As a longtime fan of the magical world created by J.K. Rowling, I must admit that the anticipation for this new “Harry Potter” series is palpable, even if the run-up has been somewhat tumultuous.
Warner Bros. Discovery has revealed that the production for their new “Harry Potter” series is set to begin this coming summer season.
At a presentation held at Warner Bros. Discovery’s London headquarters on Thursday, showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod disclosed that an astounding 32,000 children had been auditioned for principal roles in the production, with the team sifting through approximately 5,000 video submissions daily. They are committed to adhering to the characters’ accurate ages: Paapa Essiedu’s Snape will be portrayed as being in his thirties, while James and Lily Potter will appear younger, as these characters were 21 when they tragically perished.
The “Harry Potter” series was officially commissioned at Max in April 2023, with the announcement that it would showcase a brand-new cast from the beloved movies. In September, they threw open a casting call for Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s roles, stating their dedication to a diverse, inclusive cast. Although the actors playing our brave trio are yet to be decided, EbMaster recently hinted that Mark Rylance is being strongly considered to play the cherished Hogwarts headmaster, Dumbledore.
Despite some controversy preceding the series due to J.K. Rowling’s opinions on transgender identity sparking backlash, HBO has chosen to support her creative input, stating in a recent interview with EbMaster: “J.K. Rowling is entitled to express her personal beliefs. We will concentrate on the development of the new series, which will undoubtedly be enriched by her participation.
During the gathering on Thursday, HBO’s head, Casey Bloys, reinforced his viewpoint, expressing that he is “entirely at ease” with J.K. Rowling’s participation and “untroubled by consumers’ reactions.
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2024-12-05 22:46