I'm
a Muggle. I've never been into wizards. I zoned out when we took turns to read
one of Ursula le Guin's books out loud at school. And... I've never seen a
Harry Potter film.
However,
this year I went on a trip to the Warner Bros studios near Watford. For anyone
who is mistaken in thinking that the Harry Potter franchise is British - the
presence of the Warner Bros name across the front of the huge studio buildings
will put you right.
This
tour is very impressive. No doubt if you are a Harry Potter fan you can immerse
yourself further into the experience: you will be aware of what each set and
prop is, and how it was used to enhance the narrative of the films.
I
appreciated the attention to detail that the set designers, prop makers and
costume designers have put into their work. After seeing how the whole
enterprise was put together, it is quite evident where the huge budgets of
these films have been spent.
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| I was particularly taken by this animated travelling trunk |
Just
don't drink the Butterbeer unless you've got a very sweet tooth. And don't
forget to take plenty of spending money for the souvenir shop...
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