Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter discusses death scene in 'Deathly Hallows'
In a new interview Helena Bonham Carter (Bellatrix Lestrange) in the "Harry Potter" movies discussed the last movie, "Deathly Hallows 2," and her death scene at the hand of Molly Weasley - Julie Walters.
Posted by Geri on Feb 26 at 5:29 AM; Rotten Tomatoes via SnitchSeeker

Daniel Radcliffe

Update: Dan Radcliffe to be interviewed with APLive today
Later today (3:30 pm ET), actor Daniel Radcliffe will be interviewed by APLive which will be broadcast via Livestream. Details on what will be discuss are vague but the "Harry Potter" movies and his stint on Broadway will surely be discussed. Update: Dan created a PSA (public service announcement) for The Trevor Project & discussed coming across homophobia for the first time and more.
Posted by Geri on Feb 26 at 5:16 AM; AP. Live via DanRadcliffe.com

Ciaran Hinds

Ciaran Hinds talks 'Deathly Hallows' in new interview
In a new interview with WAAF's radio morning show, Ciaran Hinds (Aberforth Dumbledore) talked about filming the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" installments; particularly work with the trio.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 23 at 12:56 AM; SnitchSeeker

'WWoHP' Orlando

'WWoHP' vacation packages just announced
The Universal Orlando Resort has just informed us that they are now offering exclusive vacation packages, starting May 28, to visit "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter." The packages will include hotel accommodations and admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks – along with a wide-range of benefits available only by booking through the Universal Orlando Resort web site.
Posted by Geri on Feb 18 at 1:21 PM; HPANA

J.K. Rowling

Bloomsbury, J.K. Rowling facing copyright infringement lawsuit
J.K. Rowling has been added as a defendant to an ongoing lawsuit against Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, reports Bloomberg. The lawsuit originated from the estate of late author, Adrian Jacobs, who claim J.K. Rowling stole substantial amounts of work from the author, and used them in the "Harry Potter" series.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 17 at 3:59 PM; PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance via Yahoo! News

LEGO products

WB extends partnership with LEGO for "Harry Potter" products
Warner Bros. announced today via press release that they have extended their partnership with toy manufacturer, The LEGO Group. Under the agreement, The LEGO Group will develop construction sets and a board game inspired by "Harry Potter" in time for the release of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part I" later this year.
Posted by Geri on Feb 12 at 9:24 PM; Warner Bros.

Tom Felton

Tom Felton discusses Draco's 'weird love/hate relationship' with Harry
In a new interview, Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), discusses the bond that his character has with Harry and explains that they have a "love/hate relationship." Tom, who is shortly to begin filming "The Apparition" in Berlin, will return for the end of shooting on "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" in the coming weeks.
Posted by Geri on Feb 10 at 3:48 PM; MTV.com

Rupert Grint

Rupert Grint's 'Wild Target' gets a UK release date
The new crime-comedy, "Wild Target," starring Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Bill Nighy (Rufus Scrimgeour) has gotten a UK release date of April 9, 2010.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 9 at 12:15 AM; SnitchSeeker

'Helping Haiti Heal'

'Helping Haiti Heal' finale today, 2 PM EST
Please join us today at 2PM EST as we make a final push to "Help Haiti Heal." Over the past few weeks we have done the unthinkable, raising over $112,000, but you can still donate to this great cause! Join us today for a final webcast, featuring three wizard rock bands, as we recap the past two weeks.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 6 at 2:04 PM; Helping Haiti Heal

'WWoHP' Orlando

Birds eye view of 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter'
A bird's eye view of construction at Universal Orlando Resort's 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter' is now online. The preview video features views of Hogwarts Castle, the Dragon Challenge, Hogsmeade and more.
Posted by Geri on Feb 5 at 4:05 PM; News Tip

Dan, Emma & Rupert

'Potter' stars on Vanity Fair's 'Hollywood's Top 40' list
Actors Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint from the "Harry Potter" movies have been included on Vanity Fair's "Hollywood's Top 40" list of 2009. Dan is listed at number six, while Emma and Rupert landed in the 14 and 15 spots, respectively.
Posted by Geri on Feb 4 at 3:06 PM; Vanity Fair

'Deathly Hallows'

Confirmed: 'Deathly Hallows: Part I' to be released in 3D
Last week rumors started to circle the news rounds that "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" would be released in 3D, we can now confirm these reports to be true.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 4 at 2:06 AM; Warner Brothers

Commercial

Update: 'WWoHP' commercial set to air during Super Bowl
With the opening of Universal Orlando Resort's "Wizarding World of Harry Potter" set to open this coming Spring, a commercial is set to air during this year's Super Bowl. The commercial will feature all-new footage with Harry Potter and two children experiencing the sights of the new attraction. Update: The commercial has now been added to the official Universal Orlando site which also contains a new microsite.
Posted by Geri on Feb 3 at 9:07 AM; HPANA

'WWoHP'

Just announced: Your class could be at the opening of 'Harry Potter World'
The "Today Show" just announced a competition where your class could win a trip to the opening of the "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort" in the spring. All you need to do is complete a 3-minute video featuring your class and teacher answering the question "Why is my class extraordinary?"
Posted by Geri on Feb 3 at 8:41 AM; MSNBC via Yahoo! News

'Oscars'

'Half-Blood Prince' receives Oscar nomination
The oscar nominations were released today, and "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" was among them. It received the highly-respectable "Best Cinematography" nomination for Bruno Delbonnel's magnificent work on the latest "Harry Potter" installment.
Posted by Jeremy on Feb 2 at 10:12 AM; Oscars

Helping Haiti Heal

Second 'Helping Haiti Heal' telethon airs; $65,000 current total raised
A second "Helping Haiti Heal" livestream event is taking place right on in an effort to help "Partners in Health" as they give aid to those in the devastated country of Haiti. The event is now over, and the total amount raised so far is $65,000.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 30 at 3:14 PM; Helping Haiti Heal

Ollivander

'Ollivanders' wand shop at 'Wizarding World' detailed, new video
At the "Wizarding World of Harry Potter" attraction at Universal Orlando Resort, guests will be able to visit an authentic "Ollivanders" wand shop like the one seen in Diagon Alley from the film series. Details of the experience, as well as a new artist's rendering and video, have been released.
Posted by Cheeser on Jan 28 at 7:43 AM; Universal Orlando Resort

Attraction

Update: Tour 'Wizarding World of Harry Potter' via webcam
Universal Orlando Resort is debuting a virtual online tour of the "Wizarding World of Harry Potter" attraction Thursday through a partnership with USA Today. Using a map found in Thursday's print edition, users with a webcam can experience an "augmented reality" three-dimensional tour of the park online.
Posted by Cheeser on Jan 28 at 2:59 AM; USA Today via Yahoo! News

Warner Brothers

Update: Confirmed: WB planning to purchase Leavesden Studios after 'HP'
A new report has found it's way online indicating that Warner Brothers plans to buy the famous Leavesden Studios after "Harry Potter" filming is complete. Possible plans for the studios include having it as a main hub of post-production for WB's films in Europe, as well as a possible tourists attraction. WB has confirmed these plans through their official twitter account. Update: WB has released an official statement about their planned acquisition.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 27 at 1:13 AM; The Financial Times via SnitchSeeker

'Deathly Hallows'

'Deathly Hallows' set for release in 3D?
An article on The Hollywood Reporter's Heat Vision blog states that Warner Brothers is planning on releasing both parts of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" in 3D. Citing that with costs of conversion down ($10 million per film for conversion and distribution) and demand for 3D rising, now is an optimal time for a "Harry Potter" 3D release.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 26 at 6:39 PM; Coming Soon via Yahoo! News

Hogwarts casle

Official image of Hogwarts from 'Wizarding World' theme park
NBC Universal Orlando released an official image of Hogwarts castle at "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" theme park to websites today, and we were lucky enough to get a copy. The image gives a full-size view of what we can expect to see when the theme park opens in the spring.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 25 at 7:14 PM; NBC Universal Orlando

'Deathly Hallows'

'Harry Potter' cast & crew talk 'Deathly Hallows'
In the latest edition of "Total Film" magazine an article on "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" was run, and includes a set preview along with interviews with cast and crew.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 24 at 10:14 PM; Various

Helping Haiti Heal

Update: "Helping Haiti Heal:" a live fandom-wide event raises over $39K
HPANA is helping Haiti heal. "Harry Potter" fans have joined with members of fandoms from other popular books, movies, and tv series (including "Heroes, "True Blood," "The Wire" and "Firefly") to create "Helping Haiti Heal," a home-grown effort to contribute to the growing humanitarian aid and charitable relief activities in Haiti. Update: The telethon is over with, and in less than 23 hours , we've raised $39,000.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 21 at 7:06 PM; Helping Haiti Heal

Alivans

Redwood for Red Cross
Alivan's is donating 100% of the profits from all Redwood wand sales to the Red Cross to go directly to Haiti. All you need to do is purchase one of their Redwood wands (in either of the two Redwood designs) between now and Jan. 31st and they will take care of the rest. This is a great time to get a wand you've been wanting and help people in dire need!
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 21 at 5:20 PM; Alivans

BAFTA awards

'HBP' garners two BAFTA nominations
The 2010 British Academy Film Awards nominations have been announced and "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" has garnered two nods for production design and visual effects.
Posted by Geri on Jan 21 at 10:34 AM; BBC

Alexandre Desplat

Composer named for 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1'
It has been confirmed that french composer Alexandre Desplat will be scoring the music for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1." Mr. Desplat recently scored soundtracks for "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," "Julie & Julia" and "The Queen."
Posted by Geri on Jan 19 at 7:16 PM; Filmonic.com via MuggleNet

HP Alliance

Reach out to Haiti with The Harry Potter Alliance
As many of you are no doubt already aware, yesterday a magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit the small country of Haiti, causing devastation throughout the country. The HPA are currently amassing "Harry Potter" fans around the world to help with the relief efforts; this includes you.
Posted by Jeremy on Jan 13 at 7:23 PM; HPA

Tom Felton

Win a chance to have Tom Felton follow you for a week on Twitter
"Harry Potter" actor Tom Felton has joined the internet campaign "Alcohol. It's No Joke," and is giving one lucky fan the chance to have him follow them for a week via Twitter in their new competition.
Posted by Geri on Jan 13 at 10:19 AM; SFX

'Wizarding World of Harry Potter'

New pictures of 'Wizarding World of Harry Potter'
With construction still ongoing at Universal's 'Wizarding World of Harry Potter,' and a reported opening in the Spring, some new photos of the theme park are now online.
Posted by Geri on Jan 12 at 8:21 PM; Orlando Sentinel

Free DVD

For UK fans: Celebrate 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter' with free stuff
Some lucky fans in the UK have a chance to view "The Wizard World of Harry Potter" footage courtesy of the Daily Telegraph this coming weekend. The newspaper is giving away free a DVD highlighting Universal Orlando Resort's newest addition on Sunday. The following day, fans will also be able to get a free "Harry Potter and the Hogwarts castle" mouse pad -- all they have to do is pick up the newspaper.
Posted by Geri on Jan 12 at 11:38 AM; The Telegraph

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