Harry Potter Film Wizardry

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Immerse yourself in the world of the spectacular Harry Potter film series, and learn why Yule Ball ice sculptures never melt, where Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts are really "minted," how to get a Hippogriff to work with actors, the inspiration behind Hogwarts castle, and why Dementors move the way they do. Written and designed in collaboration with the cast and crew that brought J. K. Rowling's celebrated novels to the silver screen, Harry Potter: Film Wizardry delivers an enchanting interactive experience, ...
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Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of the spectacular Harry Potter film series, and learn why Yule Ball ice sculptures never melt, where Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts are really "minted," how to get a Hippogriff to work with actors, the inspiration behind Hogwarts castle, and why Dementors move the way they do. Written and designed in collaboration with the cast and crew that brought J. K. Rowling's celebrated novels to the silver screen, Harry Potter: Film Wizardry delivers an enchanting interactive experience, transporting readers to the wizarding world by sharing film-making secrets, unpublished photography and artwork, and exclusive stories from the stars. Full of removable facsimile reproductions of props and paper ephemera from the movies, this collectible volume offers a privileged look at the Harry Potter films and the talented group of Muggles that has made true movie magic.
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On November 19th, the opening of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 will cause crowd scenes at movie theatres all over America. This large-scale, fully-endorsed book is the first to delve into this singularly successful film festival. Harry Potter Film Wizardry contains illuminating interviews with key cast members, producers, and directors; and high-quality behind-the-scenes illustrations of the settings and devices that make the movies come alive. Designed to resemble an antique spell book, this deluxe coffee-table hardcover casts its own magic.

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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780061997815
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • Publication date: 10/19/2010
  • Pages: 160
  • Sales rank: 76,172
  • Product dimensions: 11.54 (w) x 11.80 (h) x 1.02 (d)

Meet the Author

Brian Sibley has serialized and broadcast numerous radio and TV programs for the BBC, including: J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia, and Gormenghast, for which he won a coveted Sony Radio Award. Sibley's film books include the best-selling The Lord of the Rings: The Making of the Movie Trilogy and Peter Jackson: A Film-Maker's Journey, as well as The Disney Studio Story, Mickey Mouse: His Life and Times, and The Land of Narnia. He lives in London, England.

David Heyman is Executive Producer for the Harry Potter films.

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  • Posted October 23, 2010

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    This is a terrific addition to the Potter universe

    This is a terrific addition to the Potter universe as the depth rivals that of the films. Little things like "ads" for magical products and the Weasley's Wizard Wheezes catalogue add incredible layers to the interactive tome. Fans will remove all sorts of items like Slughorn's Apothecary labels of products used in the movies. There is plenty of information and articles on how the films made the Roweling realm realistic, which include supporting photos, salt as snow and much more.

    Sent to me by the publisher, you can't help but tear this fabulous entry apart. My spouse cringed when I ripped open the cellophane and had cardiac arrest when I pulled out Potter's acceptance letter to attend Hogswarts Hall; though he also marveled at the details of the castle and cave, etc. and touched the pullouts (he cannot have my ticket to the Yule Ball). In fairness, he laughs at people who claim they owned that first Spiderman (see Amazing Fantasy #15) as he once did, but admits his copy was worth chump change because his mom bought it for him at a bazaar and he read it as a tweener a zillion times. Now if I can only obtain a second ticket to the Yule Ball so he can escort me; perhaps an order of Pumpkin Juice or with the help of Professor Snape. This is a great holiday gift for that young fan or in my case the ancient collector (wonder if there is Potter could put the cellophane back on).

    Harriet Klausner

    5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted April 19, 2011

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    Excellent book, great for Granpaws who have to know all the Potter stuff

    I bought this book when I was picking up the latest release of the DH 1. To say I was pleased is putting it mildly. I highly urge the seniors out there to add this to their shelves to keep abreast of the youngn's

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 16, 2010

    Awesome Book!

    Really beautiful book, a must-have for any Potter fan!

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted October 29, 2010

    Awesome book for Potter fans

    Besides being a huge Potter fan, I am also involved in costuming and production for theatre performances, so I have loved this book! I have only had it a few days, but I haven't been able to put it down. My other Potter nerd friends have also been quite enthralled. There are so many interesting fact, interviews, stories, and pictures. Definitely worth buying

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted June 17, 2011

    A must-have for potter fans!

    The book is absolutely wonderful.
    There are a ton of awesome pictures, and information.
    The replicas are amazing.


    It is definitely worth getting!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted January 18, 2013

    An amazing book for the whole family!

    I got this book for the family for Christmas and everyone is reading it. It's a must-have book for any Harry Potter fan. It explains a lot of behind the scenes of the movies, and the extra pull-out items were fantastic. It's such a magical book to own. I recommend it to anyone.

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  • Posted January 11, 2013

    You have got to see this book!

    If you are a big fan of Harry Potter, you will love this book. I just know it. There is so much in this book about the beginning of the movies and how things were made, it will take you by surprise.

    I don't want to tell you too much about it. Get the book and enjoy!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 11, 2013

    Excellent book!

    If you want to know everyting about the movies, get this book! Lots of facts and many pictures, perfect for the Harry Potter fan.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 6, 2011

    Totally awesome!

    I got this book a while back when it first came out and I must say that it is one of the best books I ever got! From the outside, it may not look like a big book, but let me tell YOU it is completely packed with back-stage pictures, stories, pull-outs of flyers and letters, and more. I had such a great time reading about how the magic was created for these movies and how the directors and producers came to all of their decisions. I can't wait for the sequel of this book to come out in october!

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  • Posted December 1, 2010

    MUST HAVE for any 'Potter' Fan

    Incredible detail, priceless photos and interviews, interactive pieces from the movies...literally makes you feel like you are part of the magic. Almost felt like a crime owning these iconic pieces. Amazing, fantastic, beautiful, and so much more! MUST HAVE FOR ANY 'POTTER' FAN. :)

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