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Whether it comes to movies or books, there will probably never be a franchise likeHarry Potter. Even after all these years, it continues to be read, watched, and enjoyed by new and old fans across the world, proving that J.K. Rowling didn’t just write a story but created literal magic through her words.
And now years after the movie series ended, a television series is in the works and already it has been gaining criticism for potentially casting a Black actor for the role of Severus Snape. While the series might land a Black Snape, it might score a win with its latest hiring.
HBO’sHarry PotterSeries Might Have a Black Severus Snape
Harry Potteris not just a franchise, rather it is a special part of the lives of millions of fans across the world. Even after all these years, many continue to revisit the magical world created byJ.K. Rowling, seeking comfort in the halls of Hogwarts, celebrating the win of light over darkness, or just enjoying the antics of the Golden Trio time over time.
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So when HBO announced its plans to create aHarry Potterseries, faithful fans of the franchise already anticipated that it would draw controversy and criticism given the recent wave of ‘wokeness’ within the film industry. Although the casting is yet to be announced, the series is already garnering backlash from fans for its ‘potential’ casting choices. As reported, HBO is reportedly interested in castingPaapa Essieduas the fan favorite Severus Snape(viaDeadline).
Known best for his work inI May Destroy You, Essiedu is an impeccable actor, yet he does not fit the bill, according to fans, when it comes to playing the fictional character. Even though the books do not exclusively mention the wizard as ‘white,’ it is hard for fans to imagine anyone else than the legendaryAlan Rickmanin the role, and hence, the backlash.
HBO’sHarry PotterSeries HiredPoor ThingsOscar Winner
HBO’s efforts to bring theHarry Potterseries to the screens are in full swing and the casting directors are exceptionally busy trying to cast the perfect Harry Potter, Hermoine Granger, and Ron Weasley. While their rumored casting decision of Severus Snape might be whipping up a storm, the HBO series seems to have landed an Oscar winner as part of their crew.
While casting the right actors is a crucial aspect of making a project as iconic asHarry Pottera success, it is equally important to hire the right crew to bring the true magic onto the screen. And as far as hiring the crew part of concerned, HBO seems to be doing right since they recently hired costume designer Holly Waddington (viaDeadline).
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An award-winning costume designer, Waddington took home the Oscar, a BAFTA, and the Costume Designers Guild Award for her work inPoor Things. Having worked in movies likeLincoln, War Horse,Lady Macbeth,and more, her hiring is a positive start for the series, at least behind the scenes. As HBO continues its commitment to bringing the wizarding world back to our screens, we hope the series will measure up to the legacy of the books and movies.
TheHarry Potterfranchise is available to be streamed on HBO Max.
Maria Sultan
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
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