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Discovering the Real World of Harry Potter (2001)

Starring: Hugh Laurie Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

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Product Details

  • Actors: Hugh Laurie
  • Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Questar
  • DVD Release Date: May 28, 2002
  • Run Time: 72 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000633SA
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #56,140 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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The bestselling stories of a boy wizard have left millions spellbound. Discovering the truth behind the fiction, British actor Hugh Laurie narrates this public television documentary (not authorized by J.K. Rowling) to provide historical and scientific context to the Harry Potter tales. Divided into six chapters, the 74-minute program offers footage of Rowling's childhood home and platform nine and three-quarters at King's Cross Station in London; notable discussions with authors Lindsey Fraser (Conversations with J.K. Rowling) and David Colbert (The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter); and clips of television interviews with Rowling. One chapter unearths some probable legends that may have stirred Rowling's imagination. Another guesses on a Scottish school that may have provided the inspiration for Hogwarts. Especially fun for Potter fans is a description of the now-famous Hogwarts' sport, Quidditch. In true documentary form, style outperforms sizzle, which more likely will appeal to older Potter fans, ages 12 and up. Beautifully filmed and scripted, here is an intriguing complement to the Harry Potter books and motion pictures. --Lynn Gibson


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Discovering the Real World of Harry Potter picks up where the blockbuster film and bestselling books leave off. This critically-acclaimed documentary explores the myths and legends that inhabit the real world of Harry Potter. Follow award-winning documentary filmmakers as they offer insights to witches, wizards, Greek Gods, Ancient Celts, ghosts, magical creatures, alchemy, and ancient spells. Extra Features: The Ghostly Visitors of Harry Potter; Harry Potter's Alchemical and Herbal World; In the Footsteps of Harry Potter; Harry Potter and the Holy Grail.

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96 of 110 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Discovering The Real World Of Harry Potter, December 5, 2001
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Saw it on PBS. Great program! Lots of information on what was the inspiration of the author. Visits "real world" locations in England that inspired author. Especially liked the real-life boarding school like Hogwart's.
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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, November 27, 2004
This is, as advertized, a PBS special about the possible origins of some of the "Harry Potter" mythology. The production values are on a par with that kind of show - a bit interesting.
What I found so very disappointing was the fact that ALL of the "Special Features" were nothing more than the original show cut differently with an extra 30+ seconds of new material thrown in here and there (perhaps a whole 10 minutes more in total?) The extra material looked like deleted scenes from the original.
I would not have purchased this DVD had I known that.
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48 of 60 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Informative DVD on Harry Potter Background, March 24, 2003
This DVD contained a lot of interesting information on real background events contained in the Harry Potter series. The author's childhood home with the cupboard under the stairs. A childhood playmate named Potter. The real N. Flamel. Also includes fun extras.
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2.0 out of 5 stars this is not what you think....
i ordered this thinking it would be a lot more about Harry Potter but it's sort of a pseudo documentary that's not very good. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Connie Hughey

5.0 out of 5 stars Harry Potter Great Book
The book was in great condition and came quickly. It's a good choice if you like Harry Potter books.
Published 1 month ago by Laura Barnes

1.0 out of 5 stars Deadly Dullness in the Real World of Harry Potter
Hugh Laurie,currently famous as the cynical doctor on "House" and Stephen Fry's comical foil on "Jeeves and Wooster",provides narration for this "special" about the "real" world... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Amaranth

1.0 out of 5 stars Rented from the library and still feel a bit cheated
I was hoping that this video would have done 2 things: 1, given me a bit of a tour of the filming locations, like Christ's Church, Gloucester Cathedral, Glenfinnan Viaduct, and... Read more
Published 22 months ago by joe bitterman

4.0 out of 5 stars Well if you really want to know?
It is an alright documentary. But if you are any kind of a "Pot-head" (i.e. a serious Potter/Rowling fan) you won't find anything really new in here it was filmed in 2001... Read more
Published on July 23, 2007 by Jeanne Besaw

5.0 out of 5 stars Great info
We liked the movie very well. It is always interesting to learn whats behind something that is popular.
Published on February 17, 2007 by Michael Jolley

5.0 out of 5 stars learn more about the world of harry potter
i loved it, it was very informing and entertaining
Published on August 18, 2005 by A. Ivanic

4.0 out of 5 stars The Real World of Harry Potter
I did like this DVD but do wish it had been close-captioned. Sometimes the Brits are hard to understand, especially when one has hearing problems, even with hearing aids!
Published on July 7, 2005 by Joan I. Torrey

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Companion Piece to Harry Potter Phenomenia
Most fans of Harry Potter (books or films) will enjoy this documentary. I believe I saw it either on PBS or on a discovery channel type TV channel. Read more
Published on December 14, 2004 by Kirk Groeneveld

2.0 out of 5 stars Maybe not the best
I got this DVD for myself and my 4 obsessed children, hoping to see more of the real places mentioned in the books - like a little travelogue perhaps, as well as more about the... Read more
Published on February 7, 2004 by thedistaff

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