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JULY 16, 2009 at 7:59 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: HPANA
Finally, Harry Potter fans in the U.S. will have a chance to view the documentary J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life. The show, which originally aired in the UK late last year, will be shown
at 9 pm on ABC tonigh.
The documentary will follow Ms. Rowling as she writes the last of Deathly Hallows, follows her has she visits old sites and discusses her life and how she started to write the series.
Please check your local listings for times.
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Prefect
Points: 307
Yavanna says:
This is a question for the Americans out there. The documentary is not planned to come out in Australia any time soon, so I was wondering if any of you know whether the American ABC puts up copies of its documentaries on the internet after they are shown on TV? I'd really love to see it. Thanks.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 9:11 AM EST
Witch
Points: 503
Twilight princess midna says:
Aww man. That's so unfair i wish i can see that. But i don't have ABC. So unfair.I'm so angry now cause i would have loved to seen that.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 9:38 AM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8934
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Should be a very interesting documentary. Wonder how up to date it will be. Whether is will be the same or updated with a few snipits. Sounds like not. I imagaine there will be some great ads for HP films, etc, since it is on ABC.
As to the question on the show, ABC does put some shows up for viewing on their site. Not sure if this one will make it, since it is not really theirs.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 9:39 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2076
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
Oh wow! I'm really happy to hear this and I look forward to watching it tonight!
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 11:33 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1604
R//V/@ says:
I hope ABC puts the documentary online for all of the fans who dont have ABC ( including me, sadly) or who don't live in the US. But that's great that they're finally showing it in the US!
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 1:20 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1670
DumbledoresArmy says:
Well this shall go on my DVR. Wow, thats going to be awesome!
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 1:34 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2002
Phil Haney says:
A Year in the life?
Woke up, got out of bed
Dragged a comb across my head...
Just kidding. Should be good though.
-Phil
"Quini, quidi, quici" - I came, I saw, I played a little quidditch.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 2:16 PM EST
Witch
Points: 580
KarateKid says:
Definitely worth a watch. I'd recommend it to all American fans. It's very insightful. And nice.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 5:15 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27761
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
It was actually on at 8 ;)
I love how its the exact same wording as the UK one but with the american lady doing the voice over....why didnt they just leave it XD
I hope they make this into a dvd :)
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 9:05 PM EST
Witch
Points: 670
draconifors says:
Watched it a couple of days ago,very well put together! definatly worth a watch if you havent seen it yet.
Posted Jul 16, 2009 at 9:34 PM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3674
Hecate3fold says:
I remember seeing this before. It was an interesting portrayal of her life.
I'd like to see an update and find out what she is doing now. Is she writing anthing at all? What does she do with her days now? Public speaking, have lunch with the Queen and the First Lady, support her charities?
Inquiring minds would like to know!
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 12:07 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Yes,I remember this.Haven't got the chance to see it,but now maybe I can.I really do hope I get to see it.
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 5:19 AM EST
Witch
Points: 763
Green is Good! says:
Watched it last night. J.K. Rowling is such a lovely person.
There's a hilarious bit where she's shoe shopping, and she says "why do women LOVE shoes?". Amen, Sister! Ha ha ha!
I wish I taped it!
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 8:46 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
Brilliant...I will be tunning in tonight at 8pm on ABC.
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 11:10 AM EST
Witch
Points: 734
Fantasy Lover says:
I watched it yesterday and it was fantastic. I didn't watch it in ABC channel because I don't have cable. But it was airing from ABC channel to a Canadian channel called, A, and it was highly interesting and emotional to watch.
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 5:01 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4655
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
Ah it doesn't say it's on here!
~Drish~
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 5:10 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 426
brian_177 says:
Excellent documentary. I think my favourite thing about JKR is that she really does appreciate how lucky she is that people appreciated her talent... it would have been pretty easy for someone like her to grow a huge ego.
Posted Jul 17, 2009 at 6:25 PM EST
Witch
Points: 605
Sahara says:
I saw this online last year. It really is a great look into JKR world and such a treat for her fans. I really enjoyed watching this documentary. I highly recommend it for Harry Potter fans.
Posted Jul 18, 2009 at 3:51 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3252
Tenshi says:
This was very interesting to watch, though the ending got cut off for some reason. Her life really was dark and depressing before all this happened - and not just because of financial struggles. Also, I love how she enjoys discussing with fans more than being at fancy functions and dressing up - go Jo!
Posted Jul 18, 2009 at 8:48 PM EST
Witch
Points: 549
wendelinDewyrd says:
If I have time, I may watch it - seems interesting.
Posted Jul 19, 2009 at 3:30 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3656
Anastasia Popovick says:
Man...being on vacation is awesome but it really stinks when you miss things like this on TV. Oh well...
Posted Jul 19, 2009 at 8:28 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 369
Big_D says:
She is a truely remarkable person. I can't wait to see it!
Posted Jul 20, 2009 at 7:39 PM EST
Squib
Points: 149
Madam Marsh says:
I wasn't sure I wanted to see the program--I've been sort of boycotting JKR since the last book, which I viewed as a betrayal of everything she had accomplished and led up to in the previous six. The writing wasn't up to her brilliant standard and her facile resolutions to a lot of complex plots and her peremptory disposal of some beloved characters (only Dobby got the respect and care he deserved), made me furious. BUT. I decided to watch and I have to say that some of what she said about her decisions in ending the story made me feel better about her. I still don't like most of the book, but I appreciated her idea that Harry's ultimate survival represents the courage it takes for a person to come back from war or tragedy or great trauma and go on with life. Also, one remark she made while she drew a family tree diagram, gave a tantalizing hint for the future. Showing Harry's children's names, she pointed out Albus Severus and said that she was most interested in him.
Once in the forums I read a saw a comment from a super-observant reader who found Albus Severus Potter's initials most interesting. I had failed to notice this but my sister Snapesorceress and I thought this possible hint for the future might be a saving grace for the devastating disappointment we had suffered with DH. Now JKR has pointed out this same character and, knowing how she loves to make puzzles for us, I think the guy in the forum (don't remember his name--sorry) picked up on something important. I would spell out here what Snapesorceress and I think this hint means, but it might be more fun for everyone to ponder on it and work it out for themselves. We hope very much that we're right and that Jo has big plans for something new. So I was quite glad I saw the documentary and if you haven't seen it but get the chance, take it. It's well-done and she really is great.
Posted Jul 21, 2009 at 5:28 PM EST
The Chosen One
Points: 9942
Gryffindor Dude says:
I will admit, I tuned in for this. I loved hearing from J.K. Rowling and seeing what she was up to these days. She's an inspirational person to follow!
Posted Jul 23, 2009 at 11:42 PM EST
Squib
Points: 115
I<3Weasleys says:
I didn't get to see this which was too bad it would have been really interesting to hear about everything that's going on with JKR these days now that HP is over. By the way I love your avatar Madam Marsh.
Posted Aug 30, 2009 at 4:19 PM EST