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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I on BD/DVD
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Thursday, 14 April 2011

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part I begins with a serious message delivered by the Minister of Magic, Rufus Scrimgeour (portrayed by Bill Nighy). No sooner than five minutes in to the film, we see Hermione erasing her parents memories; something mentioned in passing in the novel, but emotionally shown on the screen.

These two scenes set the tone for the rest of the movie; the happy times seen in the previous films have passed, and the Wizarding World is at war.

With respect to the book, Deathly Hallows Part I is possibly one of the truest films in the series so far. As always, scenes have been omitted but a few can be found on the Special Features, such as Harry’s farewell with Aunt Petunia and Dudley Dursley.

The acting is quite strong throughout; the increased presence of Lord Voldemort (portrayed by Ralph Fiennes) is both wonderful and terrifying to watch. The quick-witted jokes of Fred and George Weasley (portrayed by James and Oliver Phelps) add moments of needed comic relief, however short they may be.

Unlike the previous movies in the series, we see little of Hogwarts, but more of the magical world. The Ministry of Magic is explored, as well as the Burrow, the Lovegood’s residence, and most extensively, The Malfoy Manor. The recreation of these areas are again true to the books, from the entrance of The Malfoy Manor to the Atrium within the Ministry of Magic.

Composed by Alexandre Desplat, the music accompanying the film follows in his predecessors by perfectly fitting the mood and scenes, with a distinct lack of the original (and slightly cheerful) Hedwig’s Theme. A special feature can be found on the bonus disk with an insight into the recording of the orchestral score.

The Special Features disk delivers over an hour of footage, including 8 scenes that were not featured in the film, as well as 30 minutes of Focus Points (behind the scenes clips). In addition to these, the DVD also contains a promotional trailer for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a Behind the Soundtrack feature and a Golfing Jouney with Rupert Grint, Tom Felton and James and Oliver Phelps, plus much more.

The 2 Disk Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I DVD is available to buy from Sainsbury’s, who are selling a limited edition exclusive Dobby DVD Sleeve. Each person who purchases the film from Sainsbury’s also has a chance to win an 8 inch limited edition Dobby plush doll.

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Interview with Phelps twins, Mark Williams on Deathly Hallows


SnitchSeeker was on hand at the Madrid DVD press event for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I on Thursday, and got the chance to chat with James and Oliver Phelps, and Mark Williams about the new trailer for the final installment, Deathly Hallows: Part II, what they look most forward to seeing in the last movie, and what they have planned after the completion of the series. The video interviews and photos, courtesy of SnitchSeeker correspondent Azel Kussainova (member Eternity), who spoke to the actors, can be seen below






SnitchSeeker: What is your favorite scene in the movie that you’re looking forward to seeing?
Oliver Phelps: There’s a big sequence when Voldemort turns up inside the castle, and that whole scene was just amazing to film. So I can’t wait to see it.

SnitchSeeker: How does it feel after 12 years of working on this project to actually see the last movie?
James Phelps: I don’t know. I’ll tell you in a couple of months time when we see it. I’m really looking forward to it. I’m still shocked after all this time that all these guys (indicates crowd) still come out and say hello. It’s awesome. All the different cities where we’re prominent. It makes it all so worth it. We’re very lucky.
Oliver Phelps: Yes, it’s amazing.

SnitchSeeker: What projects do you plan to be involved in after Harry Potter - such as Latin Quarter?
Oliver Phelps: At the moment, we start that movie in July. And then James and I were over in the States earlier this year looking at some stuff. So you haven’t seen the last of us.


SnitchSeeker: After 12 years of work on this project, how does it feel like to be at the premiere of the trailer for the last movie?
Mark Williams: I’ve just seen a bit of the trailer, yeah. It looked really exciting.

SnitchSeeker: What is different or new about the last movie that will stun fans?
Mark Williams: The last film is in two parts. It’s a story that goes into two parts. The first part is really exciting with a really exciting ending. The second is even more exciting. It comes out in July.


SnitchSeeker: Do you have anything to wish to the fans of Harry Potter that were there with you for 12 years?
Mark Williams: I’m looking forward to the final ending. The final countdown.
The Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I Blu-ray and DVD sets, out now, can be ordered at the WB Shop or Amazon at the links below. A list of international dates for the DVD's release can be found here.

US Deathly Hallows 1-disc DVD | US Deathly Hallows 1-disc Blu-ray | US Deathly Hallows 2-pack collector's set | US Deathly Hallows 2-disc DVD SE | US Deathly Hallows 3-disc Triple Play DVD/Blu-ray
UK Deathly Hallows 2-disc DVD | UK Deathly Hallows 3-disc Triple play DVD/Blu-ray | UK Deathly Hallows 3-disc Limited Edition Triple Play Steelbook