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OCTOBER 4, 2006 at 10:28 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: Movies online via Wizard News
News seems to have popped up online stating
that David Yates has been asked to direct Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Mr. Yates is expected to accept the offer, with filming to commence in May 2007, two months before the release of Order of the Phoenix.
We will update this information as soon as we can.
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Muggle
Points: 90
Hogwartsdork says:
If Yates turns it down, offer it to Mike Newell! But if he does take it, than he will be the first director since Chris Columbus to do more than one. Very interesting.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 1:34 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1347
Chudley_Cannons_Rule! says:
Wow...that's really great David! To direct two movies in a row! Keep up the great work!
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 2:02 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2108
phoenix_feathers says:
I liked how he directed. I'd be alright with it.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 3:22 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 82
Hufflepuff is Love. says:
Oh My God I soo can not wait until I get to see that movie.
It was the best book of the series.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 4:44 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1426
~Hermione says:
It's perhaps only a rumour. I don't think that Emma is going to agree because she said that changing the directors for every movie made it interesting and now they're going to have the same director. I don't know...
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 4:56 PM EST
Forgetful Werewolf
Points: 14831
Patronus_Potter says:
Hmmm that would be cool. It would mean they could get right on with working on the next film, and it would providing some continuity in directing style.
We shall have to see if it's true.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 5:11 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 427
shadowquill says:
I know that time is running out concerning the literal ages of the stars, but I think they should at least wait until the premiere of Order of the Phoenix before making a decision like that. What if its terrible? I mean, Order of the Phoenix wasn't the most popular in the series in the first place... it sold well, but fans were a little disappointed for various reasons. I personally didn't like it upon first read, but liked it the second time. Its a different tone, a different feel, a book more about internal conflict than any of the others. It needs expert directing. And Half Blood Prince will be even more complicated, with all the little character quirks that SHOULD be included to make Dumbledore's death poignant.
Both movies need expert directing, and I hope that he does a SPECTACULAR job on Phoenix. I have faith in his ability, but even the greatest film makers make mistakes.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 5:13 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
nejicanspin says:
I don't think he will get to direct the next movie. I don't know why, but I have this sort of "gut" type feeling inside of me. Sorry I couldn't fix my avatar I am at the library because my dad says I wrecked the computer, and it won't let me in because of some stupid filter saying it is considered as "chat". I personally don't think it is at all, but anyway, I will try to fix it ASAP.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 5:33 PM EST
Witch
Points: 883
Bossy Boots says:
It would be nice to have one director do two films in a row. Chris Columbus did it and the films were fabulous! However, I haven't seen OOTP yet so I don't know if I want him directing both yet. But, if JKR trusts him and Dan, Rupert, and Emma like him, then I will, too! :)
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 7:31 PM EST
Mrs. Roonil Wazlib
Points: 2492
weasleyskeepingme says:
I've kind of gotten used to having different director for practically each movie, so I have mixed feelings about Yates directing HBP. Although we've for the most part heard good things about OotP, we really won't know the quality of his work with HP until the release. Personally I have my heart set on M. Night Shaymlan for HBP!!
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 7:39 PM EST
Witch
Points: 503
Livian Silver says:
Wow! Things are happening so fast. I'd prefer to see how he does with OOTP before I comment on his directing skills, but having the same director for two movies will make things easier as he will already know all the cast.
And to address an earlier comment - no! don't replace Gambon as Dumbledore. You need to keep the same actors for the rest of the films, otherwise it will just be crud. They've already done four. What's 3 more really? The magic will only stay alive if the faces stay the same.
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 9:07 PM EST
Student
Points: 267
Jamie*Owns*Your*FACE! says:
Well ive never heard of that director, but hopefully if he is the real director, than he will be ah-mazing!
Posted Oct 5, 2006 at 11:08 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2495
Jbird says:
I can't believe it! It seems like it's all happening so fast. At least they're thinking ahead. I really hope that Emma continues the series, I know that she is very busy and probably wants to start university what with her good scores and all but she just can't abandon this project-there would definatly be alot of angry fans.
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 12:25 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2011
brenpotterfans says:
Well I can't be happy about this until I see his version of Order of the Phoenix. If he does great then I will be happy to have him do the next film.
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 12:29 AM EST
Professor
(Moderator)
Points: 1180
Vermin Jerky says:
I dunno if he wants to do that. From what I understand Chris Columbus regretted directing two films in a row.
All I can say is that, if this is true, I hope Yates gives me confidence in OotP. So far the signs look hopeful to me but there's no way to know.
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 3:26 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 906
*The*Physical*Being* says:
Whoa, i have tyo see OotP before i will agree with that offer. Sheesh they really start filming early for the next one don't they?!
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 4:01 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1693
~*Loony Lovegood*~ says:
Wow that's really soon! I thought they'd wait a little while after the release of OotP but obviously I was wrong. Can't wait to see OotP =)
Cherie x
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 8:55 AM EST
Celtic Epona
Points: 6686
Val-Halla says:
I just know 'Half-Blood Prince' is going to be fantastic if David Yates is directing it. He must be good if they've asked him back after he's been directing 'Order of the Phoenix.'
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 9:27 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 364
kappy says:
I like that they are planning for HBP already, but it would be nice to see OotP first to see if I like what he does with it. I guess Chris Colombus did a good job with the first 2 movies, but I don't remember if they were filmed so close together???
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 11:57 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 449
Emma#1fan says:
THat would be nice if one of the directors stayed for more than one movie.
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 12:53 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1457
Lexii*Chiita says:
Ootp looks good so far...I love the pictures of Dumbledore's Army (DA)and the others that's been postd on to the site :D Iwant to see more though, hopefully they'll come today or tomorrow :D
David Yates was be doing a great job with WB and I hope that his work will pay off :D for Ootp and HBP :)
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 3:50 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4651
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
*chants* I need Chris Columbus!!!!!!
~Drish~
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 7:43 PM EST
Singularly Gifted Witch
Points: 5157
Medea says:
I think they should have waited for the final product and fans' reviews on this director before they decided to hire him again. Hope he's good.
Posted Oct 6, 2006 at 9:57 PM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4393
ILoveHP! says:
Wow. He really does love Harry Potter... I still can't comment because I haven't seen the movie yet...
Posted Oct 7, 2006 at 8:12 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3647
Anastasia Popovick says:
I have to agree with ILoveHP! I haven't seen it really to make a comment. Don't feel it's fair to judge someone's work in this or any area by comparing it to their previous works. People change...
Posted Oct 7, 2006 at 9:54 AM EST
Student
Points: 246
ToriLuv704 says:
This is good news to hear.. GOOD news indeed. Hope he will do a great job, sure he will though. :)
Posted Oct 7, 2006 at 10:08 AM EST
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