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entertainment1 year ago

HBO's Harry Potter Series Sparks Casting Buzz with Big Names

The upcoming "Harry Potter" TV series on Apple TV+ is in the midst of casting, with Brett Goldstein rumored for the role of Rubeus Hagrid. The series, set to begin filming in 2025, will span seven seasons, each adapting one book, and is expected to premiere in late 2026 or early 2027. Casting for key roles, including Harry, Hermione, and Ron, is underway, with 32,000 audition tapes submitted. Notable actors like Mark Rylance and Paapa Essiedu are also being considered for major roles, though no formal offers have been made yet.

via Dark Horizons|
#brettgoldstein#casting#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

HBO Defends J.K. Rowling's Role in New 'Harry Potter' Series Amid Controversies

HBO is moving forward with a new Harry Potter series, despite controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views. While Rowling remains heavily involved in the project, her statements have alienated parts of the fanbase and cast a shadow over the franchise. Some fans and actors have expressed support for trans rights, while others defend Rowling. The fandom is divided, with some advocating for boycotts and others seeking ways to engage with the series while opposing Rowling's views. HBO maintains that Rowling's involvement is beneficial, but the series faces challenges in uniting its audience.

via Variety|
#entertainment#fandom#harrypotter
entertainment1 year ago

Phelps Twins Whip Up Magic in New 'Wizards of Baking' Series

James and Oliver Phelps, known for their roles as Fred and George Weasley in the "Harry Potter" films, are hosting a new competition show, "Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking," on The Food Network, HBO, and Max. The show, filmed at Leavesden Studios, features former cast members as guest judges and combines the magic of the "Harry Potter" universe with the popular baking show format. The Phelps twins express excitement about returning to the "Potter" world and discuss the lasting impact of their roles.

via Variety|
#bakingshow#entertainment#harrypotter
gaming2 years ago

"Essential Hogwarts Legacy FAQs: Your Ultimate Guide"

IGN's guide to "Hogwarts Legacy" answers frequently asked questions about the game, including gameplay mechanics like blocking attacks with Protego and Stupefy, house popularity with Slytherin leading, and the absence of Animagus transformation. It addresses puzzles like Arithmancy Doors, Quidditch trivia, and the game's canonical status, which is likely non-canon. The guide also clarifies that there are no dating options, explains beast selling, lists commonly used spells, and details on collecting flying pages and learning Avada Kedavra. Fast travel is done via Floo Flames, and the Restricted Section becomes accessible after a specific quest. There are 241 Field Guide Pages in total, and as of December 2023, there are no plans for DLC expansions beyond the Dark Arts Pack.

via IGN|
##faq#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Hogwarts Legacy Offers Free Download This Christmas Season"

PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can now experience the opening moments of Hogwarts Legacy through a free trial, although it's limited to just 45 minutes. This brief demo period may not allow players to reach the open-world section of the game, and while it's a chance to try the game without purchasing, it's notably shorter compared to other game trials like the five-hour trial for Cyberpunk 2077. Despite the limitations, Harry Potter fans who are members of PlayStation Plus Premium might find this an opportunity worth exploring during the holiday season.

via GAMINGbible|
##freetrial#gametrials
entertainment2 years ago

Gary Oldman Reflects on 'Harry Potter' Role: From 'Mediocre' to Lifesaving Post-Divorce

Gary Oldman expressed dissatisfaction with his portrayal of Sirius Black in the "Harry Potter" film series, considering his performance "mediocre" and wishing he had prepared for the role as thoroughly as his late co-star Alan Rickman. Despite his self-critique, Oldman acknowledged the importance of the "Harry Potter" and "Batman" franchises in allowing him to work less and spend more time with his children following his divorce.

via The Daily Wire|
##acting#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Gary Oldman Reflects on His "Mediocre" Performance in 'Harry Potter' Films

Gary Oldman, known for his role as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter films, expressed dissatisfaction with his performance in the series on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, calling it "mediocre." He speculated that having read the books might have changed his approach to the character. Despite this, Oldman acknowledged the importance of the Harry Potter and Batman franchises in providing financial stability and allowing him to be home with his children after becoming a single father. Oldman is currently involved in the Apple TV+ series Slow Horses, which has been renewed for a fourth season and is receiving critical acclaim.

via NME|
##acting#entertainment
technology-and-science2 years ago

"AI's Hogwarts Adventure: How Harry Potter Advances Language Model Research"

Researchers are utilizing the Harry Potter series as a rich linguistic resource for AI experiments, particularly in the field of generative AI technology. A study named 'Who's Harry Potter? Approximate Unlearning in LLMs' is investigating methods to make AI forget specific information, drawing parallels to the memory-erasing spell 'Obliviate' from the series. This highlights the intersection of popular culture and advanced technology in AI development.

via Interesting Engineering|
##airesearch#generativeai
gaming2 years ago

Leaked Quidditch Champions gameplay footage offers sneak peek at new Harry Potter game.

A leaked beta of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, a standalone multiplayer game developed by Unbroken Studios, shows glimpses of gameplay including flying and character customization. Players can choose from various face presets, including Harry Potter himself, and customize their broom, broom trails, goal celebrations, and victory celebrations. The game lets players swap their roles in a team at any time, with each role feeling visually unique. The game doesn't have a release date yet and will be available on PC and consoles.

via Wccftech|
#charactercustomization#gaming#harrypotter
gaming2 years ago

Leaked Quidditch Champions Gameplay Looks Promising

Gameplay footage of the upcoming Harry Potter Quidditch game has leaked online, revealing a complex but visually clean game with extensive customization options for players. The game is being developed by Unbroken Studios and is expected to be a multiplayer game available on PC and consoles. Warner Bros is hoping for a Rocket League-style hit and the game may end up being free-to-play.

via Push Square|
#customization#gaming#harrypotter
gaming2 years ago

"Harry Potter's Quidditch Champions Goes Online with Multiplayer Game"

WB Games has announced a new Harry Potter game, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, which is a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer game that will be available on PC and consoles. The game has been developed by Unbroken Studios and is a standalone Quidditch experience that engages players in the sport of Quidditch and other broomstick adventures alongside friends in a competitive, multiplayer setting. The game is not a direct adaptation of any of the existing Harry Potter books or films, and J.K. Rowling was not involved in its creation. WB Games is accepting signups for "limited" playtests, and the game does not have a release date yet.

via Engadget|
#gaming#harrypotter#multiplayer
entertainment2 years ago

The Debate Over HBO Max's 'Harry Potter' Series

HBO Max's announcement of a new Harry Potter series, adapting the original books with a new cast and 3-4 times the runtime of the original movies, is seen as creatively bankrupt and risky due to the challenge of remaking beloved books and movies with beloved cast members. The show is expected to draw viewership, but may lack twists and surprises for the audience. The decision to create a 50-80 hour series seems like a cash-squeezing venture with zero creative purpose, and may put back the bloat into the books that the movies cut out.

via Forbes|
#adaptation#controversy#entertainment