughan said: "I'm really pleased that all the players have been honoured in this way. It's something we can all take great pride in."
The team behind the London success in hosting the 2012 Olympics have also been honoured. Sebastian Coe will now be known as Lord Coe KBE.
Strictly 'over the moon'
After being told he was being made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), Strictly Come Dancing presenter Bruce Forsyth said he was "over the moon".
TV chef Gordon Ramsay has been made an OBE and Apple iPod designer Jonathan Ive becomes a CBE.
Also, four British people, who spent the past year helping victims of the South Asian tsunami, have also become MBEs.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
The actor who plays the giant gamekeeper at Hogwarts has been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
Twenty-three people who helped victims of the 7 July bombings in London have also been rewarded for their bravery.
They are among a list of people who have been awarded by the Queen for doing something special in their lives.
Imelda Staunton, who's been cast to play Professor Umbridge in the Order Of The Phoenix film, also receives an OBE.
England's cricketers, who beat Australia to win the Ashes this summer, have also been honoured.
Captain Michael Vaughan has been made an OBE and the rest of the squad have become Members of the Order of the British Empire (MBEs).
Vaughan said: "I'm really pleased that all the players have been honoured in this way. It's something we can all take great pride in."
The team behind the London success in hosting the 2012 Olympics have also been honoured. Sebastian Coe will now be known as Lord Coe KBE.
Strictly 'over the moon'
After being told he was being made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), Strictly Come Dancing presenter Bruce Forsyth said he was "over the moon".
TV chef Gordon Ramsay has been made an OBE and Apple iPod designer Jonathan Ive becomes a CBE.
Also, four British people, who spent the past year helping victims of the South Asian tsunami, have also become MBEs.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Thursday, December 29, 2005
HBP in USA Today's Top Books of 2005
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince came in at number eight on the USA Today's list of the top 10 books of 2005. The newspaper also had a poll for the fans to choose their favorite book of the year in which HBP finished first.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Tuesday, December 27, 2005
JK To Start Writing Final Potter
Potter author JK Rowling has revealed she will begin writing the final story of the boy wizard next year.
She says on her official website that she's drawn up a book plan and will start writing in January.
The millionaire says she can't wait to get started but has "mingled feelings of excitement and dread" because she can't imagine life without Harry.
Although JK Rowling may finish the book next year, it's unlikely that it'll be on sale in shops until 2007.
On her website, JK Rowling has started a diary page, where she writes about completing the Potter adventures.
She said: "I contemplate the task with mingled feelings of excitement and dread, because I can't wait to get started, to tell the final part of the story and, at last, to answer all the questions (will I ever answer all of the questions?
"Let's aim for most of the questions); and yet it will all be over at last and I can't quite imagine life without Harry."
She added that her book plan is like "the map of an unknown country".
The first six Harry Potter books have sold more than 300 million copies worldwide in more than 60 languages.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
She says on her official website that she's drawn up a book plan and will start writing in January.
The millionaire says she can't wait to get started but has "mingled feelings of excitement and dread" because she can't imagine life without Harry.
Although JK Rowling may finish the book next year, it's unlikely that it'll be on sale in shops until 2007.
On her website, JK Rowling has started a diary page, where she writes about completing the Potter adventures.
She said: "I contemplate the task with mingled feelings of excitement and dread, because I can't wait to get started, to tell the final part of the story and, at last, to answer all the questions (will I ever answer all of the questions?
"Let's aim for most of the questions); and yet it will all be over at last and I can't quite imagine life without Harry."
She added that her book plan is like "the map of an unknown country".
The first six Harry Potter books have sold more than 300 million copies worldwide in more than 60 languages.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Sunday, December 25, 2005
HP in Entertainment Weekly's Best of 2005
Harry Potter came in at #9 on Entertainment Weekly's list of the Top Entertainers of 2005. Also, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince grabbed the #7 spot on the list of the Top 10 Fiction Books of '05. Thanks to Leaky for the link.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Saturday, December 24, 2005
Harry's "Birthplace" to be Commemorated with Plaque
The Scotsman reports that a granite plaque is set to be placed on Nicolson Street in Edinburgh to commemorate the place where J.K. Rowling "famously went to work on her books while still a struggling single mother, as she couldn't afford to heat her flat."
The plaque will feature a photograph of Jo, and will "create a 'Writers Corner' in the heart of the Capital, with memorials to Robert Louis Stevenson and William McGonagall nearby."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
The plaque will feature a photograph of Jo, and will "create a 'Writers Corner' in the heart of the Capital, with memorials to Robert Louis Stevenson and William McGonagall nearby."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
A Christmas Present from J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling has left a gift-wrapped message on her desk this Christmas, which brings us glad tidings heralding a hint of things to come on the website, and oh yes, a mention of Book Seven. Jo writes:
DECEMBER 25th
That tired old welcome page was starting to bug me, so I thought I'd give you something new for Christmas. I've tried keeping a diary many times in the past and never got much further than January 15th, but I've been feeling the need for a place to put everyday updates that don't qualify as real 'news'. As ever, if there is a quiet spell you should not take it as a sign that I've given up diary writing, but rather that I am working hard on something a little more eagerly anticipated...For 2006 will be the year when I write the final book in the Harry Potter series. I contemplate the task with mingled feelings of excitement and dread, because I can't wait to get started, to tell the final part of the story and, at last, to answer all the questions (will I ever answer all of the questions? Let's aim for most of the questions); and yet it will all be over at last and I can't quite imagine life without Harry.
However (clears throat in stern British manner) this is no time to get maudlin.
I have been fine-tuning the fine-tuned plan of seven during the past few weeks so that I can really set to work in January. Reading through the plan is like contemplating the map of an unknown country in which I will soon find myself. Sometimes, even at this stage, you can see trouble looming; nearly all of the six published books have had Chapters of Doom. The quintessential, never, I hope, to be beaten Chapter That Nearly Broke My Will To Go On was chapter nine, 'Goblet of Fire' (appropriately enough, 'The Dark Mark'.)
As for this website, I've got plans...you'll find out what they are in due course (constant vigilance, my friends). In the meantime, happy holidays to everyone, and if Father Christmas has already squeezed down your chimney, I hope he left something good.
Also, there have been a few very interesting updates to the Rumour section, kaboshing some theories on Petunia and Lupin, a few tidbits in the About Me section, while over in her Rubbish section, it addresses that absurd claim that she is group of writers all working under the pen name of JKR, as well as her hating Harry (as if!).
Finally- Woohoo! -a New FAQ Poll to vote on (Book Six spoilers). Enjoy! Thank you JO!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
DECEMBER 25th
That tired old welcome page was starting to bug me, so I thought I'd give you something new for Christmas. I've tried keeping a diary many times in the past and never got much further than January 15th, but I've been feeling the need for a place to put everyday updates that don't qualify as real 'news'. As ever, if there is a quiet spell you should not take it as a sign that I've given up diary writing, but rather that I am working hard on something a little more eagerly anticipated...For 2006 will be the year when I write the final book in the Harry Potter series. I contemplate the task with mingled feelings of excitement and dread, because I can't wait to get started, to tell the final part of the story and, at last, to answer all the questions (will I ever answer all of the questions? Let's aim for most of the questions); and yet it will all be over at last and I can't quite imagine life without Harry.
However (clears throat in stern British manner) this is no time to get maudlin.
I have been fine-tuning the fine-tuned plan of seven during the past few weeks so that I can really set to work in January. Reading through the plan is like contemplating the map of an unknown country in which I will soon find myself. Sometimes, even at this stage, you can see trouble looming; nearly all of the six published books have had Chapters of Doom. The quintessential, never, I hope, to be beaten Chapter That Nearly Broke My Will To Go On was chapter nine, 'Goblet of Fire' (appropriately enough, 'The Dark Mark'.)
As for this website, I've got plans...you'll find out what they are in due course (constant vigilance, my friends). In the meantime, happy holidays to everyone, and if Father Christmas has already squeezed down your chimney, I hope he left something good.
Also, there have been a few very interesting updates to the Rumour section, kaboshing some theories on Petunia and Lupin, a few tidbits in the About Me section, while over in her Rubbish section, it addresses that absurd claim that she is group of writers all working under the pen name of JKR, as well as her hating Harry (as if!).
Finally- Woohoo! -a New FAQ Poll to vote on (Book Six spoilers). Enjoy! Thank you JO!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Friday, December 23, 2005
Potter Keeps Kids Away From Harm
Harry Potter's known for casting magical spells on characters in his books but it seems he could be protecting real life children too.
Hospitals have noticed that less children are admitted to their emergency departments on weekends when a new Potter book hits the shelves.
It's thought kids are so busy reading they stay out of trouble!!
But it's feared too much reading and not enough activity could ultimately lead to an increase in obesity.
Doctors at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford found that only 36 children needed treatment when a book was launched compared to 67 children on all other weekends.
They did their research on Saturday, 21, June 2003 and Saturday, 16 July 2005 when The Order of the Phoenix and The Half-Blood Prince came out.
It's now been suggested that a team of talented writers should get together to write similar books as a form of "distraction therapy" to prevent more accidents.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Hospitals have noticed that less children are admitted to their emergency departments on weekends when a new Potter book hits the shelves.
It's thought kids are so busy reading they stay out of trouble!!
But it's feared too much reading and not enough activity could ultimately lead to an increase in obesity.
Doctors at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford found that only 36 children needed treatment when a book was launched compared to 67 children on all other weekends.
They did their research on Saturday, 21, June 2003 and Saturday, 16 July 2005 when The Order of the Phoenix and The Half-Blood Prince came out.
It's now been suggested that a team of talented writers should get together to write similar books as a form of "distraction therapy" to prevent more accidents.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
J.K. Rowling Wins Henson Award
It was announced today that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has won the highest honor from the Jim Henson company. These awards, in their inaugural year, are going to persons who most reflect" the core values and philosophy of Jim Henson and the company he founded in1955." Jim Henson is known world wide as the creator of the dearly beloved Muppets and wonderful entertainment for children of all ages. J.K. Rowling was given the "The Jim Henson Celebration Honor " Quotage:
" The highest honor goes to an individual, organization or product that makes the world a better place by inspiring people to celebrate life. Ms. Rowling, beloved author of the international best-selling Harry Potter books, was selected for this honor for her imagination and originality in creating the fantastical world of Harry Potter and for the amazing impact these books have had around the world. "
The son of Jim Henson added ""By encouraging audiences of all ages to rediscover the magic of books andreading, Ms. Rowling has truly made this world a better place."
Hear Hear! Congratulations Jo!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
" The highest honor goes to an individual, organization or product that makes the world a better place by inspiring people to celebrate life. Ms. Rowling, beloved author of the international best-selling Harry Potter books, was selected for this honor for her imagination and originality in creating the fantastical world of Harry Potter and for the amazing impact these books have had around the world. "
The son of Jim Henson added ""By encouraging audiences of all ages to rediscover the magic of books andreading, Ms. Rowling has truly made this world a better place."
Hear Hear! Congratulations Jo!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Are Things About to Get "Harry" at the Disney Theme Parks?
Word is coming out of Burbank that the Mouse may soon acquire the theme park rights to the characters and settings featured in J.K. Rowling's books. If so, then Jim Hill thinks that this "Potter" acquisition could have a unique impact on Disney's new "site-based entertainment" initiative.
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
GOF Tops POA, Surpasses $700m Worldwide
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire came in at fourth place at this weekend's box office, raking in $5.9 million and surpassing Prisoner of Azkaban's domestic gross in the process. Peter Jackon's King Kong was expected to be stiff competition, and although it did top the box office this week, its opening gross was less than half of Harry's.
GOF also passed the $700 million mark worldwide, another key milestone for the film. The upcoming holiday season should propel its worldwide gross to - at the least - $800 million, and should also push its domestic totals past that of Chamber of Secrets in 2002.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
GOF also passed the $700 million mark worldwide, another key milestone for the film. The upcoming holiday season should propel its worldwide gross to - at the least - $800 million, and should also push its domestic totals past that of Chamber of Secrets in 2002.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
Harry Potter Star To Become Director
Just for a little bit.
‘Harry Potter’ star Daniel Radcliffe has revealed that he hopes to become a film director ‘when he grows up’.
Well, he just wants to make one film, a critically acclaimed one at that before quitting.
He said: "Ultimately I would like to direct movies. I'd like to direct one really good film and that would be more than enough. But I want to be an actor. I enjoy doing it."
(SOURCE: ENTERTAINMENT WISE)
‘Harry Potter’ star Daniel Radcliffe has revealed that he hopes to become a film director ‘when he grows up’.
Well, he just wants to make one film, a critically acclaimed one at that before quitting.
He said: "Ultimately I would like to direct movies. I'd like to direct one really good film and that would be more than enough. But I want to be an actor. I enjoy doing it."
(SOURCE: ENTERTAINMENT WISE)
The Holidays Mean Serious Study Time for Emma
Forget memorizing lines for the next Harry Potter movie, English actress Emma Watson has some serious homework to finish. Watson, 15, plays Hermione in the Harry Potter movies and will start making the fifth film in February. Until then, she'll be in school, cramming for exams like everyone else.
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
Ralph Fiennes Intends to Finish Out HP Film Series
USA Today has a new interview with Ralph Fiennes, in which he discusses staying under the tabloid radar, participating in a United Nations food drop, and playing Lord Voldemort. Besides talking about the way the character looks in Goblet of Fire, Mr. Fiennes confirms that he
"will be doing the fifth Potter movie in the fall and hopes to finish out the series . . . And suddenly, while discussing the newest book and Voldemort's presence in it, the buttoned-down Fiennes turns mischievous.
'If I was Voldemort, would you join the Death Eaters?'"
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
"will be doing the fifth Potter movie in the fall and hopes to finish out the series . . . And suddenly, while discussing the newest book and Voldemort's presence in it, the buttoned-down Fiennes turns mischievous.
'If I was Voldemort, would you join the Death Eaters?'"
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Monday, December 19, 2005
Harry Tops Entertainment Weekly Poll
Entertianment Weekly magazine's "Best of 2005" poll has closed. The results will be published in EW's end of year issue, but are now available online. Harry has trounced the competition in two categories! Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince was voted Best New Novel of the Year with a whopping 80% of the 52,298 votes cast. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was voted Best Movie of the Year with 57% of the 56,615 votes in that category -- four times the percentage of its nearest competitor (Batman Begins).
Cheers and Congratulations to Jo, the filmmakers, cast and crew and to all the fans who voted!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Cheers and Congratulations to Jo, the filmmakers, cast and crew and to all the fans who voted!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
It's a Happy Harry Holiday at JKRowling.com
Happy Harry Holidays Everyone! Our favorite author has been sprucing up her website to reflect a more festive holiday spirit. Enjoy!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Real Potter 'Peril' Clock Coming
A clock very similar to the magical one in the Weasley family kitchen in the Harry Potter books could be a reality.
Computer company Microsoft has come up with a device they're calling the Whereabouts Clock, which could show where family members are.
The clock works by tracking mobile phones, so could show if children were school or on their way home.
So far there is no news if the special clock will have a settings for hospital, prison or mortal peril.
Microsoft researchers have been showing off some of their latest ideas in Belgium, and inventor Abigail Sellen is behind this one.
She said: "We noticed in our studies of family life that it was important to know - when you come home from work for example - are my kids still at school, have they left school yet, has my husband left work yet, shall I get the dinner on? This kind of thing.
"Actually knowing where your family is very important to family life."
At the moment it's more of an idea than something you can buy now, but a real version could be with us in a couple of years.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Computer company Microsoft has come up with a device they're calling the Whereabouts Clock, which could show where family members are.
The clock works by tracking mobile phones, so could show if children were school or on their way home.
So far there is no news if the special clock will have a settings for hospital, prison or mortal peril.
Microsoft researchers have been showing off some of their latest ideas in Belgium, and inventor Abigail Sellen is behind this one.
She said: "We noticed in our studies of family life that it was important to know - when you come home from work for example - are my kids still at school, have they left school yet, has my husband left work yet, shall I get the dinner on? This kind of thing.
"Actually knowing where your family is very important to family life."
At the moment it's more of an idea than something you can buy now, but a real version could be with us in a couple of years.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Sunday, December 18, 2005
The Patil twins chat about Christmas
Afshan Azad and Shefali Chowdhury, who played Padma and Parvati Patil in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, chatted with CBBC Newsround about their Christmas plans:
Afshan: I'm staying at home for Christmas. I love England at Christmas, all the coldness. I'll probably be watching Christmas telly, all the films.
Shefali: Harry Potter?
Afshan: Harry Potter! On repeat! What would I want for Christmas? Probably the Harry Potter DVD, if it's out by then. I don't know actually, I've not thought about it. A car would be great! No, I'm not that fussy with Christmas presents - just any present will do really.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
Afshan: I'm staying at home for Christmas. I love England at Christmas, all the coldness. I'll probably be watching Christmas telly, all the films.
Shefali: Harry Potter?
Afshan: Harry Potter! On repeat! What would I want for Christmas? Probably the Harry Potter DVD, if it's out by then. I don't know actually, I've not thought about it. A car would be great! No, I'm not that fussy with Christmas presents - just any present will do really.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
'GoF' Surpasses 'PoA' in U.S. Box Office Receipts
With only five weeks in release in the U.S. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire has surpassed Prisoner of Azkaban in box office receipts.
Prisoner was in theatres in the U.S. for over 17 weeks and garnered a grand total of $249.5 million, while Goblet of Fire has now reached $252.5 million after just five weeks, soon on it's way to pass Chamber of Secrets at $261.9 million.
Worldwide Goblet has taken in $707.9 million, well on track to overtake Prisoner at $789.7 million in worldwide receipts.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
Prisoner was in theatres in the U.S. for over 17 weeks and garnered a grand total of $249.5 million, while Goblet of Fire has now reached $252.5 million after just five weeks, soon on it's way to pass Chamber of Secrets at $261.9 million.
Worldwide Goblet has taken in $707.9 million, well on track to overtake Prisoner at $789.7 million in worldwide receipts.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
Cast Watch: New Ralph Fiennes Interview
Fresh from the press junket for The White Countess, Ralph Fiennes has a new interview in Newsday. In it, he talks about his new film, being nominated (or not) for prestigious awards, and about basing characters on their outward appearance. Which, of course, brings us to Voldemort!
"He's a cosmically evil guy who's been given a new body, and Fiennes says 'Goblet of Fire' director Mike Newell told him that the villain 'hasn't had a body like this for ages.' So, adds Fiennes, he decided to put in little bits of business, such as 'feeling his head, his breathing, it's a new thing to breathe like that. Enjoying how he moves. And adding to that this sort of energy of revenge. The delight that 'I've got my power back.''"
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
"He's a cosmically evil guy who's been given a new body, and Fiennes says 'Goblet of Fire' director Mike Newell told him that the villain 'hasn't had a body like this for ages.' So, adds Fiennes, he decided to put in little bits of business, such as 'feeling his head, his breathing, it's a new thing to breathe like that. Enjoying how he moves. And adding to that this sort of energy of revenge. The delight that 'I've got my power back.''"
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
JKR Not TIME's Person of the Year
Although the Harry Potter author was crowned TIME For Kids Person of the Year, Jo wasn't as lucky with the parent magazine's Person of the Year award. From TIME.com:
The good deeds of an activist rock legend and one of the world's richest men and his wife carried the day in 2005, as Time magazine on Sunday named U2 frontman Bono and philanthropic couple Bill and Melinda Gates as its "Persons of the Year."
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
The good deeds of an activist rock legend and one of the world's richest men and his wife carried the day in 2005, as Time magazine on Sunday named U2 frontman Bono and philanthropic couple Bill and Melinda Gates as its "Persons of the Year."
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Friday, December 16, 2005
Rickman, Walters Earn Theatre Award Nominations
Two performers in the Harry Potter movies have been nominated for their work on the British stage. Actress Julie Walters (Molly Weasley) has been nominated by the Whatsonstage.com Theatregoers' Choice Awards in the category of "Best Actress in a Musical" for her role in Acorn Antiques . Actor Alan Rickman (Professor Severus Snape) was nominated as "Best Director" for his play My Name Is Rachel Corrie , which was also nominated in the "Best New Play" category as well. These awards are also open to the voting public, and you can vote now via this link. Winners will be announced on January 31st, 2006.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Half Blood Prince Ranks on Stephen King's List
Potter fan and best selling author Stephen King has posted his 10 Favorite Books of the Year list for his Pop of King column he writes for Entertainment Weeklymagazine. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is ranked at number five. He writes:
"The miracle of the Harry Potter series is that it keeps getting better. The genius of Ms. Rowling was her decision (probably never even seriously considered at the time) to follow Harry through his schooling. As a result, Harry's fans have never left him behind. The question is whether Ms. Rowling will be bound to him for life, as Arthur Conan Doyle was bound to Sherlock Holmes."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
"The miracle of the Harry Potter series is that it keeps getting better. The genius of Ms. Rowling was her decision (probably never even seriously considered at the time) to follow Harry through his schooling. As a result, Harry's fans have never left him behind. The question is whether Ms. Rowling will be bound to him for life, as Arthur Conan Doyle was bound to Sherlock Holmes."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Brendan Gleeson Nominated for Goblet Performance
Actor Brendan Gleeson has been nominated for an award given out by the London Film Critics for his performance as Mad Eye Moody in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Brendan Gleeson was nominated in the category of "British Actor in a Supporting Role" for his wonderful turn as the Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor in the fourth Harry Potter film. Actor Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort) was also nominated for his performance in the film The Constant Gardener in the category of "British Actor of the Year." These awards will be presented on February 8th, in London, England. Congratulations!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Scholastic Announces Second Quarter Results
Scholastic, the US publishers of the Harry Potter novels, today announced their fiscal Second Quarter results. Reuters reports that Scholastic "quarterly earnings fell 8 percent, citing lower results overseas and the impact of hurricanes." The article continues:
"Sales of the Harry Potter backlist pushed trade revenue up 11 percent, the company said. Sales of the latest book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, continued to meet the company's expectations, a spokeswoman said.
Scholastic set a publishing record in July by selling 6.9 million copies of the book within 24 hours of its release."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
"Sales of the Harry Potter backlist pushed trade revenue up 11 percent, the company said. Sales of the latest book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, continued to meet the company's expectations, a spokeswoman said.
Scholastic set a publishing record in July by selling 6.9 million copies of the book within 24 hours of its release."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Goblet of Fire in the Running for FX Oscar
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced the seven films in consideration for Achievement in Visual Effects for the 78th Academy Awards®.The films are listed below in alphabetical order:
1) Batman Begins
2) Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
3) The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
4) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
5) King Kong
6) Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith
7) War of the Worlds
Fifteen-minute clip reels from each of the seven films will be screened for the Visual Effects Award Nominating Committee on Wednesday, January 25. At this screening the members will vote to nominate three of the seven films for Oscar® consideration.
All nominations for the 78th Academy Awards will be announced on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, at 5:30 a.m. PST, in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.
Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements for 2005 will be presented on March 5, 2006, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland®, and televised live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PST.
(SOURCE: COMING SOON)
1) Batman Begins
2) Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
3) The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
4) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
5) King Kong
6) Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith
7) War of the Worlds
Fifteen-minute clip reels from each of the seven films will be screened for the Visual Effects Award Nominating Committee on Wednesday, January 25. At this screening the members will vote to nominate three of the seven films for Oscar® consideration.
All nominations for the 78th Academy Awards will be announced on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, at 5:30 a.m. PST, in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.
Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements for 2005 will be presented on March 5, 2006, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland®, and televised live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PST.
(SOURCE: COMING SOON)
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Potter Parody in 'Mad' Magazine
Goblet Bright Spot in Dark Box Office Year
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is among few bright spots in the US's moviegoing year, reports the Associated Press. Potter, King Kong and The Chronicles of Narnia offset unusually low US revenues, which may fall below $9 billion for the first time since 2001.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Order of the Phoenix Casting Complete
Danielle Symonds of Enchantment Casting, a theatrical agency in South Wales that has represented many HP hopefuls in the past, let us know that all open casting and auditions for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix are over, and therefore, she "wouldn't advise anyone to apply for parts now."
She also provided us with a few more OotP casting updates. Among them:
The roles of Nymphadora Tonks and Kingsley Shacklebolt have been cast. CBBC Newsround reported several weeks ago that two actors were "in talks" for both of these roles, but they have now been cast. We won't know who has the roles until a press release is issued, however.
They are in "the very final stages" of casting for the roles of young Lily, Snape, Lupin, James, Peter, Sirius, and all others who appear in that pensieve scene.
Marietta Edgecombe and Lavender Brown are not currently known to be included in the film, but they may end up having small bits here and there.
Warner Bros. has all child extras needed. Adult extras will be cast after Christmas.
Update: As is stated on Enchantment's website, they are not a part of Warner Bros. nor do they work on the Harry Potter movies, so please do not e-mail them for further information about Harry Potter casting.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
She also provided us with a few more OotP casting updates. Among them:
The roles of Nymphadora Tonks and Kingsley Shacklebolt have been cast. CBBC Newsround reported several weeks ago that two actors were "in talks" for both of these roles, but they have now been cast. We won't know who has the roles until a press release is issued, however.
They are in "the very final stages" of casting for the roles of young Lily, Snape, Lupin, James, Peter, Sirius, and all others who appear in that pensieve scene.
Marietta Edgecombe and Lavender Brown are not currently known to be included in the film, but they may end up having small bits here and there.
Warner Bros. has all child extras needed. Adult extras will be cast after Christmas.
Update: As is stated on Enchantment's website, they are not a part of Warner Bros. nor do they work on the Harry Potter movies, so please do not e-mail them for further information about Harry Potter casting.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
Branagh Nominated for Golden Globe Award
Kenneth Branagh has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his performance as Franklin Delano Roosevelt in the HBO film Warm Springs. The nomination is in the category "Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television." Congratulations, Kenneth!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Monday, December 12, 2005
Castwatch: Fiennes, Isaacs News
Here are a couple of pieces of news tonight about some of the actors in the Harry Potter films.
Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort) will be featured on an upcoming episode of "Inside the Actors Studio" on Sunday, January 15th, 2006. This critically acclaimed program will feature a new in-depth interview of this wonderful actor, and will air on the Bravo Channel first at 10am (ET) then again that night at 9pm (ET). Also, Veritaserum is reporting that Ralph will be a guest on a new episode of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on Wednesday, December 14th. This show airs on NBC at 11:35pm (ET). UPDATE: Ralph will also be a guest on The Charlie Rose Show on Wednesday, December 14th to discuss his new film, "The White Countess." Please check your local listings for air times.
Jason Isaac's new film "Friends With Money" will headline the opening night at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah on January 19th, 2006. Jason (Lucius Malfoy) stars in this new film along with Jennifer Aniston, Catherine Keener, and Frances McDormand. About.com has some photos from the film, including these of Jason, here and here. This film will be released on April 7th, 2006.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort) will be featured on an upcoming episode of "Inside the Actors Studio" on Sunday, January 15th, 2006. This critically acclaimed program will feature a new in-depth interview of this wonderful actor, and will air on the Bravo Channel first at 10am (ET) then again that night at 9pm (ET). Also, Veritaserum is reporting that Ralph will be a guest on a new episode of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on Wednesday, December 14th. This show airs on NBC at 11:35pm (ET). UPDATE: Ralph will also be a guest on The Charlie Rose Show on Wednesday, December 14th to discuss his new film, "The White Countess." Please check your local listings for air times.
Jason Isaac's new film "Friends With Money" will headline the opening night at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah on January 19th, 2006. Jason (Lucius Malfoy) stars in this new film along with Jennifer Aniston, Catherine Keener, and Frances McDormand. About.com has some photos from the film, including these of Jason, here and here. This film will be released on April 7th, 2006.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
The Genetic Theory of Harry Potter
This summer, we told you about an article that appeared in "Nature" magazine about the heritability of wizardry. That article was featured in this week's New York Times Magazine as one of the "most noteworthy ideas of the past twelve months." The article includes a great chart showing the genetic chain of the Evans/Potter/Dursley family, and concludes,
" . . . Rowling, whom religious fundamentalists have pillorioed for glamorizing witchcraft, may well be preaching a far more subversive message, one that leads young readers to pursue the study of heredity, genes and -- inevitably -- evolution."
Thanks, Mom! ;-D
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
" . . . Rowling, whom religious fundamentalists have pillorioed for glamorizing witchcraft, may well be preaching a far more subversive message, one that leads young readers to pursue the study of heredity, genes and -- inevitably -- evolution."
Thanks, Mom! ;-D
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Dan Writes About Stardom
Daniel Radcliffe wrote a personal account entitled "To Be The World's Most Famous Teen" for the Australia's "Empire" Magazine, and thanks to DR.co.uk, we have a scan of the magazine. Dan wrote:
Premieres are strange. If I went to loads of them I may get used to it, but it's always a Harry Potter premiere and they're always massive. I honestly never want to get used to that feeling of stepping out and having that reception from the crowd, because it's an amazing thing. I imagine it's what bands feel when they walk on stage at huge festivals and everyone applauds them before they've even done anything.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
Premieres are strange. If I went to loads of them I may get used to it, but it's always a Harry Potter premiere and they're always massive. I honestly never want to get used to that feeling of stepping out and having that reception from the crowd, because it's an amazing thing. I imagine it's what bands feel when they walk on stage at huge festivals and everyone applauds them before they've even done anything.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
Julie Walters Returning to Harry Potter
Julie Walters, Mrs. Weasley, in the first three Harry Potter movies has indicated that she will be returning to film Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
When asked about appearing in Order of the Phoenix Ms. Walters replied:
It looks like it, yes! I really can't wait. Will you write to them and tell them that I'm indispensable? But, yes, it looks like I'm doing number five.
She also discussed her recent collaboration with fellow Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint in Driving Lessons, in which Julie plays Rupert's driving instructor.
Ms. Walters can also be seen on ITV1 this Wednesday, December 14th at the British Comedy Awards as she and a colleague will be honored for Outstanding Contribution to Comedy.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
When asked about appearing in Order of the Phoenix Ms. Walters replied:
It looks like it, yes! I really can't wait. Will you write to them and tell them that I'm indispensable? But, yes, it looks like I'm doing number five.
She also discussed her recent collaboration with fellow Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint in Driving Lessons, in which Julie plays Rupert's driving instructor.
Ms. Walters can also be seen on ITV1 this Wednesday, December 14th at the British Comedy Awards as she and a colleague will be honored for Outstanding Contribution to Comedy.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
Goblet of Fire Movie Transcript at IMSDb
In case you ever have the hankering to figure out what was said in a certain scene of the latest Harry Potter film that's out in the theaters, don't fret. The movie transcript for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is now available online thanks to the Internet Movie Script Database.
Click here to view the full transcript.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
Click here to view the full transcript.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
HBP Paperback Release Date (UK) Announced
Bloomsbury announced that Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will be released in paperback on Friday June 23rd, 2006! As noted on the Bloomsbury Harry Potter site, the book "will be published with two jackets, one for children and one for the adult market."
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Goblet of Fire Nominated for Two Satellite Awards
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire has received two nominations at the Satellite Awards. Jany Temime was nominated for her fabulous costumes for Goblet in the category of "Outstanding Costume Design." Musician Jarvis Cocker was nominated for his song "Magic Works" in the category of "Outstanding Original Song." The Satellite Awards, which "acknowledge this year's outstanding artists, films, television shows, DVDs, and interactive media," will be presented in Los Angeles, CA on Saturday, December 17th. Congratulations Jany and Jarvis!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Clip of Trio on Dateline
Ann Curry interviewed the trio tonight on Dateline on NBC; you can see the clip here - thanks to RGMS and MN.
Dateline, Dec 11, WMV (9.5MB)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Dateline, Dec 11, WMV (9.5MB)
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Robbie Coltrane Talks Harry Potter
Manchester Online recently conducted an interview with the actor who plays Hagrid in the Harry Potter films. When asked if he would return for the fifth movie, he said nothing has been confirmed yet. Also from the interview:
Robbie is also surprised at reported remarks by actor Jim Dale, who voices the teenage wizard in the US audio books, that author JK Rowling has killed Harry off in her seventh and final novel.
Has she told Robbie the ending? "No, she hasn't. I asked her not to. She told me what happens to Hagrid, because I couldn't do it unless I knew what the story was."
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Robbie is also surprised at reported remarks by actor Jim Dale, who voices the teenage wizard in the US audio books, that author JK Rowling has killed Harry off in her seventh and final novel.
Has she told Robbie the ending? "No, she hasn't. I asked her not to. She told me what happens to Hagrid, because I couldn't do it unless I knew what the story was."
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Second Source Confirms GOF DVD Release Date
Movie rental company Blockbuster is reporting a release date of April 4th, 2006. You might remember that a DVD site we told you about two weeks ago also made note of this same information. We'll continue to update you as April gets closer.
UPDATE: The Movie Insider is also reporting this release date.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
UPDATE: The Movie Insider is also reporting this release date.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Jim Dale Nominated for a Grammy
Jim Dale, narrator of the US audio books, has been nominated for a Grammy award in the category of "Best Spoken Word Album for Children" for his work on Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Dale previously won a Grammy in 2000 for the Goblet of Fire. The awards will take place in Los Angeles on February 8th and will be broadcast later that day.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
HP in CNN Top 25
Harry Potter has made CNN's list of the Top 25 Most Entertaining Moments of the Last 25 Years. HP made the list along with the birth of reality television and Janet Jackson's 'wardrobe malfunction' at the Superbowl several years ago.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Photo from Deleted Bathroom Scene in GOF
Thanks to Harry Media and UHP for this image from a deleted scene in the fourth movie, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The pics shows Harry walking in the prefects' bathroom carrying the golden egg.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Vote for HP in Best of 2005 Poll
Harry Potter has made Entertainment Weekly's "Best of 2005" poll twice, once for best movie and once for best book of the year. Cast your votes for HP here. The results are to be published in EW's end of the year issue.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Transcript of New Jo Rowling Interview
Thanks to MuggleNet transcriber Jess, we now have a full transcript of the conversation between JK Rowling and Stephen Fry which aired on BBC Radio 4 yesterday morning. Here is an excerpt:
JKR: I know that I’ve told you [Stephen Fry] this before, there was a time when Jessica, my daughter who’s now ten, she absolutely loves the tapes and there was a time when I was writing Goblet of Fire in particular where I would settle down to work in the evening and I could hear you reading from her bedroom, which really was a mind-warping experience to be writing one book while listening to you reading Chamber or, you know, Azkaban.It was bizarre and I felt that I couldn’t escape Harry Potter, there was no escape. I could hear him and I could see him and I was writing about him and…
You can download the half-hour discussion here.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
JKR: I know that I’ve told you [Stephen Fry] this before, there was a time when Jessica, my daughter who’s now ten, she absolutely loves the tapes and there was a time when I was writing Goblet of Fire in particular where I would settle down to work in the evening and I could hear you reading from her bedroom, which really was a mind-warping experience to be writing one book while listening to you reading Chamber or, you know, Azkaban.It was bizarre and I felt that I couldn’t escape Harry Potter, there was no escape. I could hear him and I could see him and I was writing about him and…
You can download the half-hour discussion here.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
GOF Falls to #3
After spending the last three weeks atop the box office, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire fell two spots to number 3 on the list, behind The Chronicles of Narnia and Syriana. The Warner Bros. release earned $10.3 million, off 48 percent from last week, to bring its four-week domestic gross to $244.1 million.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Goblet of Fire Nominated for Critics' Choice Awards
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire has been nominated for Best Family Film at the 2005 Critics' Choice Awards. Additionally, Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe have been nominated in the areas of Best Young Actress and Best Young Actor. The winners will be announced on January 9th on the WB Network. A full list of nominees is available here. Thanks to everyone who sent this in.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Luna Announcement 'Within Weeks'
A final decision on who will play Luna Lovegood in the fifth Harry Potter movie could be made within weeks.
The search for a teenager to play the eccentric Ravenclaw fourth year began more than two months ago.
Casting directors have visited dozens of schools across the UK with filming on Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix due to begin in February.
In November CBBC Newsround revealed that producers have narrowed the search down to five girls.
This followed a process that saw casting staff visiting schools and looking at photographs sent in to Warner Brothers.
Imelda Staunton is tipped to be Professor UmbridgeOver the past few weeks, several sites and message boards on the internet have featured teenagers saying that they are one of the final five with many of them posting photographs of themselves.
Girls who are really in the last few have been asked to keep the news secret and Warner Brothers say that as far as they are aware, none of the names or photographs of the girls genuinely in the last five have appeared on any website.
Other casting news is expected early next year.
Imelda Staunton is already known to be the front runner for the part of Professor Umbridge. Other parts to be cast include Tonks and Kingsley Shacklebolt.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
The search for a teenager to play the eccentric Ravenclaw fourth year began more than two months ago.
Casting directors have visited dozens of schools across the UK with filming on Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix due to begin in February.
In November CBBC Newsround revealed that producers have narrowed the search down to five girls.
This followed a process that saw casting staff visiting schools and looking at photographs sent in to Warner Brothers.
Imelda Staunton is tipped to be Professor UmbridgeOver the past few weeks, several sites and message boards on the internet have featured teenagers saying that they are one of the final five with many of them posting photographs of themselves.
Girls who are really in the last few have been asked to keep the news secret and Warner Brothers say that as far as they are aware, none of the names or photographs of the girls genuinely in the last five have appeared on any website.
Other casting news is expected early next year.
Imelda Staunton is already known to be the front runner for the part of Professor Umbridge. Other parts to be cast include Tonks and Kingsley Shacklebolt.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
Monday, December 05, 2005
Brendan Gleeson Attends Irish Fundraiser
At an event today in Dublin's Trinity College, Brendan Gleeson (Mad-Eye Moody) made an appearance supporting Chernobyl Children's Project International. A Leaky reader attended the fundraiser and wrote this report:
Students were escorted by House Ghosts and House Founders to Classes given by Hogwarts Teachers in full dress, owls flew over the huge oak dining tables (by 17th century paintings!) and Brendan Gleeson came for two hours! We introduced him as Professor Moody's Muggle twin brother, because he thought no one would recognise him without his make-up! The room errupted when he came in! His agent told me people were screaming for him all month and we were the only thing he did! It was great for a few Potterheads in Dublin to achieve true magic on such a great scale.
On a related note, Gleeson recently did an interview with the LA Times discussing his role in the Goblet of Fire movie. He also said that he would like to return for Movie 5.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Students were escorted by House Ghosts and House Founders to Classes given by Hogwarts Teachers in full dress, owls flew over the huge oak dining tables (by 17th century paintings!) and Brendan Gleeson came for two hours! We introduced him as Professor Moody's Muggle twin brother, because he thought no one would recognise him without his make-up! The room errupted when he came in! His agent told me people were screaming for him all month and we were the only thing he did! It was great for a few Potterheads in Dublin to achieve true magic on such a great scale.
On a related note, Gleeson recently did an interview with the LA Times discussing his role in the Goblet of Fire movie. He also said that he would like to return for Movie 5.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Saturday, December 03, 2005
JKR to Write New Children's Book
The Scotsman is reporting today that author J.K. Rowling is planning on writing another book for children after she has concluded the Harry Potter series. Jo discusses her future writing plans in an upcoming radio interview to be broadcast on BBC Radio4. The newspaper article states that Jo " said that she has an idea for a new novel after she has written the seventh and final episode of the boy wizard's adventures." JKR says:
"There is another book that's sort of mouldering in a cupboard that I quite like, which is for slightly younger children. There are other things I'd like to write. But I'll need to find a good pseudonym and do it all secretly."
We will bring you more details when we can. The radio interview with Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling and Stephen Fry (who narrates the UK HP books) will be aired on Saurday, December 10th on BBC Radio4 via this link.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
"There is another book that's sort of mouldering in a cupboard that I quite like, which is for slightly younger children. There are other things I'd like to write. But I'll need to find a good pseudonym and do it all secretly."
We will bring you more details when we can. The radio interview with Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling and Stephen Fry (who narrates the UK HP books) will be aired on Saurday, December 10th on BBC Radio4 via this link.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Friday, December 02, 2005
JKR Tells Her Story of Living without Fame
A new book titled One City, due out next Friday at Edinburgh Festival Theatre, will include an introduction written by JK Rowling. The Scotsman reports: "...the best-selling writer gives a rare insight into what her life was like on the poverty line as a single mother in Edinburgh - 'the "rags" part of what might as well be called my Cinderella story.'
"Read the full article here. We'll be working to secure a copy so that we can share the entire introduction with everyone. Thanks again, Jevitt, for the tip!
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
"Read the full article here. We'll be working to secure a copy so that we can share the entire introduction with everyone. Thanks again, Jevitt, for the tip!
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Thursday, December 01, 2005
Lucius Malfoy: Forbes Man of Wealth
In a hilarious yet interesting article, Forbes has posted an updated list of their wealthiest top fifteen fictional characters, with none other than Potter foe Lucius Malfoy holding the last spot with a reported net worth of $900 Million. From a dateline in the North Sea, the article reports that the nefarious Death Eater, now imprisoned in Azkaban, saw his wealth multiply despite his incarceration, noting his fortune has "increased nearly 30% over the last year. It's a major vindication for the 51-year-old wizard, and an indication that Malfoy's portfolio--and his mission to destroy Harry Potter--still has lots of life left in it." According to Forbes, Mr. Malfoy has gained his wealth, not by investing in traditional Wizarding markets, such as Niffler Futures, but rather by investing in Muggle companies such as Wal-Mart, Microsoft, and Halliburton.
And the value of Malfoy's personal possessions has appreciated significantly. Since the return of Lord Voldemort, artifacts and tools of the Dark Arts have become hugely popular, trading briskly in secondary markets like eBay (nasdaq: EBAY - news - people ) and Borgin and Burke's. As the patriarch of an ancient family, Malfoy is reputed to hold a wealth of valuable objects. Despite repeated searches of Malfoy Manor, his home in Wiltshire, the Ministry of Magic has been unable to find any prohibited items--but sources close to the family say they still possess countless treasures.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
And the value of Malfoy's personal possessions has appreciated significantly. Since the return of Lord Voldemort, artifacts and tools of the Dark Arts have become hugely popular, trading briskly in secondary markets like eBay (nasdaq: EBAY - news - people ) and Borgin and Burke's. As the patriarch of an ancient family, Malfoy is reputed to hold a wealth of valuable objects. Despite repeated searches of Malfoy Manor, his home in Wiltshire, the Ministry of Magic has been unable to find any prohibited items--but sources close to the family say they still possess countless treasures.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
Harry Potter Top Blog Personality of 2005
CINCINNATI, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Fictional character Harry Potter led President George W. Bush as a source of personality "buzz" among bloggers in 2005, according to BlogPulse.com (http://www.blogpulse.com/), a blog search engine and analysis web site maintained by Intelliseek Inc.
Blog references to the President peaked at about 3% in early September, when Hurricane Katrina hit the U.S. Gulf Coast. But Potter managed to generate higher and more consistent levels of discussion throughout the rest of the year. Potter was mentioned in 5.5% of all blog posts in mid-July, when Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince book was published, and in 2.5% of blog posts in January and November, respectively, when the Goblet of Fire movie trailer and film premiered.
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
Blog references to the President peaked at about 3% in early September, when Hurricane Katrina hit the U.S. Gulf Coast. But Potter managed to generate higher and more consistent levels of discussion throughout the rest of the year. Potter was mentioned in 5.5% of all blog posts in mid-July, when Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince book was published, and in 2.5% of blog posts in January and November, respectively, when the Goblet of Fire movie trailer and film premiered.
(SOURCE: WIZARD NEWS)
Video of Dan at 'Boys' Press Conference
Thanks very much to DR.com, we have a video of Daniel Radcliffe at the recent press conference for his upcoming movie, December Boys. In the video, he talks about the local hotline created just for him and his thoughts on Goblet of Fire.
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
(SOURCE: VERITASERUM)
HP Fan Trips to take over Edinburgh Castle in 2006
In 2004, over 100 people took a chance on the first-ever Harry Potter tour designed by fans. This past summer, that number doubled to over 200. Next year, HP Fan Trips will once again whisk hundreds of fans to the United Kingdom, with all-new, exciting features including a takeover of Edinburgh Castle for a private party!
For more info about the 2006 HP Tours, visit HPANA's website.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
For more info about the 2006 HP Tours, visit HPANA's website.
(SOURCE: HPANA)
The Making of GoF: Dragons, Voldemort and More
There are a number of features online now about the work done regarding the technical aspect of making the Harry Potter and the Goblet of Firefilm. Several of the production companies used to make the special effects used in the fourth Potter movie have detailed the astonishing work and effort that went into creating these impressive effects.
First, the Christian Science Monitor has this article about Industrial Light & Magic and the making of the Dragons for the film.
Finally, after three to five months of preparation, the dragon had texture and color and was moving well. It was ready to start "shot production." This is when the dragon is manipulated into film scenes, "acting" alongside the real actors - in this case Harry, who was trying to accomplish a tournament task."The shot production went on for another nine months," Alexander says. The whole process involved at least 50 people for more than a year."
Next, the Moving Picture Company has a very cool feature on their website about the impressive 216 shots they created for Goblet , including the Maze, the graveyard scene, and the 21 foot snake slythering through the opening sequence of the film. They also worked on some 80 shots of Voldemort alone, and you can also see a new still photo of the Dark Lord on their website. To access this scary photo via this link, click either flash or html, then on the bottom photo of Harry, then again. The Voldemort photo is located where is says "more images."
Framestore CFC also has an impressive feature online as well, about the work they did to create special effects for the film, especially for the Second Task, Rita's Quill,and the flying carriage. For the amazing underwater sequence, they delivered over six minutes of specialised footage, including all the digitally created Grindylows.
Finally, reader Ian let us know about his blog where he has some additional Goblet of Fire VXF mentions and interviews. Thanks Ian!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
First, the Christian Science Monitor has this article about Industrial Light & Magic and the making of the Dragons for the film.
Finally, after three to five months of preparation, the dragon had texture and color and was moving well. It was ready to start "shot production." This is when the dragon is manipulated into film scenes, "acting" alongside the real actors - in this case Harry, who was trying to accomplish a tournament task."The shot production went on for another nine months," Alexander says. The whole process involved at least 50 people for more than a year."
Next, the Moving Picture Company has a very cool feature on their website about the impressive 216 shots they created for Goblet , including the Maze, the graveyard scene, and the 21 foot snake slythering through the opening sequence of the film. They also worked on some 80 shots of Voldemort alone, and you can also see a new still photo of the Dark Lord on their website. To access this scary photo via this link, click either flash or html, then on the bottom photo of Harry, then again. The Voldemort photo is located where is says "more images."
Framestore CFC also has an impressive feature online as well, about the work they did to create special effects for the film, especially for the Second Task, Rita's Quill,and the flying carriage. For the amazing underwater sequence, they delivered over six minutes of specialised footage, including all the digitally created Grindylows.
Finally, reader Ian let us know about his blog where he has some additional Goblet of Fire VXF mentions and interviews. Thanks Ian!
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
J.K. Rowling: The Woman, The Myth
That's right, guys. According to this Norwegian paper, J.K. Rowling is an elaborate illusion, cooked up by big companies as part of a worldwide conspiracy to sell books - because we all know you can't do that without tricking people.
This article gets our long-ago-forgotten-but-brought-back-when-truly-mind-numbingly-necessary Vernon Dursley Award, for the denial and cynicism when faced with magic and imagination. Congratulations, Norwegian person!
Now, off to trash that interview, since it clearly didn't really happen... She sure looked the part...and seemed to know something about Potter, too... Well, rats.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
This article gets our long-ago-forgotten-but-brought-back-when-truly-mind-numbingly-necessary Vernon Dursley Award, for the denial and cynicism when faced with magic and imagination. Congratulations, Norwegian person!
Now, off to trash that interview, since it clearly didn't really happen... She sure looked the part...and seemed to know something about Potter, too... Well, rats.
(SOURCE: THE LEAKY CAULDRON)
New Wizard of the Month on JKR.com
JKRowling.com has updated with a new Wizard of the Month:
Bowman Wright1492 – 1560
Famous for developing the Golden Snitch.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Bowman Wright1492 – 1560
Famous for developing the Golden Snitch.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Which HP Movie is Your Favorite?
The Internet Movie Database has updated their site with a new poll. "Now that you've had a chance to see the most recent movie, what's the best of the Harry Potter movies so far?" Click here to vote. Thanks to Sally for sending this in.
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
(SOURCE: MUGGLE NET)
Potter Film is Beamed into Space
The International Space Station (ISS) crew have been treated to a special showing of the latest Potter film.
US astronaut Bill McArthur and Russian cosmonaut Valery Tokarev asked to see Goblet of Fire, so mission control beamed it into space for them to watch.
The screening provided a relaxing break for the crew, who are 55 days into their six month stay on the ISS.
On Thursday they will the celebrate US holiday Thanksgiving with space-food versions of the traditional feast.
They'll mark the day by eating specially treated smoked turkey, dehydrated green beans and a cranberry-apple dessert.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
US astronaut Bill McArthur and Russian cosmonaut Valery Tokarev asked to see Goblet of Fire, so mission control beamed it into space for them to watch.
The screening provided a relaxing break for the crew, who are 55 days into their six month stay on the ISS.
On Thursday they will the celebrate US holiday Thanksgiving with space-food versions of the traditional feast.
They'll mark the day by eating specially treated smoked turkey, dehydrated green beans and a cranberry-apple dessert.
(SOURCE: CBBC NEWSROUND)
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