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Could Tilda Swinton Play Voldemort in HP HBO Series? Fiennes Hints It Could
entertainment6 hours ago

Could Tilda Swinton Play Voldemort in HP HBO Series? Fiennes Hints It Could

Ralph Fiennes, who first played Voldemort in the films, suggested Tilda Swinton as a potential Voldemort for HBO's Harry Potter series; he once would have loved to reprise the role, but says that ship has sailed. The piece argues Swinton is unlikely to join the project amid Rowling’s controversy and Swinton’s own stance, and notes other casting moves (Paapa Essiedu as Snape, John Lithgow as Dumbledore) as the series proceeds toward a Christmas 2026 premiere. The author views the Potter reboot as a fraught endeavor for any returning actor.

via SlashFilm|
#entertainment#harry-potter#hbo-series
Garfield Makes the Case for Harry Potter, Separating Art From Its Creator
entertainment15 days ago

Garfield Makes the Case for Harry Potter, Separating Art From Its Creator

Andrew Garfield defended watching the Harry Potter films and praised Daniel Radcliffe, arguing you can admire the movies’ artistry while disagreeing with J.K. Rowling’s views on trans issues. Rowling weighed in on HBO’s teaser for the Potter TV series, calling it promising, while fan response to the trailer has been largely positive with millions of views across platforms.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#andrew-garfield#art-vs-artist#daniel-radcliffe
Garfield: Watching Harry Potter Is Controversial Over Rowling's Politics
entertainment15 days ago

Garfield: Watching Harry Potter Is Controversial Over Rowling's Politics

Andrew Garfield says he recently watched the Harry Potter films for the first time and acknowledges it’s controversial because supporting the Potter universe could financially benefit JK Rowling, whose views on transgender rights he critiques; he lauds the films’ themes but won’t reward what he calls 'inhumane legislation' with his money.

via Deadline|
#andrew-garfield#controversy#entertainment
Rowling Hails Potter Series Trailer Amid IOC Trans Women Ban
entertainment15 days ago

Rowling Hails Potter Series Trailer Amid IOC Trans Women Ban

J.K. Rowling celebrates HBO’s Harry Potter TV series trailer on social media while praising the IOC’s decision to ban transgender women from women’s Olympic events, citing the Paris 2024 controversy. The piece notes Rowling’s long-running anti-trans commentary and the IOC’s claim that “biological females” are eligible for female events, highlighting the ongoing debate over transgender athletes in sport.

via Variety|
#entertainment#harry-potter-tv-series#jk-rowling
SNL Skit Blames Tourette’s for Celeb Missteps After BAFTAs
entertainment1 month ago

SNL Skit Blames Tourette’s for Celeb Missteps After BAFTAs

A Saturday Night Live sketch spoofingly blames a string of past outbursts by celebrities on Tourette syndrome, featuring impressions of Mel Gibson, J.K. Rowling and Armie Hammer. The bit follows a BAFTA incident where a speaker with Tourette’s uttered a racial slur, prompting apologies from the awards show. The sketch uses the condition as a satirical scapegoat for controversial behavior.

via Variety|
#baftas#entertainment#jk-rowling
Lithgow Calls Rowling’s Trans Views 'Ironic' as He Defends Empathy War
entertainment2 months ago

Lithgow Calls Rowling’s Trans Views 'Ironic' as He Defends Empathy War

John Lithgow criticized J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans stance as ironic and inexplicable during a Rotterdam IFFR discussion, tying it to a broader 'war on empathy.' He also called his eight-year contract to play Albus Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter TV series 'insane' at 80, but praised the production team and stressed that the canon celebrates kindness and acceptance, signaling his commitment despite controversy.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#empathy#entertainment#harry-potter
Harry Potter's Edinburgh Café Reopens After Four Years
culture3 months ago

Harry Potter's Edinburgh Café Reopens After Four Years

The Elephant House cafe in Edinburgh, known for its connection to JK Rowling and Harry Potter, has reopened after over four years following a fire that caused significant damage. The cafe, a popular spot for fans and where Rowling wrote parts of her books, was closed during refurbishment funded by new owners who signed a long-term lease. Rowling was a regular customer in the 1990s, and the cafe now features her portrait alongside other famous Edinburgh writers.

via BBC|
#culture#edinburgh#elephant-house
Star-Studded Cast Announced for New Harry Potter Audiobook Series
entertainment5 months ago

Star-Studded Cast Announced for New Harry Potter Audiobook Series

A new Audible series features a full cast voicing the Harry Potter books, with young actors Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton portraying Harry, Ron, and Hermione, respectively, in the first three audiobooks, alongside a star-studded cast including Hugh Laurie and Keira Knightley, highlighting the ongoing popularity and new adaptations of the wizarding series.

via AP News|
#audiobooks#cast#entertainment
Keira Knightley Unaware of Rowling Controversy Before Joining Harry Potter Audiobooks
entertainment6 months ago

Keira Knightley Unaware of Rowling Controversy Before Joining Harry Potter Audiobooks

Keira Knightley was unaware of the boycott against the Harry Potter franchise due to JK Rowling's gender-critical views and expressed regret for her involvement, emphasizing the importance of respect amid differing opinions. Other actors involved in the upcoming Harry Potter projects have also faced mixed reactions from LGBTQ+ fans regarding their participation.

via PinkNews|
#boycott#entertainment#harry-potter