Draco Malfoy stands as Harry’s complete opposite, and thus makes a wonderful antagonist and villain in the hugely popular JK Rowling’s book series about the famous boy wizard Harry. According to Rowling, Draco Malfoy was born on June 5, 1980. Since Harry’s first day at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Draco Malfoy has stood as his main rival and antagonist at the school. He is frequently trying to compete at Harry, and is bothered any time that Harry distinguishes himself in any way.
Draco Malfoy is described as tall and slender. He has a sharp-featured face, including a sharp nose and darting eyes. He is described as very pale, with slick white-blond hair. He has light grey eyes that are described as icy and cold. He comes from a wealthy family. Harry immediately dislikes Draco Malfoy, and considers him to be an arrogant and spoiled boy who is also selfish and extremely competitive. The other students generally refer to Draco as “Malfoy” Draco Malfoy frequently makes fun of Ron Weasley because his family is not rich. Weasley comes from a poor financial background, although his family is rich in love. Draco Malfoy also frequently antagonizes Ron Weasley because she was born into a muggle family. In other words, Hermione does not have “magical” parents or known relatives with magical abilities. Draco Malfoy has an elitist and prejudiced view of the wizard world. Draco was taught by his family that wizarding should only be studied and done by those who come from a pure wizard family. Draco Malfoy is known to call Hermione by the slur “mudblood.” In the Harry Potter film adaptations, Draco Malfoy is played by the actor Tom Felton.
Just how did Draco turn into such a monster? It appears that much of Draco’s arrogance comes from the way he was raised. He was the only child of Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy. His family is loosely related to the Black family on his mother’s side. It appears that Draco’s mother is the cousin of Sirius Black. Draco Malfoy represents one of Harry’s biggest challenges as a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. At first, he appears merely to be schoolyard bully-type and a source of competition for Harry. However, as the book series continues, Draco begins to mature, but he also takes on even more sinister undertones. Eventually, Draco Malfoy joins the death eaters. Draco appears to inherit his family’s generational racism. Draco’s father, Lucius, is a known supporter of the dark and evil Lord Voldemort. However, after the initial downfall of the dark Lord Voldemort, Lucius claims that he did not really support Voldemort, but was merely the victim of a mind control spell. However, when the dark Lord Voldemort attains a new body and returns to the wizard world, both of Draco’s parents return to the service of the evil Lord Voldemort. Although Draco Malfoy’s mother, Narcissa, does not seem to become a death eater herself, it is clear that she supports her husband and the Lord Voldemort’s evil goals.
In nearly all of the Harry Potter books released in the series thus far, Draco Malfoy nearly always serves as Harry Potter’s foil. They are like reverse mirror images of one another. Draco is also important because he is the most prominent representative of the Slytherin House. He provides other members with rumors, and stands as one of the most important sources of information in the series, rumors and otherwise. Although he is a bully and arrogant, he also possesses a keen intelligence. He has aspirations to be one of the most powerful and cunning wizards in all of Hogwarts history.
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Daniel Radcliffe – The Boy Behind Harry Potter
Daniel Radcliffe has been made into a genuine movie star because of the popularity of the Harry Potter books and subsequent film adaptations. Most Harry Potter fans agree that Daniel makes the perfect Harry Potter because he emits a sense of courage, earnestness and real-life teenage behavior that makes Harry Potter such an appealing character. In the eyes of many fans, Daniel Radcliffe is Harry Potter.
Daniel Radcliffe was born in Fulham, London. He is the only son of Alan Radcliffe and Marcia Gresham. His father Alan is a literary agent, while mother Marcia is a casting agent for the BBC. Daniel lives with his parents and two dogs, named Binka and Nugget. From an early age, Radcliffe expressed an interest in going into acting. He made his acting debut in the BBC production of Charles Dickens popular novel, David Copperfield, which was released in December of 1999. Young Radcliffe portrayed the title character as a boy. But Radcliffe’s truly big break arrived when he tried out for the much-coveted role of Harry Potter in the big-budget film adaptations of the immensely popular JK Rowling book series. After attending an open call audition, and after several rounds of auditions, Radcliffe finally landed the role of a lifetime.
In August of 2000, it was announced that Daniel Radcliffe would be taking on the role of Harry Potter in the film adaptations of the mega-popular book series. Although he was selected for the role of Harry Potter in August of 2000, Radcliffe actually made his official big screen film debut in the Tailor of Panama in 2001. Later that year, the world would come to know him as Harry Potter in the first adaptation of the Rowling’s novels, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in the North American version). The film met all expectation and quickly became one of the highest grossing films in the year, and one of the most successful film franchises of all time was launched.
Daniel Radcliffe has gone on to star in four more Harry Potter films, including Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of the Phoenix. It is not yet known whether the remaining books in the series (there will be seven in total) will be adapted into film, but chances are they will eventually be made into films because the franchise has been so successful.
Daniel Radcliffe has begun to move beyond his Harry Potter persona. Radcliffe has recently starred in stage productions. In 2002, for instance, he appeared in a guest role in The Play What I Wrote, a West End production directed by Kenneth Branagh (who also co-starred in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets). In 2006, Radcliffe made a little fun of his image when he appeared in Extras. On that show, he gleefully did a parody of himself. Radcliffe appears to be making a smooth transition into adult roles, carefully moving past the role of Harry Potter. Child actors notoriously have a difficult time transitioning into adult roles, and it appear that Radcliffe’s troubles would be compounded by the fact that he has achieved such success at an early age, playing one of the most recognizable roles of all times. But Radcliffe appears to be making the transition with little difficulty, appearing in small independent movies and taking on more theatrical roles. One of his most recent film roles is for an independent Australian production called December Boys. He is also scheduled to appear on stage in the play Equus, a role that has generated media buzz because he is scheduled to appear nude.
Daniel Radcliffe was born in Fulham, London. He is the only son of Alan Radcliffe and Marcia Gresham. His father Alan is a literary agent, while mother Marcia is a casting agent for the BBC. Daniel lives with his parents and two dogs, named Binka and Nugget. From an early age, Radcliffe expressed an interest in going into acting. He made his acting debut in the BBC production of Charles Dickens popular novel, David Copperfield, which was released in December of 1999. Young Radcliffe portrayed the title character as a boy. But Radcliffe’s truly big break arrived when he tried out for the much-coveted role of Harry Potter in the big-budget film adaptations of the immensely popular JK Rowling book series. After attending an open call audition, and after several rounds of auditions, Radcliffe finally landed the role of a lifetime.
In August of 2000, it was announced that Daniel Radcliffe would be taking on the role of Harry Potter in the film adaptations of the mega-popular book series. Although he was selected for the role of Harry Potter in August of 2000, Radcliffe actually made his official big screen film debut in the Tailor of Panama in 2001. Later that year, the world would come to know him as Harry Potter in the first adaptation of the Rowling’s novels, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in the North American version). The film met all expectation and quickly became one of the highest grossing films in the year, and one of the most successful film franchises of all time was launched.
Daniel Radcliffe has gone on to star in four more Harry Potter films, including Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of the Phoenix. It is not yet known whether the remaining books in the series (there will be seven in total) will be adapted into film, but chances are they will eventually be made into films because the franchise has been so successful.
Daniel Radcliffe has begun to move beyond his Harry Potter persona. Radcliffe has recently starred in stage productions. In 2002, for instance, he appeared in a guest role in The Play What I Wrote, a West End production directed by Kenneth Branagh (who also co-starred in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets). In 2006, Radcliffe made a little fun of his image when he appeared in Extras. On that show, he gleefully did a parody of himself. Radcliffe appears to be making a smooth transition into adult roles, carefully moving past the role of Harry Potter. Child actors notoriously have a difficult time transitioning into adult roles, and it appear that Radcliffe’s troubles would be compounded by the fact that he has achieved such success at an early age, playing one of the most recognizable roles of all times. But Radcliffe appears to be making the transition with little difficulty, appearing in small independent movies and taking on more theatrical roles. One of his most recent film roles is for an independent Australian production called December Boys. He is also scheduled to appear on stage in the play Equus, a role that has generated media buzz because he is scheduled to appear nude.
Hermione – The Third Point in the Harry Potter Triangle
Hermione Granger is the third point in the Harry Potter triangle. The other points being, of course Harry himself, and the lovable Ron Weasley. With a sharp intelligence and sensible nature, Hermione represents the brains of the best friend triangle. Hermione—full name Hermione Jane Granger—is said to have been born on September 19, 1979. She is of course a fictional creation from the mind of JK Rowling, creator of the massively successful Harry Potter books, but she seems real to many young readers of the Harry Potter book series, especially young girls who admire Hermione’s detective skills and intellectual nature. In the movie versions of the books, Hermione is played by the young British actress Emma Watson. On a side note: some readers have complained that Hermione’s name, upon a first reading, is a bit difficult to pronounce. JK Rowling has commented that she would not have named her character Hermione if she would have though it would cause readers such problems. The character is said to be named after a Shakespeare character.
Like Ron Weasley and Harry Potter, Hermione Grangers is a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She is curiously also one of the oldest students in her class. This is because she was born on September 19, 1979. This made her too young to join the previous class of Hogwarts students, since the cut-off date was just a few weeks prior to her turning eleven years old. So now she is one of the oldest students in her class, and some would say that she had demonstrated such maturity. She is not only mature but also owns a very keen intellect. She is also very sensible, brave, and fiercely loyal to her friends. However, she is also quite sensitive.
In the first book of the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Ron pokes fun at Hermione and she runs off to the bathroom to cry. When Ron realizes just how sensitive the ‘smart’ girl is, he treats her with more care and sensitivity. However, some would argue that this is character weakness and shows her lack of emotionally maturity and development. Also, some readers have noted that Hermione is not always cool under pressure. For instance, when she finds herself caught in the grips of the Devil’s Snare plant, she shrieks her head off and forgets to enact the flame spell that could potentially save her. However, other readers have argued that Hermione’s perceived character weaknesses are merely an extension of plot development. Some argue that Rowling needs Hermione (and other characters) to act in certain ways in order to move the plot along, and that this episode does not necessarily speak ill of Hermione.
Despite these perceived character weaknesses, most readers would agree that Hermione is a dedicated and loyal friend. Most would describe her as brave, fiercely intelligent and always willing to help. Moreover, many readers notes, usually her plan of action is the best, and Ron and Harry usually follow her lead. Physically, Hermione is described as having a head full of bushy brown hair and big brown eyes. She has been described as having rather big front teeth. In the past, some of her fellow classmates at Hogwarts have teased her about her experience. However, Hermione has become strong under the weight of frequent teasing. She seems to have developed a healthy self-esteem and strong sense of self. As she enters adolescence, Hermione is described as blossoming into a beautiful young woman. However, her true beauty lies in her inner strength, her strong political consciousness, and fiercely loyal attitude toward her good friends. There is no doubt that Harry and Ron would simply be lost without her.
Like Ron Weasley and Harry Potter, Hermione Grangers is a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She is curiously also one of the oldest students in her class. This is because she was born on September 19, 1979. This made her too young to join the previous class of Hogwarts students, since the cut-off date was just a few weeks prior to her turning eleven years old. So now she is one of the oldest students in her class, and some would say that she had demonstrated such maturity. She is not only mature but also owns a very keen intellect. She is also very sensible, brave, and fiercely loyal to her friends. However, she is also quite sensitive.
In the first book of the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Ron pokes fun at Hermione and she runs off to the bathroom to cry. When Ron realizes just how sensitive the ‘smart’ girl is, he treats her with more care and sensitivity. However, some would argue that this is character weakness and shows her lack of emotionally maturity and development. Also, some readers have noted that Hermione is not always cool under pressure. For instance, when she finds herself caught in the grips of the Devil’s Snare plant, she shrieks her head off and forgets to enact the flame spell that could potentially save her. However, other readers have argued that Hermione’s perceived character weaknesses are merely an extension of plot development. Some argue that Rowling needs Hermione (and other characters) to act in certain ways in order to move the plot along, and that this episode does not necessarily speak ill of Hermione.
Despite these perceived character weaknesses, most readers would agree that Hermione is a dedicated and loyal friend. Most would describe her as brave, fiercely intelligent and always willing to help. Moreover, many readers notes, usually her plan of action is the best, and Ron and Harry usually follow her lead. Physically, Hermione is described as having a head full of bushy brown hair and big brown eyes. She has been described as having rather big front teeth. In the past, some of her fellow classmates at Hogwarts have teased her about her experience. However, Hermione has become strong under the weight of frequent teasing. She seems to have developed a healthy self-esteem and strong sense of self. As she enters adolescence, Hermione is described as blossoming into a beautiful young woman. However, her true beauty lies in her inner strength, her strong political consciousness, and fiercely loyal attitude toward her good friends. There is no doubt that Harry and Ron would simply be lost without her.
The Loveable Ron Weasley, Harry’s Best Buddy
Ron Weasley stands as one of the most ideal representations of a best friend ever to be penned into the world of fiction. As Harry Potter’s best buddy, fans the world over have become endeared to the lovable Ron Weasley. Even after the adolescent spats that they have encountered in recent years, fans everywhere still love Ron Weasley. Why? He is sincere, funny, and always loyal to everyone’s favorite boy wizard, Harry Potter. Here is a brief overview of everyone’s favorite best friend, Ron Weasley.
Ron Weasley, full name Ronald Bilius ‘Ron’ Weasley, is said to have been born on the first of March, 1980. Although he is a fictional character in JK Rowling’s fantastically successful Harry Potter book series, many readers and critics alike have noted that Ron Weasley stands as one of Rowling’s most credible and realistic fictional characters. Ron Weasley bears all the trademark stripes of the large Weasley clan: they all have flaming red hair, blue eyes, and are usually rather tall and gangly. And Ron Weasley is no exception: he is all of these things. He is also described as having freckles, big hands and feet, and a rather long nose. In very popular Harry Potter films, he is portrayed by the young actor Rupert Grint.
Like Harry Potter, Ron Weasley also belongs to the house of Gryffindor at Hogwarts. He became best friends with Harry and Hermione Granger during their first year together at Hogwarts. Like Hermione, Ron Weasley nearly always plays a pivotal role in Harry’s adventures. Like Draco Malfoy, Ron Weasley also represents a kind of foil to Harry’s character. While Harry Potter is an orphan who has been mistreated by his relatives, Ron Weasley comes from a large and very loving tight knit family. He has several older brothers, all of whom are well-regarded graduates of Hogwarts School.
However, in such a big family, it can be easy at times to feel lost. Ron often feels overshadowed by his older brothers. To further compound these feelings, Ron Weasley is usually considered to have average wizarding abilities. He does not seem to excel or stand out, and he sometimes feels ignored because of this fact. Harry Potter is usually the one to receive the limelight, and this causes a rift in their relationship later in the series. The two characters—Harry and Ron—also serve as important thematic foils to one another in another important respect. While Ron is rich with family, his family is not rich. His family has meager financial holdings, and Draco Malfoy often teases him because of this. Meanwhile, while Harry has a big inheritance, he lacks the richness of Ron’s large and tight knit family.
Ron Weasley’s parents are Arthur and Molly Weasley. Ron is the sixth of their seventh children, and he is the youngest son. He has a younger sister, Ginny, who will eventually become Harry Potter’s love interest. Ron Weasley grew up with his family in The Burrow, which is close to the village of Ottery St. Catchpole in Devon. His five older brothers are called Bill, Charlie, Percy, and the twins, Fred and George. The Weasley family is interesting because they hail from a very old pure-blood wizarding family. However, they do not discriminate against muggles or muggle-born wizards. Ron Weasley stands out from his large family because he is funny and sometimes described as a bit goofy. However, it is precisely these characteristics that has endeared Ron Weasley to so many fans of the Harry Potter books the world over. Many readers argue that the series simply would not work as well without the lovable Ron Weasley by Harry’s side.
Ron Weasley, full name Ronald Bilius ‘Ron’ Weasley, is said to have been born on the first of March, 1980. Although he is a fictional character in JK Rowling’s fantastically successful Harry Potter book series, many readers and critics alike have noted that Ron Weasley stands as one of Rowling’s most credible and realistic fictional characters. Ron Weasley bears all the trademark stripes of the large Weasley clan: they all have flaming red hair, blue eyes, and are usually rather tall and gangly. And Ron Weasley is no exception: he is all of these things. He is also described as having freckles, big hands and feet, and a rather long nose. In very popular Harry Potter films, he is portrayed by the young actor Rupert Grint.
Like Harry Potter, Ron Weasley also belongs to the house of Gryffindor at Hogwarts. He became best friends with Harry and Hermione Granger during their first year together at Hogwarts. Like Hermione, Ron Weasley nearly always plays a pivotal role in Harry’s adventures. Like Draco Malfoy, Ron Weasley also represents a kind of foil to Harry’s character. While Harry Potter is an orphan who has been mistreated by his relatives, Ron Weasley comes from a large and very loving tight knit family. He has several older brothers, all of whom are well-regarded graduates of Hogwarts School.
However, in such a big family, it can be easy at times to feel lost. Ron often feels overshadowed by his older brothers. To further compound these feelings, Ron Weasley is usually considered to have average wizarding abilities. He does not seem to excel or stand out, and he sometimes feels ignored because of this fact. Harry Potter is usually the one to receive the limelight, and this causes a rift in their relationship later in the series. The two characters—Harry and Ron—also serve as important thematic foils to one another in another important respect. While Ron is rich with family, his family is not rich. His family has meager financial holdings, and Draco Malfoy often teases him because of this. Meanwhile, while Harry has a big inheritance, he lacks the richness of Ron’s large and tight knit family.
Ron Weasley’s parents are Arthur and Molly Weasley. Ron is the sixth of their seventh children, and he is the youngest son. He has a younger sister, Ginny, who will eventually become Harry Potter’s love interest. Ron Weasley grew up with his family in The Burrow, which is close to the village of Ottery St. Catchpole in Devon. His five older brothers are called Bill, Charlie, Percy, and the twins, Fred and George. The Weasley family is interesting because they hail from a very old pure-blood wizarding family. However, they do not discriminate against muggles or muggle-born wizards. Ron Weasley stands out from his large family because he is funny and sometimes described as a bit goofy. However, it is precisely these characteristics that has endeared Ron Weasley to so many fans of the Harry Potter books the world over. Many readers argue that the series simply would not work as well without the lovable Ron Weasley by Harry’s side.
The Parents of Harry Potter – A Glimpse into the Little We Know about Them
One of the greatest mysteries of the Harry Potter book series has to do with Harry’s parents. We know they were called James and Lily Potter, but what else do we know about them? Very little, in fact, and Harry Potter creator JK Rowling’s has revealed little information about Harry’s parents. The rumor mill reports that readers will finally get to know more about Harry’s parents. But for now, what do we know about said James and Lily Potter? What kind of parents were they? And what sort of students were they when they attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as young wizards in training?
Here is what we know about James Potter, Harry’s father: he was born in 1958 in Great Britain, although no specific city or region is mentioned. Physically, James Potter is described as having hazel eyes, a rather thin face, messy black hair that always sticked up at the back, a nose slightly longer than Harry’s, and about the same height as Harry during his own Hogwarts school days. James Potter attended Hogwarts School from approximately 1969 to 1976. He belonged to the Gryffindor house, and we understand that his best friends at school included Sirius Black (who we find out is Harry’s godfather), Peter Pettigrew, and Remus Lupin. Sirius Black became like a member of James Potter’s family.
In addition, we learn that he had a disagreement with his family, and eventually moved in with James Potter’s family when he was sixteen years old. Eventually, the Potters began to view Sirius as their second son. It is said that James Potter’s parents were older, nearly elderly, and he was an only child who found him being pampered as a child. How did James Potter get along with his schoolmates at Hogwarts? Some are surprised to find out that James was sometimes viewed as arrogant and a bully, although his close friends describe him simply as very cool. But it appears that the young James Potter found himself maturing during his school days. He was also a brilliant student who loved playing Quidditch.
What about James mother, Lily? Lily Potter, before meeting future husband James, was named Lily Evans. She was said to be born in 1958, and died in 1981, when Harry was still an infant. Physically, Lily is described as having almond-shaped eyes that are a striking green in color. She had dark red hair, and she wore it down to her shoulders. She was well-liked by her classmates and professors at Hogwarts school. She was described as a bit cheeky, funny, excitable, and exceedingly charming. She was a member of the Slug Club, a club that Slughorn ran that was developed especially for exceptional students. Lily was considered to be a very pretty little girl.
It is believed that James Potter was taken with her nearly immediately. It is said that Lily was muggle-born, and she had a sister named Petunia. Petunia tells Harry that there parents were always very proud to have a witch in the family. It is known that in her final year, Lily was appointed head girl. Lily famously rejected James when he first asked her out during their fifth year. She fastidiously rejected him for his arrogance, but a spark of attraction always appeared to be present. Moreover, as James began to mature, Lily was able to give him a second chance.
Soon after James and Lily married, they had a young son who they named Harry. He was born on July 31, 1980. It is said that the Potter family belonged to the Order of the Phoenix, an organization dedicated to battling Lord Voldemort and his dangerous death eaters.
Here is what we know about James Potter, Harry’s father: he was born in 1958 in Great Britain, although no specific city or region is mentioned. Physically, James Potter is described as having hazel eyes, a rather thin face, messy black hair that always sticked up at the back, a nose slightly longer than Harry’s, and about the same height as Harry during his own Hogwarts school days. James Potter attended Hogwarts School from approximately 1969 to 1976. He belonged to the Gryffindor house, and we understand that his best friends at school included Sirius Black (who we find out is Harry’s godfather), Peter Pettigrew, and Remus Lupin. Sirius Black became like a member of James Potter’s family.
In addition, we learn that he had a disagreement with his family, and eventually moved in with James Potter’s family when he was sixteen years old. Eventually, the Potters began to view Sirius as their second son. It is said that James Potter’s parents were older, nearly elderly, and he was an only child who found him being pampered as a child. How did James Potter get along with his schoolmates at Hogwarts? Some are surprised to find out that James was sometimes viewed as arrogant and a bully, although his close friends describe him simply as very cool. But it appears that the young James Potter found himself maturing during his school days. He was also a brilliant student who loved playing Quidditch.
What about James mother, Lily? Lily Potter, before meeting future husband James, was named Lily Evans. She was said to be born in 1958, and died in 1981, when Harry was still an infant. Physically, Lily is described as having almond-shaped eyes that are a striking green in color. She had dark red hair, and she wore it down to her shoulders. She was well-liked by her classmates and professors at Hogwarts school. She was described as a bit cheeky, funny, excitable, and exceedingly charming. She was a member of the Slug Club, a club that Slughorn ran that was developed especially for exceptional students. Lily was considered to be a very pretty little girl.
It is believed that James Potter was taken with her nearly immediately. It is said that Lily was muggle-born, and she had a sister named Petunia. Petunia tells Harry that there parents were always very proud to have a witch in the family. It is known that in her final year, Lily was appointed head girl. Lily famously rejected James when he first asked her out during their fifth year. She fastidiously rejected him for his arrogance, but a spark of attraction always appeared to be present. Moreover, as James began to mature, Lily was able to give him a second chance.
Soon after James and Lily married, they had a young son who they named Harry. He was born on July 31, 1980. It is said that the Potter family belonged to the Order of the Phoenix, an organization dedicated to battling Lord Voldemort and his dangerous death eaters.
The Magical Creatures of Harry Potter Books in Review
One of the greatest joys in reading the hugely popular Harry Potter books is reading about all the magical creatures that Harry and his cohorts at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry encounter on their various adventures. Fans of JK Rowling commend her on a great sense of whimsy and imagination in creating an entire collection of magical beasts and creatures that inhabit the wondrous world of Harry Potter. The magical creatures that are found throughout the Harry Potter universe make up an important part of the series. The first six books in the series (a seventh, and final, volume is to be released sometime in 2007) show Harry and his friends encountering many of these often startling and purely magical creatures on their adventures.
Moreover, learning and caring for magical creatures is one of the most important skills that is taught to all the incoming wizards in training that inhabit the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. For instance, they must carry with them and study the book The Care of Magical Creatures in the similarly-named course that they are required to take at Hogwarts School. Besides this, Rowling herself has penned a manual of sorts titled Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. This is a guide of sorts that shows readers how to track many of the magical beasts that are mentioned in the series, written by the authority herself. However, Rowling does not take explicit credit for this fantastic volume. The credit for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them goes to the noted (and thoroughly fictional) magizoologist Newt Scamander.
Rowling herself has noted that many of the fabulous creatures that are riddled throughout the six Harry Potter books are derived from many diverse classical sources, such as ancient Greek mythology, Egyptian mythology, Scandinavian folklore, and of course, British folklore. All of the magical creatures mentioned in the Harry Potter series are overseen by the Department of the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures, which is part of the Ministry of Magic. This important department is responsible for regulating all of the magical creatures that exist in the Harry Potter universe. The department generally classifies all beasts into one of three categories. The first category is known as the Beast division. The second is called the Being division, and the third is known as the Spirit division. Magical creatures deemed to be Being creatures include humans, goblins, fairies, pixies, and gnomes. Members of the beast division include centaurs and merpeople. Members of the spirit division include all types of ghosts.
There are many magical beasts in the Harry Potter books, and these are typically classified according to other categories as well. Many fans of the Harry Potter series choose to separate the magical beasts into two categories: animals with magical powers, and characters. Animals with magical powers are those that live in the backdrop of Harry’s universe, while characters are magical beasts that have an important role in the story, such as the three-headed dog that attacks Harry and his friends in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Some magical creatures may also be kept as pets, including toads, cats, and owls. A notable exception is Ron Weasley, who chooses to keep a pet rat instead of the other more conventional options. All students are allowed to keep one pet. Many of the students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry like to keep owls because they are watchful pets, and they can help deliver the post. However, although owls make good pets at Hogwarts, they do not have any exclusive or innate magical powers.
Moreover, learning and caring for magical creatures is one of the most important skills that is taught to all the incoming wizards in training that inhabit the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. For instance, they must carry with them and study the book The Care of Magical Creatures in the similarly-named course that they are required to take at Hogwarts School. Besides this, Rowling herself has penned a manual of sorts titled Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. This is a guide of sorts that shows readers how to track many of the magical beasts that are mentioned in the series, written by the authority herself. However, Rowling does not take explicit credit for this fantastic volume. The credit for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them goes to the noted (and thoroughly fictional) magizoologist Newt Scamander.
Rowling herself has noted that many of the fabulous creatures that are riddled throughout the six Harry Potter books are derived from many diverse classical sources, such as ancient Greek mythology, Egyptian mythology, Scandinavian folklore, and of course, British folklore. All of the magical creatures mentioned in the Harry Potter series are overseen by the Department of the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures, which is part of the Ministry of Magic. This important department is responsible for regulating all of the magical creatures that exist in the Harry Potter universe. The department generally classifies all beasts into one of three categories. The first category is known as the Beast division. The second is called the Being division, and the third is known as the Spirit division. Magical creatures deemed to be Being creatures include humans, goblins, fairies, pixies, and gnomes. Members of the beast division include centaurs and merpeople. Members of the spirit division include all types of ghosts.
There are many magical beasts in the Harry Potter books, and these are typically classified according to other categories as well. Many fans of the Harry Potter series choose to separate the magical beasts into two categories: animals with magical powers, and characters. Animals with magical powers are those that live in the backdrop of Harry’s universe, while characters are magical beasts that have an important role in the story, such as the three-headed dog that attacks Harry and his friends in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Some magical creatures may also be kept as pets, including toads, cats, and owls. A notable exception is Ron Weasley, who chooses to keep a pet rat instead of the other more conventional options. All students are allowed to keep one pet. Many of the students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry like to keep owls because they are watchful pets, and they can help deliver the post. However, although owls make good pets at Hogwarts, they do not have any exclusive or innate magical powers.
Relationship of Muggles and Wizards in Harry Potter Books
The Harry Potter books contain many interesting themes that have been fodder for readers and critics alike. Many have speculated about the relationship between muggles and wizards in the Harry Potter books. What is the nature of this relationship, and is JK Rowling, the creator of the Harry Potter book series, trying to make a point about our own modern day society? This is a brief overview of the relationship between Muggles and Wizards in the Harry Potter books, and what readers and critics have made of this often-strained yet always interesting relationship.
One of the most important things to understand about the relationship between muggles and wizards is the notion of blood purity. Blood purity has to do with the number of ‘magical’ ancestors in a character’s family tree. Some witches and wizards are more pure than others. Those wizards who are deemed not “pure blood” are more likely to experience prejudice and discrimination from other characters. These characters are likely to view wizards with anything but a completely magical ancestry as inherently inferior. These wizards are also liable of calling non-pure blood characters as “mudblood.” This is an offensive term in the Harry Potter books that is used to taunt characters who are not considered to come from a purely magical ancestral lineage. However, some close readers and critics that noticed that a character’s magical abilities do not seem to correspond in any way to their magical lineage.
In the Harry Potter universe, there are three main categories of wizards. All wizards can be sorted into one of the following categories: pure blood, half-blood, and muggle-born. Some of the characters in the series seem to believe that pure blood wizards are inherently superior to the two other classes. Pure blood wizards also argue that they have no muggle blood or muggles in their genealogical pedigree at all. JK Rowling herself has answered some reader’s questions about this, saying that in order to be considered pure blood, all the character’s grandparents must be wizards. Some of the most notable of the pure blood families mentioned through the series include the family of Draco Malfoy, the Black family, the Weasley family, the Longbottom family, and the Crouch family.
It should be known that not all pure bloods believe that being pure blood is superior. For instance, the Weasleys are one of the oldest pure blood families in the series, and they do not demonstrate any prejudices toward muggles or muggle culture. Also, the relationship between Harry, Ron and Hermione demonstrates how different blood purity categories can mix easily. Harry is a half-blood wizard, Ron is pure blood, and Hermione is a muggle-born wizard. Moreover, the Weasley family does not show any qualms about “mixing” with other categories. For instance, Ron appears to be coupling with Hermione, Harry and Ginny Weasley appear to be an item, and the Weasley’s oldest sibling is set to wed Fleur Delacour, a witch of mixed heritage. Sometimes pure blood wizards are attacked with the derogatory slur “blood traitor.” This term is used to describe those pure blood wizards who mix or fail to establish a prejudice against non-pure bloods.
The second category of wizards is half-bloods, like Harry himself. Half-blood wizards are those with one or more muggle ancestor. These are the most common types of wizards. Muggle-born wizards are those that are born to muggle-born parents, or who have muggle-born grandparents. Those who are fanatical about blood purity are known to despise muggle-born wizards most of all. The most prominent muggle-born character in the Harry Potter series is Hermione Granger.
One of the most important things to understand about the relationship between muggles and wizards is the notion of blood purity. Blood purity has to do with the number of ‘magical’ ancestors in a character’s family tree. Some witches and wizards are more pure than others. Those wizards who are deemed not “pure blood” are more likely to experience prejudice and discrimination from other characters. These characters are likely to view wizards with anything but a completely magical ancestry as inherently inferior. These wizards are also liable of calling non-pure blood characters as “mudblood.” This is an offensive term in the Harry Potter books that is used to taunt characters who are not considered to come from a purely magical ancestral lineage. However, some close readers and critics that noticed that a character’s magical abilities do not seem to correspond in any way to their magical lineage.
In the Harry Potter universe, there are three main categories of wizards. All wizards can be sorted into one of the following categories: pure blood, half-blood, and muggle-born. Some of the characters in the series seem to believe that pure blood wizards are inherently superior to the two other classes. Pure blood wizards also argue that they have no muggle blood or muggles in their genealogical pedigree at all. JK Rowling herself has answered some reader’s questions about this, saying that in order to be considered pure blood, all the character’s grandparents must be wizards. Some of the most notable of the pure blood families mentioned through the series include the family of Draco Malfoy, the Black family, the Weasley family, the Longbottom family, and the Crouch family.
It should be known that not all pure bloods believe that being pure blood is superior. For instance, the Weasleys are one of the oldest pure blood families in the series, and they do not demonstrate any prejudices toward muggles or muggle culture. Also, the relationship between Harry, Ron and Hermione demonstrates how different blood purity categories can mix easily. Harry is a half-blood wizard, Ron is pure blood, and Hermione is a muggle-born wizard. Moreover, the Weasley family does not show any qualms about “mixing” with other categories. For instance, Ron appears to be coupling with Hermione, Harry and Ginny Weasley appear to be an item, and the Weasley’s oldest sibling is set to wed Fleur Delacour, a witch of mixed heritage. Sometimes pure blood wizards are attacked with the derogatory slur “blood traitor.” This term is used to describe those pure blood wizards who mix or fail to establish a prejudice against non-pure bloods.
The second category of wizards is half-bloods, like Harry himself. Half-blood wizards are those with one or more muggle ancestor. These are the most common types of wizards. Muggle-born wizards are those that are born to muggle-born parents, or who have muggle-born grandparents. Those who are fanatical about blood purity are known to despise muggle-born wizards most of all. The most prominent muggle-born character in the Harry Potter series is Hermione Granger.
Daniel Turns 18: Spends the Day at Lords
So the magician steps into the magic age of 18. With that he’s become the legal owner of a magical sum of $47 million! There had been much speculation about the probable ways that the screen-wizard would like to spend this very special day of his life. All speculation were spun around the tales of luxury, extravagance [...]
Helpful Hints on Creating your Harry Potter Costume from Scratch
You can create your own Harry Potter costume for your next Halloween costume party, trick-or-treating escapade, or whenever a fun and creative costume is needed. Creating a Harry Potter costume is relatively simple. After all, when it comes down to it, Harry Potter is just a regular kid who happens to be blessed (and sometimes, it seems, cursed) with a number of magical abilities. But at heart he is still just a young man trying to find his way in this world. He is basically a young adult entering adulthood, and he dresses more or less like a regular teenager most of the time. Here are a few tricks to getting the Harry Potter look just right.
Of course, you will need a pair of wire-rimmed glasses. Harry’s simple wire-rimmed glasses are one of his major trademarks, so your Harry Potter costume simply won’t be complete without this crucial accessory. If you don’t already wear glasses, don’t fret. Getting your hands on a pair of Harry Potter-like glasses is simple enough. Simply head down to your nearest drugstore or retail outlet and head to the pharmacy section. Most pharmacies carry a good selection of non-prescription reading glasses. Browse the selection until you find a pair that seems like something Harry would wear. Be careful with your new pair of glasses. Just because they are not prescription glasses does not mean that you will not hurt your eyes wearing them. To be safe, make sure you carefully remove the glass or plastic lenses from the glass frames. Even better, try to find a pair that do not have a prescription so you do not have to worry about removing the clear plastic or glass part from the frame. If you cannot find clear, see-through lenses, take your glasses to the pharmacy or store optometrist and ask them to remove the see-through part for you. This is especially a good idea if they are made of glass.
Another crucial part of your Harry Potter costume is to find the right shirt. To really look like Harry, you will have to locate a long-sleeved polo shirt that is striped with bars of gold and maroon. Gold and maroon are the official colors of the house of Gryffindor, so if you are unavailable to find a striped polo shirt, at least make certain that you get the colors right. If possible, find a striped polo shirt that has an emblem near the heart. With the red and gold polo shirt you can wear jeans or nearly any bottom. You should also try to approximate Harry Potter’s hairstyle to truly get the costume right. You can pattern your Harry Potter against the image of Daniel Radcliff that has been popularized in the Harry Potter films, or you can try to pattern your costume against the image of Harry that is depicted on the cover art of the popular books. Simply comb your hair forward a bit so that you have the rough image of bangs like Harry does on the book covers and in the movies. Of course, this will come off even better if you happen to have dark hair like Harry Potter.
Finally, to complete your homemade Harry Potter, you can use several props to help ‘prop’ up your costume as it were. You can make or purchase a magic wand, and drape a cloak around your shoulders. Of course, you can also use face makeup to draw a simple zigzag on your forehead. This lightning bolt emblem across your forehead may just be the most important detail of getting the Harry Potter costume right.
Of course, you will need a pair of wire-rimmed glasses. Harry’s simple wire-rimmed glasses are one of his major trademarks, so your Harry Potter costume simply won’t be complete without this crucial accessory. If you don’t already wear glasses, don’t fret. Getting your hands on a pair of Harry Potter-like glasses is simple enough. Simply head down to your nearest drugstore or retail outlet and head to the pharmacy section. Most pharmacies carry a good selection of non-prescription reading glasses. Browse the selection until you find a pair that seems like something Harry would wear. Be careful with your new pair of glasses. Just because they are not prescription glasses does not mean that you will not hurt your eyes wearing them. To be safe, make sure you carefully remove the glass or plastic lenses from the glass frames. Even better, try to find a pair that do not have a prescription so you do not have to worry about removing the clear plastic or glass part from the frame. If you cannot find clear, see-through lenses, take your glasses to the pharmacy or store optometrist and ask them to remove the see-through part for you. This is especially a good idea if they are made of glass.
Another crucial part of your Harry Potter costume is to find the right shirt. To really look like Harry, you will have to locate a long-sleeved polo shirt that is striped with bars of gold and maroon. Gold and maroon are the official colors of the house of Gryffindor, so if you are unavailable to find a striped polo shirt, at least make certain that you get the colors right. If possible, find a striped polo shirt that has an emblem near the heart. With the red and gold polo shirt you can wear jeans or nearly any bottom. You should also try to approximate Harry Potter’s hairstyle to truly get the costume right. You can pattern your Harry Potter against the image of Daniel Radcliff that has been popularized in the Harry Potter films, or you can try to pattern your costume against the image of Harry that is depicted on the cover art of the popular books. Simply comb your hair forward a bit so that you have the rough image of bangs like Harry does on the book covers and in the movies. Of course, this will come off even better if you happen to have dark hair like Harry Potter.
Finally, to complete your homemade Harry Potter, you can use several props to help ‘prop’ up your costume as it were. You can make or purchase a magic wand, and drape a cloak around your shoulders. Of course, you can also use face makeup to draw a simple zigzag on your forehead. This lightning bolt emblem across your forehead may just be the most important detail of getting the Harry Potter costume right.
Magic behind Magic Revealed - HP Movie Unit Photos Are Now For Sale
Attention Harry Potter fans! You can now build up your own pictorial Harry Potter movie gallery! HP movie Unit Photographs bring you the stories of backstage!
While coming out of the dark movie hall after watching the height of wizardry of Harry Potter for hours, sometimes didn’t you feel like knowing what went behind the camera to bring alive on screen this enormous magical world of the Harry Potter along with his friends and foes! What made the broom stick fly? What made the scar blink on Dan’s forehead?
Well, from now on you will be able to know what took place in the set of Harry Potter movies!
MoviePrints.co.uk. will allow you to buy hundreds of pictures taken on the set of all five Harry Potter movies!
It’s the result of a deal between Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Comprints Ltd, a company specializing in Print on Demand (PoD) services. The deal makes it possible for millions of Harry potter fans to choose from over 300 unit pictures on-line. Just put an order over internet and they will be delivered either as prints and canvases. You can choose from any size or finish and they will be made available to you.
How to proceed? Well first log on to http://www.movieprints.co.uk. Search either by the names of your favorite character or your favorite action scenes. Now build up a gallery by including your chosen pictures. Now order them as prints or canvases mentioning the sizes. You can choose from six different sizes of photographic print or six different sizes of canvas. The finish options include gloss, satin finishes and on art paper. You can also buy your favorite pictures as postcards. The website claims that each product is made to order and dispatched directly to the purchaser, typically within 2-3 days.
However, there is a bad news: presently the licensed products on this website are only available to customers inEurope. But never mind - you can also get them online via Amazon and Waterstone’s.
Horace McDonald - Director, Comprints think that this project will help serious film reserachers and collectors to build up pictorial history of all the Harry Potter films. They can also make greatest gift for the young or adult Harry Potter crazy in your life!
While coming out of the dark movie hall after watching the height of wizardry of Harry Potter for hours, sometimes didn’t you feel like knowing what went behind the camera to bring alive on screen this enormous magical world of the Harry Potter along with his friends and foes! What made the broom stick fly? What made the scar blink on Dan’s forehead?
Well, from now on you will be able to know what took place in the set of Harry Potter movies!
MoviePrints.co.uk. will allow you to buy hundreds of pictures taken on the set of all five Harry Potter movies!
It’s the result of a deal between Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Comprints Ltd, a company specializing in Print on Demand (PoD) services. The deal makes it possible for millions of Harry potter fans to choose from over 300 unit pictures on-line. Just put an order over internet and they will be delivered either as prints and canvases. You can choose from any size or finish and they will be made available to you.
How to proceed? Well first log on to http://www.movieprints.co.uk. Search either by the names of your favorite character or your favorite action scenes. Now build up a gallery by including your chosen pictures. Now order them as prints or canvases mentioning the sizes. You can choose from six different sizes of photographic print or six different sizes of canvas. The finish options include gloss, satin finishes and on art paper. You can also buy your favorite pictures as postcards. The website claims that each product is made to order and dispatched directly to the purchaser, typically within 2-3 days.
However, there is a bad news: presently the licensed products on this website are only available to customers inEurope. But never mind - you can also get them online via Amazon and Waterstone’s.
Horace McDonald - Director, Comprints think that this project will help serious film reserachers and collectors to build up pictorial history of all the Harry Potter films. They can also make greatest gift for the young or adult Harry Potter crazy in your life!
Emma’s Transition from “Hermione” To “Pauline” In BBC’s Ballet Shoes
You will rarely find a child—particularly a little girl—who has never entertained herself with Noel Streatfield’s classic, “Ballet Shoes”. We all have gone through this 1936 novel that revolves round the lives and ambitions of three talented orphans… Pauline, Petrova and Posy Fossil! Emma Watson was also not an exception. As a child she also loved the book and she practiced ballet for years too.
Well, now she is going to translate the character of Pauline on screen!
Emma who made the Harry Potter- pal- character Hermione popular worldwide officially announces in her website (http://www.emmawatsonofficial.com) that she is going to play one of the lead roles in the upcoming film “Ballet Shoes” for BBC 1 made byGranada.
As compared to Harry Potter novels, the story of Ballet shoes is far too simple—it is a story of three orphan sisters, who suddenly come to discover their special talents and start working on it to become accomplished dancers and actresses!
Now Emma is going to play the role of Pauline—the eldest of the three sisters who aspires to become an actress. To quote a TV source: “Emma was practically born for this role.” In fact it is Emma’s first TV role, in which she is going to share the screen with comedian Victoria Wood and Hustle star Marc Warren. Potter’s evil Uncle Vernon —Richard Griffiths also appears in this lavish adoption of Noel Streatfield’s hugely popular children book. “Hot young talent” Lucy Boynton is playing the role of Posy.
It is going to be a feature length movie—the filming is scheduled to begin this month and is slatted for a Christmas time airing!
To quote a BBC insider, “It’s a real coup de coeur for Emma, who loved the book as a child and practised ballet for years. She is having her fittings done at the moment and is to have her hair dyed white blonde for the part.”
Well, now she is going to translate the character of Pauline on screen!
Emma who made the Harry Potter- pal- character Hermione popular worldwide officially announces in her website (http://www.emmawatsonofficial.com) that she is going to play one of the lead roles in the upcoming film “Ballet Shoes” for BBC 1 made byGranada.
As compared to Harry Potter novels, the story of Ballet shoes is far too simple—it is a story of three orphan sisters, who suddenly come to discover their special talents and start working on it to become accomplished dancers and actresses!
Now Emma is going to play the role of Pauline—the eldest of the three sisters who aspires to become an actress. To quote a TV source: “Emma was practically born for this role.” In fact it is Emma’s first TV role, in which she is going to share the screen with comedian Victoria Wood and Hustle star Marc Warren. Potter’s evil Uncle Vernon —Richard Griffiths also appears in this lavish adoption of Noel Streatfield’s hugely popular children book. “Hot young talent” Lucy Boynton is playing the role of Posy.
It is going to be a feature length movie—the filming is scheduled to begin this month and is slatted for a Christmas time airing!
To quote a BBC insider, “It’s a real coup de coeur for Emma, who loved the book as a child and practised ballet for years. She is having her fittings done at the moment and is to have her hair dyed white blonde for the part.”
*SPOILERS* What Happens To Harry Potter And His Friends After Deathly Hallows?
The final adventure of Harry Potter is out and millions of copies flew off the shelf creating a new literary world record.
By now, the world has come to know that world has got rid of the evil of the Voldemort, and the life of Harry Potter and his best friends Hermione and Ron are saved!
But like all successful literary works, it doesn’t end in the last page. The characters resonate in our senses even after we finally come to know the fate of the amazing wizard, his greatest nemesis and his friends. It only makes us more curious about the life of Harry Potter and others post Deathly Hallows!
J. K Rowling is kind enough to oblige her fans with the hints about the trio’s life after their deadliest fight against their greatest enemy. She shares with her fans where Harry Potter and his devoted associates land up after Voldemort is finally wiped off the face of the Earth.
As for Harry Potter, he fulfills his dream of becoming an Auror, who devotes his life for fighting the dark wizards. He climbed up the highest post of Auror Department under the new wizarding government that his friend and ally Kingsley Shacklebolt heads.
He marries Ginny Weasley. Ginny is serious about her athletic career and joins all female Quidditich team - the Holyhead Harpies. However, Ginny finally says good bye to her athletic career to bring up their three children - James, Albus and Lily. She now fits herself into a new role - a senior Quidditich correspondent for wizarding newspaper, the Daily Prophet. So what happens to Ron and Haermione? Ron and his brother George are booming with their joint joke shop Weasley’s Wizard wheezes, while Hermione joined the magical law enforcement squad to furthering the rights of House elves. They set up a family of four with their two children.
So apparently the Harry Potter saga ends with that magical fairy tale ending “…and they lived happily ever after”. But who can say, the happiness of these wizard families will never be disturbed by another menace like Voldemort in future? May be Harry’s and Ron’s children will then take the lead role in eliminating this new threat from the world of the wizards! May be world will find another J. K Rowling who will pen another epic battle between second generation good and bad wizards.
By now, the world has come to know that world has got rid of the evil of the Voldemort, and the life of Harry Potter and his best friends Hermione and Ron are saved!
But like all successful literary works, it doesn’t end in the last page. The characters resonate in our senses even after we finally come to know the fate of the amazing wizard, his greatest nemesis and his friends. It only makes us more curious about the life of Harry Potter and others post Deathly Hallows!
J. K Rowling is kind enough to oblige her fans with the hints about the trio’s life after their deadliest fight against their greatest enemy. She shares with her fans where Harry Potter and his devoted associates land up after Voldemort is finally wiped off the face of the Earth.
As for Harry Potter, he fulfills his dream of becoming an Auror, who devotes his life for fighting the dark wizards. He climbed up the highest post of Auror Department under the new wizarding government that his friend and ally Kingsley Shacklebolt heads.
He marries Ginny Weasley. Ginny is serious about her athletic career and joins all female Quidditich team - the Holyhead Harpies. However, Ginny finally says good bye to her athletic career to bring up their three children - James, Albus and Lily. She now fits herself into a new role - a senior Quidditich correspondent for wizarding newspaper, the Daily Prophet. So what happens to Ron and Haermione? Ron and his brother George are booming with their joint joke shop Weasley’s Wizard wheezes, while Hermione joined the magical law enforcement squad to furthering the rights of House elves. They set up a family of four with their two children.
So apparently the Harry Potter saga ends with that magical fairy tale ending “…and they lived happily ever after”. But who can say, the happiness of these wizard families will never be disturbed by another menace like Voldemort in future? May be Harry’s and Ron’s children will then take the lead role in eliminating this new threat from the world of the wizards! May be world will find another J. K Rowling who will pen another epic battle between second generation good and bad wizards.
Daniel Turns 18: Spends the Day at Lords
So the magician steps into the magic age of 18.
With that he’s become the legal owner of a magical sum of $47 million!
There had been much speculation about the probable ways that the screen-wizard would like to spend this very special day of his life.
All speculation were spun around the tales of luxury, extravagance and a big bash involving big bucks.
One of the world’s youngest millionaires has instead chosen to spend the Big Day the true Brit way at Lord’s - by watching the cricket match between India and England.
By the way this was the first time; Radcliffe came to watch a live cricket match in the stadium. The gloomy day that rained on cats and dogs acted in advantage of the mega star - the galleries were half empty that saved him from getting mobbed in the middle of the match.
The Harry Potter star was spotted donning England replica shirt and hugely enjoyed himself watching theEngland team taking on the Indian side.
However something funny happened. The young actor, who always obliges others with his autographs, stood in the queue himself for getting his autograph book signed by two cricketers—Andrew Strauss and Sachin Tendulkar.
Sachin Tendulkar, the Indian legendary batsman, called the Master Bblaster by his fans went on in his signing spree, not at all realizing whom he was obliging!
The other cricketer, who obliged the real Harry Potter with his autograph, was none other than Andrew Strauss - theEngland opener who suddenly became known to the Potter-maniacs even from the non-cricket playing countries by appearing in the dream of Radcliffe - Radcliffe in a recent interview talked of having a nightmare, where he was being chased by Strauss!
However, Strauss didn’t make the mistake that Sachin did - he signed Radcliffe’s autograph book and got the actor sign a Harry Potter book for his kid.
As Radcliffe said in a BBC lunchtime interview, “I’ve got Andrew Strauss’s autograph and Sachin Tendulkar’s - they were not aware who it was who was asking for their autograph. They were doing the thing that I do when I am in a crowd of people, which is to just keep your head down and keep moving as you sign.”
He himself also didn’t mind taking a moment to sign an autograph for a fan.
The tabloids missed on a chance to make sensational stories on the birthday bash of one of the most sought after film star of the recent times; but Radcliffe makes it clear himself “I know I’m in an incredibly fortunate position… But I don’t plan to be one of those people who suddenly buys themselves a massive sports car collection.”
May be young Dan has learnt it all from his dad Alan - who despite being the father of most famous teenager in the world, maintains the courtesy to allow a woman to board the bus ahead of him.
With that he’s become the legal owner of a magical sum of $47 million!
There had been much speculation about the probable ways that the screen-wizard would like to spend this very special day of his life.
All speculation were spun around the tales of luxury, extravagance and a big bash involving big bucks.
One of the world’s youngest millionaires has instead chosen to spend the Big Day the true Brit way at Lord’s - by watching the cricket match between India and England.
By the way this was the first time; Radcliffe came to watch a live cricket match in the stadium. The gloomy day that rained on cats and dogs acted in advantage of the mega star - the galleries were half empty that saved him from getting mobbed in the middle of the match.
The Harry Potter star was spotted donning England replica shirt and hugely enjoyed himself watching theEngland team taking on the Indian side.
However something funny happened. The young actor, who always obliges others with his autographs, stood in the queue himself for getting his autograph book signed by two cricketers—Andrew Strauss and Sachin Tendulkar.
Sachin Tendulkar, the Indian legendary batsman, called the Master Bblaster by his fans went on in his signing spree, not at all realizing whom he was obliging!
The other cricketer, who obliged the real Harry Potter with his autograph, was none other than Andrew Strauss - theEngland opener who suddenly became known to the Potter-maniacs even from the non-cricket playing countries by appearing in the dream of Radcliffe - Radcliffe in a recent interview talked of having a nightmare, where he was being chased by Strauss!
However, Strauss didn’t make the mistake that Sachin did - he signed Radcliffe’s autograph book and got the actor sign a Harry Potter book for his kid.
As Radcliffe said in a BBC lunchtime interview, “I’ve got Andrew Strauss’s autograph and Sachin Tendulkar’s - they were not aware who it was who was asking for their autograph. They were doing the thing that I do when I am in a crowd of people, which is to just keep your head down and keep moving as you sign.”
He himself also didn’t mind taking a moment to sign an autograph for a fan.
The tabloids missed on a chance to make sensational stories on the birthday bash of one of the most sought after film star of the recent times; but Radcliffe makes it clear himself “I know I’m in an incredibly fortunate position… But I don’t plan to be one of those people who suddenly buys themselves a massive sports car collection.”
May be young Dan has learnt it all from his dad Alan - who despite being the father of most famous teenager in the world, maintains the courtesy to allow a woman to board the bus ahead of him.
Harry Potter At Last Fulfills His Tasks Left to Him by Professor Dumbledore
The Muggles All over the World Bid Adieu to Their Beloved Wizard
There exists another world beyond the magical world of Harry Potter—this is the frenzied world of Potter maniacs where Harry Potter is the new twenty first century icon and J.K Rowling is the name of an unbeatable brand of new age literature.
This is a world of different kind that is dominated by the obsessed Muggles that can do just about anything to grab their share of the latest Harry Potter saga! They break into same level of hysteria as it comes to the display of admiration for the amazing wizard born out of the pen of J.K Rowling.
The Potter mania worldwide finished off its final round of frenzy with the release of the last installment of the Harry Potter saga—at last the Potter fans are approaching the climax that awaits the answers to the questions like what happens to Harry Potter scars? Is Sirus Black is returning in this novel? What fate awaits the Lord Voldemort? Are Ron and Hermione coming together? What about R.A.B?
But the question that seems to kill the potter fans with suspense is whether the boy wizard is dead or alive in the end!
Well, the leading bookstores all over the came to witness more or less the same hysteria of the fanatical, suspense-driven, anxiety bitten Muggles that spent sleepless nights in the footpaths only to grab their share of the copy of Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows.
Cutting across the barriers of race or nationality - Potter fans from Tokyo to Texas, Manhattan to Mumbai - waited with baited breath all these days only to know what awaits them in the page number 705 of the latest Harry Potter Saga! However, thousands of Potter maniacs seemed to be too short of breath to go through the entire book; instead they took the short cut to the page number 705 to know what happens in the end to their beloved wizard.
The frenzy that started with sleepless nights of waiting is going to end in more sleepless nights; the true potter Maniacs show no sign of stopping before they uncover all the long awaited questions. Young fans all over the world are alike in their obsession with Potter magic. The newspapers all over the world repeat the same story - young readers warn their parents - no going to bed till they finish reading the entire story.
For a generation who has grown up along with the boy wizard, living without Harry Potter is going to be plain painful and the teenagers seem to share the same sentiments in all corners of the globe! However here is good news for the Potter Maniac at the heart: the final Harry Potter saga follows the true epic style! It rounds up like all is well that ends well. That is all we can tell you about the Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows right now. To know about the rest, you have to take a journey through the world of Harry Potter. But before that rush to your nearest bookstore and grab your own copy; they are fast flying off the city shelves.
There exists another world beyond the magical world of Harry Potter—this is the frenzied world of Potter maniacs where Harry Potter is the new twenty first century icon and J.K Rowling is the name of an unbeatable brand of new age literature.
This is a world of different kind that is dominated by the obsessed Muggles that can do just about anything to grab their share of the latest Harry Potter saga! They break into same level of hysteria as it comes to the display of admiration for the amazing wizard born out of the pen of J.K Rowling.
The Potter mania worldwide finished off its final round of frenzy with the release of the last installment of the Harry Potter saga—at last the Potter fans are approaching the climax that awaits the answers to the questions like what happens to Harry Potter scars? Is Sirus Black is returning in this novel? What fate awaits the Lord Voldemort? Are Ron and Hermione coming together? What about R.A.B?
But the question that seems to kill the potter fans with suspense is whether the boy wizard is dead or alive in the end!
Well, the leading bookstores all over the came to witness more or less the same hysteria of the fanatical, suspense-driven, anxiety bitten Muggles that spent sleepless nights in the footpaths only to grab their share of the copy of Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows.
Cutting across the barriers of race or nationality - Potter fans from Tokyo to Texas, Manhattan to Mumbai - waited with baited breath all these days only to know what awaits them in the page number 705 of the latest Harry Potter Saga! However, thousands of Potter maniacs seemed to be too short of breath to go through the entire book; instead they took the short cut to the page number 705 to know what happens in the end to their beloved wizard.
The frenzy that started with sleepless nights of waiting is going to end in more sleepless nights; the true potter Maniacs show no sign of stopping before they uncover all the long awaited questions. Young fans all over the world are alike in their obsession with Potter magic. The newspapers all over the world repeat the same story - young readers warn their parents - no going to bed till they finish reading the entire story.
For a generation who has grown up along with the boy wizard, living without Harry Potter is going to be plain painful and the teenagers seem to share the same sentiments in all corners of the globe! However here is good news for the Potter Maniac at the heart: the final Harry Potter saga follows the true epic style! It rounds up like all is well that ends well. That is all we can tell you about the Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows right now. To know about the rest, you have to take a journey through the world of Harry Potter. But before that rush to your nearest bookstore and grab your own copy; they are fast flying off the city shelves.
Before You Hit the Theater to Watch the 5th Harry Potter Film
Do you often get confused between Death Eaters and Dementors, Dumbledore and Fudge, and likes? Then you could use the help of a wizard glossary to help you sail effortlessly through the Harry Potter movies. Here is one for your consultation for when you go to catch the latest Harry Potter film.
Last week saw the Potter mania reaching a fever pitch!
Harry Potter and Deathly Hollows, the last adventure of the boy wizard, is hitting the book stores this week! The 5th Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix, has opened in most of the countries in various parts of the world.
With the frenzy reaching an extent like this, it is nearly impossible to resist the urge to sneak into the world of good and bad wizards!
But if you happen to be one of the skeptic Muggles that couldn’t find time to surf through one of these most dramatic of J.K Rowling best sellers, yet can not escape the lure of two hours long revelry into the world of wizardry - the guide below can help you get a better grip over the world in and out of Hogwarts.
Here is a brief Order of the Phoenix glossary for those who may need them in the movie hall.
Order of the Phoenix: This is a group of wizards, led by Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, dedicated to fighting evil Lord Voldemort and his followers.
Albus Dumbledore: The Headmaster of Hogwarts - the aged wizard that is believed to be the only one feared by Lord Voldemort.
Cornelius Fudge: Dark and corrupt, he heads the Ministry of Magic, and refuses to believe that Lord Voldemort has returned.
Dolores Umbridge: Originally an employee of Fudge and appointed as High Inquisitor of Hogwarts, she refuses to teach her students how to perform Defense spell. Umbridge openly dislikes Harry, and eventually bans him from the Gryffindor Quidditch team.
Sirius Black: He is the godfather of Harry Potter and lives in number twelve, Grimmauld Place, London: The headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix. Like Dumbledore, he is also dedicated to fighting evil Lord Voldemort and his followers.
Daily Prophet: The wizard newspaper
O.W.L.s: Ordinary Wizarding Level examinations
Occlumency: The lessons Harry Potter was advised to take for clearing his mind against invasions by Lord Voldemort.
Death Eaters: Voldemort’s associates creating havoc under the thumb of the Lord of evil world.
Dementors: The keepers of Azkaban, they can suck all feelings of happiness out of a person.
The above glossary is sure to provide you the perfect backdrop when you are busy soaking up into Harry Potter’s heroic acts amidst shattering glasses and swirling dust, in the dark movie hall. Besides the increasingly attractive Daniel Radcliff, Emma Watson (playing the role of Hermione) proves to be a treat for your eyes with her growing glamour and beauty.
Last week saw the Potter mania reaching a fever pitch!
Harry Potter and Deathly Hollows, the last adventure of the boy wizard, is hitting the book stores this week! The 5th Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix, has opened in most of the countries in various parts of the world.
With the frenzy reaching an extent like this, it is nearly impossible to resist the urge to sneak into the world of good and bad wizards!
But if you happen to be one of the skeptic Muggles that couldn’t find time to surf through one of these most dramatic of J.K Rowling best sellers, yet can not escape the lure of two hours long revelry into the world of wizardry - the guide below can help you get a better grip over the world in and out of Hogwarts.
Here is a brief Order of the Phoenix glossary for those who may need them in the movie hall.
Order of the Phoenix: This is a group of wizards, led by Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, dedicated to fighting evil Lord Voldemort and his followers.
Albus Dumbledore: The Headmaster of Hogwarts - the aged wizard that is believed to be the only one feared by Lord Voldemort.
Cornelius Fudge: Dark and corrupt, he heads the Ministry of Magic, and refuses to believe that Lord Voldemort has returned.
Dolores Umbridge: Originally an employee of Fudge and appointed as High Inquisitor of Hogwarts, she refuses to teach her students how to perform Defense spell. Umbridge openly dislikes Harry, and eventually bans him from the Gryffindor Quidditch team.
Sirius Black: He is the godfather of Harry Potter and lives in number twelve, Grimmauld Place, London: The headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix. Like Dumbledore, he is also dedicated to fighting evil Lord Voldemort and his followers.
Daily Prophet: The wizard newspaper
O.W.L.s: Ordinary Wizarding Level examinations
Occlumency: The lessons Harry Potter was advised to take for clearing his mind against invasions by Lord Voldemort.
Death Eaters: Voldemort’s associates creating havoc under the thumb of the Lord of evil world.
Dementors: The keepers of Azkaban, they can suck all feelings of happiness out of a person.
The above glossary is sure to provide you the perfect backdrop when you are busy soaking up into Harry Potter’s heroic acts amidst shattering glasses and swirling dust, in the dark movie hall. Besides the increasingly attractive Daniel Radcliff, Emma Watson (playing the role of Hermione) proves to be a treat for your eyes with her growing glamour and beauty.
Harry Potter Going to Share His First Kiss
With the release of The Harry Potter and the Order of Phoenix is at your doorstep, the whole world seems to share the passion to the point of hysteric frenzy! In the mean time, have command over your nerves and let’s have some peppy talks such as how it feels to be kissed by the King of Wizardry!
You will be hard pressed to find a teenage girl who has never visualized herself sharing passionate kisses with Harry Potter!
By the way, how it might feel to be kissed by Harry Potter? It might be exciting. It might be exhilarating, it might be scintillating! Katie Leung, who is playing Cho Chang in the film, is the best person to tell you how it exactly feels like sharing a kiss with Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe).
As you know, Cho Chang is the teenage wizard’s first girl friend with whom he shares his first kiss. As such, it was not going to be in any case a perfect smooch—but at the same time it had to look sweet on screen—sweet enough to remind anybody of the first kiss of his/her life!
And at least Katie believes that she and Radcliff have done it to the perfection by making it turn out to be pretty awkward, but at the same time romantic. They decided not to go for much practice for the scene, so that it did not appear to be impeccable.
How did the shooting of the sequence go? Katie says she was made nervous by the crew of the film that kept on reminding her about the scene every five minutes.
But the actual filming was not as bad. It took some twenty takes to get it done to the director’s satisfaction—but it is rather pretty common for any scene. For Leung, the whole episode turned out to be quite funny—- being monitored by a group of cameramen while you are trying to concentrate on an act as sensational as kissing.
When asked about her experience about facing the reaction of the jealous girls all over the world, Leung says that her female fans actually congratulated her on her extraordinary experience than bombarding her with hate mails.
But the pretty co-star of Radcliff seemed to be floored by the question as to what she thinks her parent would think when they catch her in that scene! Leung says, she would prefer to watch the reactions on their faces as they watch the lip-lock scene on the screen.
Well, it is now your turn to discover how it all went—-how did the young wizard take his first stride into the world of manhood!
You will be hard pressed to find a teenage girl who has never visualized herself sharing passionate kisses with Harry Potter!
By the way, how it might feel to be kissed by Harry Potter? It might be exciting. It might be exhilarating, it might be scintillating! Katie Leung, who is playing Cho Chang in the film, is the best person to tell you how it exactly feels like sharing a kiss with Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe).
As you know, Cho Chang is the teenage wizard’s first girl friend with whom he shares his first kiss. As such, it was not going to be in any case a perfect smooch—but at the same time it had to look sweet on screen—sweet enough to remind anybody of the first kiss of his/her life!
And at least Katie believes that she and Radcliff have done it to the perfection by making it turn out to be pretty awkward, but at the same time romantic. They decided not to go for much practice for the scene, so that it did not appear to be impeccable.
How did the shooting of the sequence go? Katie says she was made nervous by the crew of the film that kept on reminding her about the scene every five minutes.
But the actual filming was not as bad. It took some twenty takes to get it done to the director’s satisfaction—but it is rather pretty common for any scene. For Leung, the whole episode turned out to be quite funny—- being monitored by a group of cameramen while you are trying to concentrate on an act as sensational as kissing.
When asked about her experience about facing the reaction of the jealous girls all over the world, Leung says that her female fans actually congratulated her on her extraordinary experience than bombarding her with hate mails.
But the pretty co-star of Radcliff seemed to be floored by the question as to what she thinks her parent would think when they catch her in that scene! Leung says, she would prefer to watch the reactions on their faces as they watch the lip-lock scene on the screen.
Well, it is now your turn to discover how it all went—-how did the young wizard take his first stride into the world of manhood!
Harry Potter Theme Park!
If you are worried that you’ll be suffering from Harry Potter withdrawals after all of the movies and books are released - then rest assured - you can always pay a visit to the Harry Potter Theme Park - ‘The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ - set to open in Orlando in 2009!
Full story: MSN
Full story: MSN
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’ to Open Sooner than Planned
Harry Potter fans will be thrilled to discover that ‘Phoenix’ is now scheduled to open two days earlier than its original release date. The movie will now open in U.S. theaters July 11 instead of the previous July 13 date.
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