Harry Potter Movie Magic Handbook

Children's Literature - Kristi Bernard

Now that the Harry Potter movies have come to an end, why not go back and learn the behind-the-scenes magic of your favorite Harry Potter movie? That's right, you can read about and see photographs of your favorite scenes in this wonderful photo-filled page turner. Daniel Radcliffe is Harry Potter. Readers will learn how he was chosen for this fantastic role. Emma Watson (Hermione Granger) and Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) are here, too. Wonderful photographs show how young they were when the Harry Potter adventure began. Readers will learn how others in the phenomenal cast were sorted and selected to play the roles of a lifetime. Do you remember the scene from the "Devils Snare"? See how it was created and shot in The Sorcerer's Stone. Ever wonder which scenes were some of the most difficult to shoot? Dobby, spooky spiders and flying cars were among some of the more difficult shots, from Daniel Radcliffe's perspective. Are you curious about all of the owls, cats, bats and rats in the movies? Do you wonder if these various animals have real names? You will find out all about it—and more! I think everyone will agree with Radcliffe that the Dementors were by far the scariest thing in all of the Harry Potter movies. Fans will love this recap adventure about all the actors and how Harry Potter was brought to life on the big screen. Reviewer: Kristi Bernard