When Harry unwittingly shows himself to be a parselmouth (one who can speak to snakes), all eyes turn to him as the possible Slytherin descendent. The friends resume classes and Quidditch, but the school faces jeopardy when messages about the heir of Slytherin opening the Chamber of Secrets appear on the walls in blood and students are found literally petrified. The magic car lands the boys in a womping willow AND major trouble for breaking several rules of wizardry. Weasley giggles like a schoolgirl in the presence of Gilderoy Lockhart (Kenneth Branaugh), an egoist promoting his biography 'Magical Me.' The enmity between the Weasleys and snobbish Voldemort follower Lucius Malfoy (Jason Isaacs, "The Patriot") also comes bubbling to a head when Draco (Tom Felton) takes an opportunity to chide Harry.Ī "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" style journey to Hogwarts ensues, albeit one with far more danger, after Ron and Harry are denied access to Platform 9 3/4. Harry's school supply trek with the Weasleys to Diagon Alley gives Julie Waters a chance to shine as no-nonsense Mrs. Weasley (Mark Williams, "The Borrowers"). Younger sister Ginny Weasley's (Bonnie Wright) crush on Harry is established and we're introduced to Mr. One can't fault the 30 minutes spent before Harry even arrives at the train station, as we're given our first glimpse into the delightful Weasley household where pots scrub and afghans knit themselves. Rowling's' rambling source material makes for an overlong film (160 minutes) that begins to lose stream just when it should be gathering momentum. Still, screenwriter Steve Kloves' and director Chris Columbus' slavish faithfulness to J.K. Now that the ensemble cast is comfortable in their movie personas, the sterility of the establishing film has mostly lifted to allow some real magic to take place on screen. The second installment proves the charm for Harry Potter. Harry's best friend Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) comes through, though, rescuing Harry and getting him back to school where they'll face real evil in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets." One night in his new, upstairs bedroom Harry's visited by Dobby (voice of Toby Jones), a house elf, who is desperate to warn Harry not to return to Hogwarts but unwilling to tell him why. Share each director’s vision as you watch Daniel, Rupert, and Emma grow up with Harry, Ron, and Hermione.īuy Ultimate Edition on DVD on (affiliate link)īuy Ultimate Edition on Blu-Ray on Amazon.Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) is imprisoned by the Dursleys who are forbidding him to return to Hogwarts for his sophomore year. Learn why so many of Britain’s acting greats wanted to be part of Harry Potter’s world… and which ones became mentors to the young stars. See screen tests of actors including Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood) and Jessie Cave (Lavender Brown) working with the established stars. Rowling books helped Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, and more stars make their roles leap from page to screen. “That’s the heart and that’s the soul of the film.” And that’s the heart and soul of this incisive, decade-spanning exploration of how the series’s actors bring the beloved Harry Potter characters to life. “We really do look at the story and characters first,” producer David Heyman says. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Revealed – 2002 HBO First Look specialĬreating the World of Harry Potter, Part 2: Characters – Explore how the cast and creative team of directors and designers take the character’s descriptions on the page to the actor’s performances on film.Ĭollectibles: 48-page photo book with never-before-seen images from Years 1-7 and 2 Ultimate Edition Character cards, Rubeus Hagrid and Severus Snape.Ĭreating the World of Harry Potter – Part 2: Characters Screen tests of Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson Interviews with Students, professors and more. Tour Dumbledore’s Office- Welcome to the self-guided tour of Professor Dumbledore’s office, one of the most fascinating rooms at Hogwarts. Rowling and Steve Kloves- The author and screenwriter detail how the books are brought to life, and the changes that happen in the process.īuild a Scene- Building a scene as magnificent as Professor Dumbledore’s office takes more than wood, plaster, nails and paint. Photo Gallery: Certificates- Have a look at Gilderoy Lockhart’s many achievements Required Reading- Find out what text books you’ll need for Lockhart’s Defense Against the Dark Arts class.Ī Conversation with J.K. Disc 2: Extended Version with 13 minutes of footage not shown in theatres
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