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New High Res "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" CineLive Photos

Tue Dec 30 19:54:00 -0500 2008

Thanks to WB for sending over these glorious high res photos from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince as seen in CineLive magazine. Note the new photo of the Trio with Snape and McGonagall as they examine the poisoned opal necklace. Enjoy!

Snape, McGonagall and opal necklace
Ginny Weasley
Dumbledore, Harry by the sea
Weasley is our King
Peeking Harry and Ron
<>Pensieve Slughorn speaking to young T...

Jason Isaacs Talks Deathly Hallows, Lucius "Half-Blood Prince" Cameo, Politics, "Good" and More

Tue Dec 30 13:48:00 -0500 2008

Aintitcool.com has released a new, and very lengthy interview with actor Jason Isaacs. In this very indepth piece, Jason confirms again that he has a very small cameo as Lucius Malfoy in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince ("a moving painting for a frame"). In this wide ranging, frank and often very engaging interview with this gracious actor, Jason Isaacs also comments on his p...

Bloomberg: Hollywood Looks to Potter in 2009 to Stem Decline in Movie Attendance

Tue Dec 30 13:11:00 -0500 2008

Bloomberg.com has a new article online, detailing the concern Hollywood has over declining movie attendance and ticket sales. The piece notes that many are looking toward Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and other sequels to turn the tide in 2009. Quotage:

<>Hollywood’s fortunes may improve next year with the return of proven franchises, including Warner Bros.’ “Harry Potter and the Half Bl...

First Look: Weasley Wizard Wheezes, New Slughorn Photo in Empire Magazine

Mon Dec 29 20:06:00 -0500 2008

Earlier we told you the February edition of Empire Magazine would contain a new preview of the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Tonight, the first scan from the magazine is in our galleries and contains our first look at Fred and George (James and Oliver Phelps) in their Weasley Wizard Wheezes shop (note the words "Magical Mayhem," then "Disastrous" on the side of the walls). ...

Alan Rickman to Receive Queen's Honour: Report proves false

Mon Dec 29 15:46:00 -0500 2008

UPDATE: Several readers let us know the full list has now been published and unfortunately the name of Alan Rickman is not included. We do not know if he declined the honor, or the Daily Mail article was simply incorrect, and we will update with more if we can.

Actor Alan Rickman is apparently on a list for those due to receive a special honour from the UK Monarchy. The Daily Mail is reporting t...

February Edition of Empire Magazine to Give New Preview of Half-Blood Prince Film

Sun Dec 28 20:41:00 -0500 2008

(Update: You ca now see the scan here in our galleries, thanks to reader Tracy!)

The February edition of Empire Magazine will contain a new preview of the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. As noted on the cover (seen here), the magazine is featuring 20 films to watch for in 2009, and include Half-Blood Prince. The magazine will also feature "Green Zone" starring Jason Isaacs (Luci...

Steve Kloves Comments on WB Worrying over Anticipation for Potter Films ?

Sun Dec 28 19:50:00 -0500 2008

The serious economic and credit issues facing all of us are hitting Hollywood as well, as noted in this new article from The Independent. The piece focuses on the financial concerns major film studios have regarding large scale big budget fantasy films, and makes mention of the Harry Potter films series. Without quotes, the article states that Harry Potter Screenwriter Steve Kloves has apparent...

Happy Birthday, Maggie Smith

Sun Dec 28 10:12:00 -0500 2008

Please join everyone at TLC in sending birthday wishes to actress Dame Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall), who is today celebrating her 74th birthday. Cheers to you, Maggie!

Dan Radcliffe Talks "Equus," Getting Back to Harry Potter, and More in New Interview

Sat Dec 27 23:36:00 -0500 2008

A new interview appeared online from TheaterMania featuring actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) discussing his role in the play Equus and of returning to the Harry Potter films early next year. The interview features Mr. Radcliffe commenting on the work ethic that his parents instilled in him which lead to his not yet missing a performance of the play on Broadway. The interview continues with ...

Happy Birthday Melissa!

Sat Dec 27 12:35:00 -0500 2008

<><>When you have your birthday two days after Christmas, do you simply get larger 'combined' presents? Or do you just get more of them? Sounds like a pretty good deal to me either way, but we could ask our own Melissa Anelli to be sure! That's right! Our very own 'big cheese' Melissa 'coffee cup' Anelli has a birthday today, and I twisted Sue's and Edward's arms into letting me tell the Leaky worl...

Merry Christmas and Happy Chanukah!

Thu Dec 25 09:48:00 -0500 2008

As Chief Leaky Holiday Cheergiver, it's my happy pleasure to wish you all the happiest of holidays today and always. It's been a wonderful year for all of us and we're all very grateful - but more on that next week. For now, watch our first ever animated PotterCast special, courtesy Frankie, the Emo Nargles, and the Moaning Myrtles. (The animated part starts halfway in.) Have a great day!

(T...

New Italian Harry Potter Action Figures, More

Wed Dec 24 11:39:00 -0500 2008

Italian company DeAgostini has now launched a new collection of Harry Potter figures. In the new collection, additional photos here and here, there are new figures of Professor Dumbledore (Michael Gambon), Harry Potter (Dan Radcliffe), Hermione Granger (Emma Watson), Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint), Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane), and Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes). There is also a Dumbledore poster book,...

New Holiday Issue of "The Quibbler" Now Online

Tue Dec 23 16:04:00 -0500 2008

Just in time for the holidays, we can now present to you the latest issue of The Quibbler, full of “all the news you won’t find anywhere else." This Christmas themed issue of The Quibbler is now available for download and features holiday cheer and enjoyment for your reading pleasure. The suffering of the spruce tree is the cover story in this issue, with an exclusive report on efforts being ...

Dan Radcliffe's Harry Potter Character to Wear Belstaff Couture

Tue Dec 23 12:04:00 -0500 2008

New York Magazine is reporting today actor Dan Radcliffe will be sporting some nice attire in his role of Harry Potter in an upcoming Potter film. The magazine (via WWD) reports that "Harry Potter is going high fashion. Belstaff is designing the wizard costume for Daniel Radcliffe for the next Harry Potter film. Because even fictional caped wizards need to be well dressed."

It is unclear if the...

Win a Pair of Tickets to See Dan Radcliffe, Richard Griffiths in "Equus"

Mon Dec 22 23:07:00 -0500 2008

More holiday treats tonight as Playbill.com has opened a contest for ten readers to win a pair of tickets to the play Equus starring Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) and Richard Griffiths (Uncle Vernon). One grand prize winner will get a backstage meet and greet with Dan, Richard and the rest of the cast of Equus. Open to all legal residents of the continental US (excluding Alaska, Hawaii, and Flo...