Meet the new Harry Potter

Filming started earlier today, so I've been expecting a production photo like this one from HBO.

But yes, he does seem vaguely androgynous, and also not at all like he looked in the casting reveal? I wonder what he'll look like five and ten years from now, kiddie casting always has the potential to go horribly wrong.

Does he have that Benjamin Buttons disease?

Looks like an old person dwarf. Or is that aging makeup for a scene?

Oh good, they’re doing this shit all over again? Just what the world needs — a rehash of derivative fantasy.

Rachel Dreck

[quote]Oh good, they’re doing this shit all over again? Just what the world needs — a rehash of derivative fantasy.

First movie was released right after 9/11, I think some of our older posters might have a difficulty grasping that that was a quarter of a century ago. Secondly, it's in a different medium that allows the whole thing more breathing space.

And lastly, those early movies are basically unwatchable now because some of the CG is toe-curlingly bad.

That’s a little boy. People are posting mockery of his appearance? Internet, don’t ever stop being you.

The full photo is much better. Look at those baby fingers, he's so young!

I think it's the terrible haircut that ages him into that lesbian look. Although it is supposed to be tussled and unruly, per the books.

I don't understand this endeavor. Cash grab?

You don't understand the concept of an adaptation? Also, studios are businesses that produce things to make money. They aren't charitable entities.

HBO's press release confirms it'll premiere in 2027. Sucks, but at least all seven seasons have already been greenlit, per insiders.

I’m surprised they didn’t use a non-binary, mixed race, handicapped individual with an infinite amount of pronouns.

He has the unhealthy pallor of a vegan lesbian in her late 40s who insists that she’s ‘Never felt better!’ but clearly has an iron and calcium deficiency which is why she has the same bone density as a sparrow.

If people already don’t like this casting, what do they think of the Herimone and Snape castings?

The actor they cast as Neville Longbottom (lower left) is just the most adorable little thing. But will he grow up into a stud like Matthew David Lewis? Stay tuned!

Why don't the studios come up with new ideas and let these franchises die already.

[Quote] He has the unhealthy pallor

Oh dear.

He looks AI generated.

Poor kid will be bullied

What a nice fantasy, D14. I’m sure you feel really superior.

R14^

What a hot young stud!

[quote]He looks AI generated.

I think that's a good way to put it; he looks like a generated picture of Harry Potter, not an actual kid. Rather strange

At the beginning of the story, HP was sort of beaten down, half-starved little thing, so I think the young HP needs to look a bit more like a rug rat and not have such a smack-worthy face

I hope he doesn't become an alcoholic like Radcliffe.

He looks like a spinster secretary who works in the office of a middle school.

By accepting this role, this child is endorsing TRANS GENOCIDE!

Who?

Have they checked his genitals? I don’t want to be fucked with.

MINGE!

Not feeling Hagrid's look at all. He's way too handsome, he's basically a half beast in the books.

Full photo is at the bottom of the article.

Is he TRANS?

I'm sure he has a stipulation in his contract that he can't transition for the duration of the filming. And the courts refashioned by Trump would totally uphold that if challenged.

Speaking of, tr4nnies and their enablers are losing their shit on the socials and being incredibly nasty to these poor kids. It's been more than a year since the show's announcement and they are nowhere near the acceptance stage.

I read that as a full bottom in photo.

[quote]Why don't the studios come up with new ideas and let these franchises die already.

I once read an article which quoted some very famous "script doctor" who is extremely well-paid to write and fix bad scripts. He basically says that whatever Hollywood produces is, in fact, the best of what they're able to produce. There are very few "hidden gems" or overlooked brilliant scripts.

Both franchises and remakes are seen as reducing financial risk because they're proven properties with built-in audiences.

I hope people asking why this is being made also realise this studio runs several HP theme parks that make good money. So it's a bit like asking why Disney keeps making Disney movies...

He looks like Rachel Maddow.

Anything associated with JK is going to bring out the trolls looking for ANYTHING - any phrase, any glance - to tear apart and denounce her and the series.

Bet on it.

Daniel Radcliffe was an ugly little English kid too 🤷🏻‍♂️

Was, still is. It’s not like they have good stock to pull from.

R39 - so not true - I thought it was amazing they could get a child (Daniel) in real-life who looked so similar to the books.

I’m surprised they’ve gone for live action. You’d think as a reboot it would work great as animation and avoid the gamble you take casting kids for decade long roles.

r41 It's very difficult to market an animated show to adults, there's just this barrier that's difficult to overcome. They will make so much more money with a live action that whole families can watch. And then visit a theme park afterwards.

He's a male who resembles the female author, like the last one. Nuff said

Another thing no one wanted nor asked for. Warner Bros wonders why they’re almost bankrupt.

Didn't read past the first few posts. He's a kid. Let him be one. Some of you sound pervy.

For r44

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