Harry Potter Wizards Collection

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Harry Potter Wizard's Collection: The Design

Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima discuss the creation of the Wizard’s Collection and talk about their favorite designs from the films.

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Year 3 – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™



Four discs include:
1) Theatrical version on Blu-ray
2) Theatrical version on DVD
3) Special Features on DVD
4) Creating the World of Harry Potter – Part 3: Creatures

Rating: PG: SOME SCARY MOMENTS, CREATURE VIOLENCE, AND MILD LANGUAGE
Creating the World of Harry Potter Part 3: Creatures

Soar on the back of Buckbeak. Battle a Hungarian Horntail. Trace Voldemort’s terrifying transformation from grotesque infant-like creature to Dark Lord. Fascinating footage lets you experience the Harry Potter world of creatures through new eyes with this revealing look at a new group of wizards: the artists who create the monsters and marvels. Roam the Creature Shop, where actors turn into beasts and sketches turn into animatronic wonders. Join Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson as they share stories about acting opposite everything from tiny computer-generated pixies to a four-ton mechanical spider (guess which young star is really afraid of spiders). New discoveries and new revelations all make your journeys into Harry’s world even [/i]

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63,000 pieces if that number is correct. That's a lot!

Certificate of Authenticity



This 8" x 10" certificate was designed by MinaLima Design and inspired by the Hogwarts Express train ticket seen in the films. Each Harry Potter Wizard Collection contains a uniquely numbered framable certificate.

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Year 4 – Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™



Four discs include:
1) Theatrical version on Blu-ray
2) Theatrical version on DVD
3) Special Features on DVD
4) Creating the World of Harry Potter – Part 4: Sound & Music

Rating: PG-13: SEQUENCES OF FANTASY VIOLENCE AND FRIGHTENING IMAGES
Creating the World of Harry Potter
Part 4: Sound & Music

Can you imagine the Yule Ball without the Potter Waltz? Quidditch without the whoooosh of flying? Or any Harry Potter film without the iconic Hedwig’s Theme? Now, absorbing interviews and behind-the- scenes glimpses let you share the vision of composers, sound experts and others who make the Harry Potter films enchantment for the ears as well as the eyes. Experience sound and music that magnify triumph and fear, joy and suspense while transporting viewers on an emotional journey alongside the on-screen characters. Learn how specially cre- ated musical motifs identify individual characters and places. Watch as Foley artists use unusual techniques to replicate everyday sounds. Discover a whole new way to look at – and listen to – Harry’s world.

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Concept Art Prints





These eight 8” x 10” concept art prints are suitable for framing. Printed on high-quality paper, these prints represent some of the finest concept art created for the films.

Interview with film concept artist, Andrew Williamson

What was your specific role in the Harry Potter art department?
I worked as a concept artist on all the films except the first. I tended to specialize in "environments" – sets, buildings and so on, and I worked on many of the shots where a real set was extended into a virtual world.

What collaboration did you have with Stuart Craig?
I had the great privilege of working very closely with Stuart. I like to think that over the years I became pretty good at interpreting his ideas!

What made your experience in the Harry Potter art department different from other jobs you’ve had previously and since?
Everything! At the start I had no idea it would be so huge. It was my first film work and I learnt and developed as the series went along. Mainly the people, though - lovely and so talented.

Over the years, what were some of your favorite designs, and why?
I enjoyed contributing to the Quidditch World Cup stadium and camp, the Ministry of Magic, and the cavern in "Half-Blood Prince", but although I hate to say it, some of the most interesting work was on the destruction of Hogwarts.

What is your background and what made you want to pursue film concept design?
I originally qualified as an architect – I had stopped practising and become a freelance architectural illustrator before someone gave my name to Stuart, who was looking for an architectural specialist, so I sort of fell into it.

What is the greatest challenge for you as a concept artist?
The human figure.

Would you explain the techniques and materials used in creating a concept painting?
When I started I was painting the pictures in watercolour and gouache. Nowadays everything is digital. Even at an early stage I will usually build a 3D digital model to make sure the view is as accurate as possible and help with the lighting. Then it's digital painting in Photoshop.

What are you doing now?
I'm working for a visual effects company in London at the moment.

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Year 5 - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™



Four discs include:
1) Theatrical version on Blu-ray + bonus features
2) Theatrical version on DVD
3) Creating the World of Harry Potter – Part 5: Evolution
and additional special features on Blu-ray

Rating: PG-13: SEQUENCES OF FANTASY VIOLENCE AND FRIGHTENING IMAGES
Bonus Material/Trailer May Not Be Rated.
Creating the World of Harry Potter
Part 5: Evolution

Deeper. Bolder. Darker. As the eight Harry Potter films trace Harry's journey from innocent schoolboy to selfless hero, the series undergoes a transformation. Evolution - packed with exclusive content - takes you along for every exciting step of the 10-year filmmaking odyssey. Join the four directors and key members of the crew and cast, including Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, as they explore how the creative vision for the films evolved to maintain the integrity and increasing intensity of J.K. Rowling's expansive literary series. From the ever-changing architecture of Hogwarts castle and growing landscape of the wizarding world, to the darkening palette of each successive film, to the young actors maturing along with their characters, it is a wondrous and spectacular adventure to experience.

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Blueprint of Hogwarts Castle



Printed on non-tear paper, this detailed blueprint of Hogwarts castle from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ is 22" x 36". Sepia-toned, it includes photo and art insets of specific locations inside and around the castle.

Interview with Art Director, Gary Tomkins

What is your background?
I've worked in the Art Department for many years on a wide range of films, including Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow, all of the Harry Potter films and more recently Steven Spielberg's War Horse

What was your specific role in the Harry Potter art department?
As well as working on lots of the full-sized sets on all eight Potter films, I looked after the model unit requirements, transforming Stuart Craig's ideas and sketches into architectural working drawings (blueprints), and supervising the construction of not only the Hogwarts castle model, but Hogsmeade village, the Weasley house, Privet Drive and others.

What made your experience in the Harry Potter art department different from other jobs you’ve had previously and since?
My experience in the Potter art department was unique in the way that sets and models continued to be used on more than one film, unlike the usual practice of consigning everything to the skip once it's been shot! It was also unique to work with the same group of people for such a long time. It's something that's been said many times before, but it really did feel like a large family after ten years of working at Leavesden.

Over the years, what were some of your favorite designs, and why?
Apart from Hogwarts castle itself, which has become quite an iconic building, my favourite miniature has to be Hogsmeade village which, although being seen only fleetingly in the films, had an incredible amount of detail, including fully dressed shop windows, working lights, and even tiny footprints in the (false) snow!

What is the purpose of blueprints for production? How many blueprints are produced for a film?
The reason architectural working drawings, or blueprints, are produced on a film is to allow the carpenters, plasterers and model-makers to make the sets and miniatures exactly as the designer intended. All the views of a set or miniature are drawn and dimensioned along with dozens of details of doors, windows, and whatever else is required to convey the ideas of the art department. During the course of all eight Potter films, over 10 years, 8395 working drawings were produced for the sets and miniatures!

Were there any challenges in the creation of the Hogwarts castle blueprints?
The main challenges were the changes that were made from one film to the next. Because of changing requirements in each new script, and the fact that not all of the books had been written when we initially built Hogwarts, we had to introduce new elements, such as the prison tower, Owlery, astronomy tower, viaduct and courtyards as they were required by the story. Integrating these into an existing and well-known building like Hogwarts without destroying its overall look was quite a challenge.

What are you doing now?
I am working again with Stuart Craig on new and exciting projects!

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Amazon.com has posted the disc specs, but The Order of the Phoenix has 1 disc more on the official site.
So who is lying

Product Description

The magical film franchise is now available in a spectacular limited-edition collectible box set. The most comprehensive Harry Potter movie collection yet features all eight films, exclusive never-before-seen content and must-have memorabilia.

This new limited and numbered 31-disc collection contains all eight Harry Potter movies on Blu-ray, DVD and UltraViolet Digital Copy and more than 37 hours of special features including all previously released materials and more than 10 hours of new to disc bonus content, and 5 hours of never-before-seen material.

In addition to the theatrical release of every film, the collection also includes the extended versions of Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets; and the 3D versions of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows –- Parts 1 and 2.

Films Included in Collection

Disc 1: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Theatrical Version + Extended Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 2: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 3: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Creating The World: The Magic Begins (Blu-ray)
Disc 4: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Disc 2 from the Special Edition (DVD)
Disc 5: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Theatrical Version + Extended Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 6: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 7: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Creating the World: Characters (Blu-ray)
Disc 8: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Disc 2 from the Special Edition (DVD)
Disc 9: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Theatrical Version (Blu-ray)
Disc 10: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 11: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Creating the World: Creatures (Blu-ray)
Disc 12: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Disc 2 from the Special Edition (DVD)
Disc 13: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Theatrical Version (Blu-ray)
Disc 14: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 15: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Creating the World: Sound & Music (Blu-ray)
Disc 16: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Disc 2 from the Special Edition (DVD)
Disc 17: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Theatrical Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 18: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 19: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Creating the World: Evolution (Blu-ray)
Disc 20: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Theatrical Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 21: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 22: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Creating the World: Magical Effects + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 23: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 Theatrical Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 24: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 25: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1, Creating the World: Story + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 26: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (Blu-ray 3D)
Disc 27: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 Theatrical Version + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 28: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 Theatrical Version (DVD)
Disc 29: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, Creating the World: Growing Up + Extra Content (Blu-ray)
Disc 30: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (Blu-ray 3D)
Disc 31: Wizard's Collection Exclusive Bonus Disc (Blu-ray)

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I kinda want this because of all the special features, but I really wish we could have got extended cuts for 3-7.2. That would have been so cool.

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Wholee Hell that's nice im a huge Potter fan got all the films on blu ray and yes if your a potter fan I recommend that you get the U.k region free ultimate collection it's cheaper than u.s's thin box for 100.00!!!

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YEAR 6 - HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE™



Three discs include:
1) Theatrical version on Blu-ray
2) Theatrical version on DVD
3) Creating the World of Harry Potter – Part 6: Magical Effects
and additional special features on Blu-

Rating: PG: SCARY IMAGES, SOME VIOLENCE, LANGUAGE AND MILD SENSUALITY
Bonus Material/Trailer May Not Be Rated.
Creating the World of Harry Potter
Part 6: Magical Effects

In Harry Potter's world, portraits come to life, potions transform, time reverses, Quidditch players soar, dragons attack and magic is everywhere. Explore the moviemaking magic that created the wizardry and wonder of the Harry Potter film series. Now, fascinating insights, interviews and watch-it-happen footage let you experience the triumphs of the technical wizards who conjured up an awe-inspiring alternate reality. Share the fun as Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson negotiate the moving stairs. Marvel as an oversized water tank transforms into the depths of the black lake for the Triwizard Tournament. Discover which amazing sequence was filmed entirely using computer-generated imagery. Watch as blue and green screen backgrounds transform into towering structures and endless landscapes. You don't know the magic until you've seen Magical Effects.

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Label Collection





The collection includes a series of 5" x 7" concept sketches from Harry Potter production designer Stuart Craig. Each print bears his signature.

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Hmmm no updates this week.
This week, today, should have been an update for the information of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part 1
There are still 2 movies, 2 items and a bonus disc to be specified.

Maybe next week.

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Hmmm no updates this week.
This week, today, should have been an update for the information of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part 1
There are still 2 movies, 2 items and a bonus disc to be specified.

Maybe next week.

Well no movie update this week either, but they did another map.

Map of Hogwarts Castle and Surroundings



Created exclusively for the Harry Potter Wizard's Collection, this full-color map is 24" x 36", printed on fabric and suitable for framing. Created by MinaLima Design, the map is illustrated by Miraphora Mina, a former graphic designer on the Harry Potter films, and includes film locations such as Hogwarts castle, the black lake, Hagrid's hut, the Forbidden Forest, the Quidditch pitch, Hogsmeade and beyond.


Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima discuss the creation of the map that appears in the collection.

Screenshots taken from the video:

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Year 7 - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ™ - Part 1



Four discs include:

1) Theatrical version on Blu-ray
Maximum Movie Mode
Prepare for the Final Battle as Cast and Crew Lead an Interactive Journey to Ready You for the Monumental Last Stand Against Evil – All as You Watch the Movie!
2) Theatrical version on DVD
3) NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN: Creating the World of Harry Potter – Part 7: Story
4) 3D version of the film on Blu-ray

Additional special features include:

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1: Behind the Magic
• Harry Potter: On the Road
• The Return of the Order
• Scabior and Greyback
• Dobby's Farewell
• The Look of Bill Weasley
• The Weasleys
• The State of Evil
• The New Guys
• One Book, Two Movies
• The Wizarding Prop Shop
• The Seven Harrys
• On the Green with Rupert, Tom, Oliver and James
• Dan, Rupert and Emma's Running Competition
• Godric's Hollow/The Harry and Nagini Battle
• The Frozen Lake
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ – Part 2: Sneak Peek
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1: Behind the Soundtrack
• Deleted Scenes
• The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ Promotional Trailer
• Theatrical Trailers

Rating: PG-13: SOME SEQUENCES OF INTENSE ACTION VIOLENCE, FRIGHTENING IMAGES AND BRIEF SENSUALITY
Bonus Material/Trailer May Not Be Rated.

Creating the World of Harry Potter
Part 7: Story

Over the course of ten years, screenwriter Steve Kloves worked tirelessly with author J.K. Rowling to develop her magical books into films. From the beginning, Kloves had to decide what to keep, what to change and what to cut while staying true to Rowling's vision, initially without even knowing how the series ended! Learn the story behind the stories as they sit down together for an intimate, free-flowing conversation.

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Year 7 - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ™ - Part 1

Additional special features include:

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1: Behind the Magic
• Harry Potter: On the Road

It looks like they're including the featurettes that were on the Best Buy and Target 4-disc versions of the last two movies.

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very nice, limited to only 63,000!

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hi i just purchase this harry potter blu ray for new bury comics i cant seem to find anything about it online or if theres any other harry potter movies that have an edition like this. do u guys know anything about it? i just attached an image of it

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Horcrux Locket Reproduction

The original prop was designed for the film by Miraphora Mina, and the wearable, high-quality replication was created solely for the Harry Potter Wizard's Collection by the Noble.

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I think this could be found for $200 or less in a couple months/one year