May 29th 2024.
Get ready, Potterheads! The beloved film, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, is returning to the big screen to celebrate its 20-year anniversary. Directed by Alfonso Cuarón, this third installment in the wizarding franchise takes a darker turn, leaving behind the cutesy warmth of the first two films.
As we join Harry, Hermione, and Ron in their third year at Hogwarts, we see them confront a more mature and complex world. With moody lighting and a terrifying werewolf, the film takes us on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected foes and ominous developments.
Fans will have the chance to relive the excitement as the film returns to UK cinemas on May 31st for a limited run, two decades after its initial premiere in 2004. It's no surprise that the film was a massive success, grossing over $804 million worldwide.
The story follows Harry as he faces yet another threat when a dangerous mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors. But that's not all - Harry must also navigate through troubling signs of death and the crushing disappointment of having his happy ending snatched away from him.
This film also marked the debut of two new characters - the talented Gary Oldman as Sirius Black and Timothy Spall as Peter Pettigrew. We also see the return of our favorite actors, including Daniel Radcliffe as Harry, Emma Watson as Hermione, and Rupert Grint as Ron. The late Robbie Coltrane and Michael Gambon also make an appearance as Hagrid and Dumbledore, two beloved characters who have since passed away.
Another familiar face in this film is Emma Thompson as the quirky and superstitious Professor Trelawney. Her performance adds an extra layer of drama and suspense to the already intense plot.
For those who grew up with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, this film was a nail-biting experience in 2004. And it's not just the fans who hold this film close to their hearts. Author JK Rowling, who wrote the original novel in 1999, recently spoke out against some of her former co-stars who disagree with her views on trans women.
In a new article for The Times, Rowling expressed her disappointment with colleagues who have publicly supported trans women and called their beliefs "despicable". This has sparked controversy, with many of the Harry Potter stars speaking out against her views.
In response to this backlash, Rowling revealed that some of her colleagues had reached out to her to make sure they were still on good terms. But the author stands firm in her beliefs, stating that she finds their views "truly despicable".
Even the stars of the film have not been spared from Rowling's criticism. Daniel Radcliffe, who played Harry Potter, and Emma Watson, who played Hermione, have both received backlash from the author. In a recent interview, Radcliffe shared that Rowling's comments make him "really sad" because he remembers her as a kind and empathetic person when they first met.
Despite the controversy, fans of the franchise can still enjoy the timeless magic of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. So grab your popcorn and get ready to relive the adventure on the big screen once again.
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