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LeakyCon: 10 Harry Potter Signed Books Preview

Wed Apr 29 14:19:00 -0400 2009

LeakyCon 2009 is around the corner, so here is a sneak preview of that special one-of-a-kind collection of Harry Potter books, donated by Scholastic and signed by J.K. Rowling, that one lucky LeakyCon registrant will win. Here are some pics (you can see them all in our galleries (they are heavily watermarked for security):

The books, as you can see, came with security/au...

Video, ScreenCaps of USA Today Preview for Harry Potter, the Exhibit

Wed Apr 29 10:35:00 -0400 2009

USA Today has a wonderful new video preview online of Harry Potter, the Exhibit which is due to open later this week at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Update: Video now available here in our galleries, and screencaps here of this preview that gives us a quick overview of some the props and sets from the Harry Potter films which are part of the Exhibit. In addition to the preview...

Emma Watson on "Mean Girl" Lavender Brown for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Wed Apr 29 09:51:00 -0400 2009

They say the path to true love is never an easy one, as evident in the case of Ron and Hermione in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Actress Emma Watson weighs in on this fact, as she describes in a new interview with Wizard Universe, the actions of the character of "mean girl" Lavender Brown (played in the film by Jessie Cave). Quotage:

"There's this mean girl called Lavende...

I See Sea Shells on Shell Cottage (Updated)

Tue Apr 28 17:46:00 -0400 2009

As a follow now to the first photos TLC first brought you several days ago of Shell Cottage currently under construction for use in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, two new photos are now online. The public group for the Pembroke area of Wales on Flickr now has two new photos of the ongoing work, including one of a nearly completed roof of the cottage, made entirely of sea shells, here. UP...

"Paranoia" Core of Half-Blood Prince Story Says Dan Radcliffe

Tue Apr 28 16:37:00 -0400 2009

Wizard Universe has posted a new interview with actor Dan Radcliffe, who weighs in on the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. In the article, Dan address the question of what he feels is at the core of the upcoming sixth Harry Potter movie:

"Paranoia. There's a very strong scene in the film that's all about Harry's increasing paranoia about Draco Malfoy becoming a member of the Dea...

Danish Harry Potter Cover Art Up for Action

Tue Apr 28 13:38:00 -0400 2009

The seven original cover art work pieces of the Danish editions of the Harry Potter novels are now up for auction. As seen here, work done by artist Per Jørgensen, is up for auction starting this week and running until May 11th. The article on the auction gives some background and insight on how the artist created his cover work.

With his illustrations, Per Jørgensen has captured the mood in eac...

UK Children's Laureates Create List of Best Books for Children

Tue Apr 28 13:16:00 -0400 2009

The UK Children's Laureates have compiled a list of best books for children for UK book seller Waterstones. The press is making much ado over the fact that the list does not contain any of the Harry Potter novels written by author J.K. Rowling, however as the BBC points out that just five of the 35 books on the list came out in the past 20 years. "Sarah Clarke, of list organiser Waterstone's, s...

Deathly Hallows Cast Watch: John Hurts Talks Ollivander, Legano Returns as Greyback More

Tue Apr 28 12:58:00 -0400 2009

John Hurt is currently in New York for the Tribeca Film Festival, and thanks to AMC, there is a new interview online with the actor at the festival regarding his return as Mr. Ollivander in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. As readers will recall, we've reported several times about his potential return to the part as witnessed last month when he said he was in negotiations f...

Actor Dan Radcliffe Nominated for Drama Desk Award for "Equus"

Mon Apr 27 11:14:00 -0400 2009

Congratulations are in order today for actor Dan Radcliffe as he was nominated for a prestigious Drama Desk award. Dan was recognized this morning in the category of "Outstanding Actor in a Play" for his performance in the Broadway production of Equus. The play was also nominated in the categories of "Lighting Design," and "Sound Design."

Congratulations Dan Radcliffe from all of us here at T...

New Details from Harry Potter, the Exhibit

Mon Apr 27 10:52:00 -0400 2009

Previews are now underway for Harry Potter, the Exhibit at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry. Following on our reports from over the weekend, TLC reader Michael was able to get an early tour yesterday, and sent in some new delightful details of the props and set pieces used in the Harry Potter films fans attending the exhibit can expect to see.

A video montage of the first five Harry P...

Matt Lewis to Film Scenes for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in October

Mon Apr 27 10:06:00 -0400 2009

Over the weekend, actor Matt Lewis took part in the Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo in Canada. TLC reader and PotterCast listener Kevin emailed to say that while there, Matt spoke about his role as Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter films, noting that he will be enjoying the summer off, but will be back to film scenes again in October for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

Matt al...

BAFTA TV Award Roundup

Mon Apr 27 09:46:00 -0400 2009

Previously we told you several members of the Harry Potter world and films had been nominated at the British Academy of Film and Television Awards for their work in other projects. Now in our galleries we have many photos and video interviews from the awards, which took place last night in London, England. Among those who took home awards included acclaimed actor Kenneth Branagh (Gilderoy Lock...

LeakyCon 2009 Keynote: Editors and Authors Discussion with Cheryl Klein and John Green

Sun Apr 26 14:25:00 -0400 2009

The third keynote for LeakyCon 2009 (registration here) completes our program in every way: The first keynote we announced (Nosh with Nerdfighters) is all about Harry Potter and community; the second (Q&A with Michael Goldenberg) shines a spotlight on the Harry Potter films and their chief challenge, adaptation; our third is a literary panel that's sure to excite every last booklover (which is ...

Australian Fans to See Theatrical Re-Release of Harry Potter Films Before Half-Blood Prince

Sun Apr 26 10:31:00 -0400 2009

Fans in Australia will be able to watch all the Harry Potter films on the big screen again as part of the build up to the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Longtime TLC reader Donna let us know that starting June 11, Hoyts movie theaters will be screening Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. This will be followed with re-releases of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets on ...

JK Rowling to Attend Harry Potter, the Exhibit?

Sun Apr 26 07:38:00 -0400 2009

Following on our report from last night, previews begin today for Harry Potter, the Exhibit. NWI is giving a few new details on the event, and noted that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling reviewed the plans for the massive exhibit, which features over 200 props and sets seen in the Harry Potter films. The president of the Exhibit group is quoted as saying "Rowling reviewed the exhibit plans and ...