The best J.K. Rowling’s movies
If you love cinema, you will share this ranking of the best J.K. Rowling’s movies, although you may have ordered them differently. In any case, we hope you love it and with a little luck discovering a movie that you still don’t know about J.K. Rowling.
Creating the World of Harry Potter, Part 1: The Magic Begins
8/10
One from a series of documentaries on the making of the Harry Potter cinematic universe.
50 Greatest Harry Potter Moments
7.4/10
To mark the release two weeks ago of the eighth and final movie in the series, Robbie Coltrane narrates a countdown of the movie franchise's best moments. From Harry's first meeting with Ron and Hermione aboard the Hogwarts Express through to magical mysteries.
Harry Potter: A History Of Magic
7/10
A thrilling journey through legends, belief and folklore, this film goes behind the scenes with the British Library as they search to tell that story through objects in their collection, in an ambitious new exhibition: Harry Potter: A History Of Magic. J.K. Rowling, who is lending unseen manuscripts, drawings and drafts from her private archives (which will sit alongside treasures from the British Library, as well as original drafts and drawings from Jim Kay) talks about some of the personal items she has lent to the exhibition and gives new insight into her writing, looking at some of the objects from the exhibition that have fired her imagination.
Creating the World of Harry Potter, Part 5: Evolution
8/10
One from a series of documentaries on the making of the Harry Potter cinematic universe.
Creating the World of Harry Potter, Part 8: Growing Up
8.5/10
One from a series of documentaries on the making of the Harry Potter cinematic universe.
London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Isles of Wonder
8.3/10
The London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony took place at 9pm on 27 July 2012. Titled 'Isles of Wonder', the Ceremony welcomed the finest athletes from more than 200 nations for the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games, marking an historic third time the capital has hosted the world’s biggest and most important sporting event. The Opening Ceremony reflected the key themes and priorities of the London 2012 Games, based on sport, inspiration, youth and urban transformation. It was a Ceremony 'for everyone' and celebrated contributions the UK has made to the world through innovation and revolution, as well as the creativity and exuberance of British people.
Discovering the Real World of Harry Potter
6.1/10
Explore 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. Narrated by British actor Hugh Laurie, this fascinating documentary brings new dimensions to the historical and scientific world behind the Harry Potter series.
Tom Felton Meets the Superfans
7.7/10
In his directorial debut, Tom Felton, who played the villainous Draco Malfoy in the hugely successful Harry Potter films, meets the world's most committed fans in a bid to understand what drives them.
The Importance of Being Morrissey
7.6/10
The Importance of Being Morrissey is the most revealing and quotable documentary made on Steven Patrick Morrissey. In it, he compares meat eating to child abuse; attacks the Royal Family and Tony Blair; responds to the accusations of racism, and we hear about his depression. There’s also some great concert footage and a mixed selection of celebrity fans who explain their fervor for the Mozz.
J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life
7.9/10
A look into the life of J.K. Rowling in the year leading to her finishing her final harry potter book.
