A Quick Look at the Harry Potter Movies
Since Harry was brought to life on the big screen in 2001, the Harry Potter movies have received a huge following across the globe. Now that the film franchise is about to end, here’s a quick look at the magical Harry Potter movies that follow the adventures of The Boy Who Lived.
1. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
An orphan with a miserable life, Harry Potter never thought there’s a totally different life waiting for him at Hogwarts. Harry learns on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard and is famous in the wizarding world for surviving a killing curse.
2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Unexplained things have terrified Hogwarts teachers and students, and a monster is out to kill students without magical blood. Harry defeats the monster and saves the life of his best friend’s sister.
3. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry faces a new threat on his life, as mass murderer Sirius Black has escaped detention to kill him. Struggling against dementor attacks, Harry discovers the truth behind the murder of his parents.
4. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
To his utter surprise, Harry finds himself as one of the contenders in the Triwizard Tournament held at Hogwarts. During the competition, he encounters Voldemort who tries to reclaim his lost glory in the wizarding world.
5. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry has a hard time convincing the wizarding community that Voldemort is back. Together with his friends, he forms the Dumbledore’s Army to teach defensive spells to his fellow students.
6. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Harry and Dumbledore try to unravel the past of the Dark Lord to discover the way to make him mortal.
7. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Coming in two installments, the last Harry Potter movies will follow the quest of Harry and his friends to destroy the remaining Horcruxes where bits of Voldemort’s souls are kept.
Harry Potter Cast: Casting a Charming Spell on the Half-Blood Prince
Originally slated for release on November 2008, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince finally hit the cinemas in July the following year. Was it worth the long wait? It’s absolutely worth it if you’re talking about the Harry Potter cast of the movie’s sixth installment.
The casting of the Half-Blood Prince, which was completed on November 2007, is an awesome mix of the original actors of the film franchise and interesting newcomers. Leading the cast are Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson, who are reprising their roles as Harry, Ron, and Hermione, respectively. The trio, once again, are in for dangers of the looming return of Voldemort.
They are joined by the rest of the original Harry Potter cast, including Michael Gambon (Dumbledore), Alan Rickman (Snape), and Bonnie Wright (Ginny). Tom Felton, who plays Harry’s most wicked nemesis in Hogwarts, reprises his role too—but he plays a big role in the Half-Blood Prince.
The additions to the Harry Potter cast consist of both veterans and neophytes. Two multi-awarded English thespians come on board for the Half-Blood Prince. Academy Award winner Jim Broadbent plays Horace Slughorn, the new potions professor at Hogwarts. Helen McCrory plays Narcisa Malfoy, the mother of Draco and sister of Bellatrix (played by Helena Bonham Carter).
Several young actors make their debut in the Half-Blood Prince. The most talked about is Hero Fiennes-Tiffin, who portrays the 11-year-old Voldemort, the adult version of whom has been played by his uncle Ralph Fiennes in the previous two Harry Potter films. Playing an interesting role in the movie is Jessie Cave who has bagged the role of Lavender Brown.
Harry Potter Costumes – Go With Hogwarts Outfits for Halloween
So your son’s been invited to a Harry Potter costume party. You search high and low in retail stores and your own chest full of old robes and vintage stuff, but none seems to come close to the adventure-fantasy movie hero who’s been read about by millions of fanatics.
Thank your lucky stars that online stores have available stocks of the authentic Harry Potter costume consisting of a hooded black robe lined with mauve and with the Griffindor Crest gold & red patch emblazoned on the left chest. Let your kid’s look amaze the other guests even more by adding a lightning bolt scar on your son’s face using washable make-up. Don’t forget a pair of glasses to complete his Harry Potter look.
The Harry Potter costume is the same for Harry’s other friends. The robe can have added impact when complemented by accessories like a magical wand that’s fit for a true-blue wizard. A broomstick is another bewitching option. Online stores also offer licensed accessories like a special wand that can make sounds and has flashing orange light at the tip.
Other accessories you will most likely find online are the Harry Potter polyester tie with maroon and gold diagonal stripes, scarf, wigs for Harry’s friends, Hogwart trick-or-treat bags, plus other delightful items suited for Halloween.
An alternative Harry Potter costume is the maroon hooded robe in flannel, which must be ankle-length. If there’s an adult accompanying your son to the Halloween party, there are masks that may also be purchased online, or you may chance upon them at costume stores. Try Dumbledore or creepy Voldemort mask. If the older companion is a girl, a sorting hat will do.