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After directing the first two Harry Potter Chris Columbus has some thoughts on the upcoming HBO TV adaptation, and his concerns could be the biggest obstacle the series has to overcome. More than a decade after Harry Potter After the film series comes to an end, Warner Bros. and HBO are working together to make one Harry Potter TV show. Considering how many books there are in the series, this will be a massive undertaking that could disappoint audiences in countless frightening ways. Still, If it succeeds, HBO could breathe new life into one of the most magical fantasy series of all time.

Right from the start there are a number of risks Harry Potter TV show will inevitably have to last. For one thing, the show needs to have a strong cast that can stick with the project for seven seasons or longer. Casting Harry Potter’s Adults will be just as central as Harry, Ron and Hermione. Additionally, the show is reportedly dedicated to book accuracy. That’s what that means certain elements of Harry Potter Films that have never been seen on screen need to be presented in an exciting way. Recently, Columbus pointed out an even bigger problem the show will encounter.

Chris Columbus overcomes the biggest obstacle Harry Potter’s TV reboot must overcome

The style of the Harry Potter films explained

In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Columbus pointed this out a big challenge for them Harry Potter TV series determine the style and atmosphere. Columbus said: “These films have a certain stylistic quality that you either have to part with or embrace. Are they completely rethinking the look of Hogwarts? Are they using the John Williams theme?” To some, these questions may seem like small things, but they are actually incredibly important. If HBO wants to make their adaptation stand out, they need to create a very specific atmosphere that hasn’t been done before.

Columbus is also right that Harry Potter Films had very special qualities. Columbus’ own films, Philosopher’s Stone And chamber of secrets, They had an ethereal and nostalgic feelwhere even the danger seemed bizarre. Prisoner of Azkaban took a completely different approach, adding a more chaotic and strange tone. Then, from Goblet of Fire And so on: The films had a uniquely dark atmosphere, full of dry humor, dull colors and lots of magical strangeness. Probably that Harry Potter Films never felt like normal blockbusters, but had their own special design.

Why Harry Potter’s TV reboot can’t just repeat what the films did so well

HBO needs to prove that HP deserves a reboot

Although the Harry Potter Films have managed to create a strong atmosphere that Harry Potter It would be a mistake for the television show to try to recreate it. The audience was obviously thrilled Harry Potter Movies, but the TV show has to bring something different to the table. If the atmosphere were the same, it would be almost pointless to even make a TV show; Viewers could simply watch the films again. In this way, The Harry Potter The TV adaptation has to convey its own unique feeling that the audience can relate to it and, more importantly, enjoy it.

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Generally, The Harry Potter A television show has the difficult task of proving that it deserves to exist. It’s been over a decade since the film franchise came to an end, and for some, that doesn’t seem like enough time to merit a remake. HBO claims that this show aims to be completely book-accurate, so the series must live up to that expectation and more. Creating an atmosphere is just one of many steps HBO must take to ensure their series is meaningful, unique and worthwhile. Otherwise, audiences will quickly dismiss the show as a cash grab.

Harry Potter completely reinventing the wizarding world would be a huge risk

Which direction should Harry Potter take?

On the other hand, HBO’s attempt to repeat the series also carries great risks Harry Potter. The TV series could easily develop a style that audiences simply don’t like or that doesn’t match the source material. Harry Potter’s The world is now so familiar that trying to remake it could alienate the show complete. Something as simple as the look of Hogwarts could completely take viewers out of the show. Worse, some may turn to the series and argue that this is not the case Harry Potter that they know and love. Different is good, but too different is bad.

Ultimately, The Harry Potter The TV show has a big job to doand it could fail just as easily as it could succeed. In many ways, this project is walking a fine line, and only time will tell if it manages to stay on its feet. After loving this Harry Potter It seems like they are trying to reinvent the wheel. However, the audience should trust it Harry Potter will get a new life that could be just as magical as the original.

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Harry Potter is HBO’s remake of the legendary Wizarding World film series, which consisted of eight films between 2001 and 2011. Each season adapts a book from JK Rowling’s popular series and offers more book-accurate details than the films. When the Harry Potter TV show was announced, the series received heavy criticism for Rowling’s involvement and many felt a reboot was unnecessary.

Main genre

adventure

Seasons

1

Directors

Mark Mylod

Showrunner

Francisca Gardiner

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