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How about Harry Potter Author: Steve Posted: 2001-11-21 18:35 Since there is some interest in this area I was curious if any one has read the Harry Potter series of books, and what you all thought of them. Does the movie interest you, has any one seen it yet. I was wondering if any one thought the books and move might bring up the awareness level of the general population, not unlike Star wars did, with "a long time ago, in galaxy far far away". In the telling of these stories the reminder of things forgotten would be helpful, or could it be too re-stimulating. Does any one think that Ron could have contributed in any way as a ghost writer (get it, a "ghost" writer)? What, you say you haven't read the books! What, are you, a muggle? 
Author: Journeyman Posted: 2001-11-21 18:55 I haven't read the books, but I guess I should. It just seems that they are aimed at children (told from the perspective of a child). Then again, they could benefit from the Spirit of Play, which children seem to inherently display. Actually, I was kind of bent out of shape, because their release is so close to the "Lord of the Rings" that they might steal Tolkien's thunder at the box office. I really want these movies to do well, because I would love it if people started admiring beauty, nobility, pan-determinism, the power of intention, etc. I think the LotR series of books really were inspirational, and very "real" for me. My favorite character was Faramir, although he had a small role in the story. I think he was Boromir's brother, second in line for the Stewardship of Gondor, until the real King (Aragorn fabian) returns. In fact, I think I am going to start reading the series as soon as I finish the current book I am reading, "What Remains to be Discovered", by John Maddox (Sir John Maddox, Editor Emeritus of Nature, was knighted for services to science in 1994 and made Fellow of the American Academy of Sciences in 1996. He was editor of Nature for twenty-three years, 1966-73 and 1980-1995. He lives in London and Wales.) Sorry about the digression: I guess I should talk more about "Harry Potter", since that is the subject of the thread. I will knuckle under, and see it, when my brother, and partner in fantasy fandom, comes home during the Christmas break from San Francisco. Author: VAST Posted: 2001-11-21 19:08 Hi ya. The magic track is something I find entertaining, too. I had asked you before, Journeyman, about The Wheel Of Time. That is one of my favorite series as well. I intend the movies are quite successful. I find that it is inspiring to some readers to take that first step in searching and finding more about themselves by reading that particular subject matter. I recall various discussions once, regarding the magic track and it's assorted content. I found that the ability to scour the "past" track was somewhat interesting at the point of discovery, but, lost it's mysterious luster once understood. It's like a weaving of many threads of existence super imposing themselves upon a basic playing field. Many different viewpoints can be explored. Many different postulates experienced. It's all so simple now. I guess the alluring magic tales have produced an effect. With me anyway. 
Author: Journeyman Posted: 2001-11-21 19:23 I know what you mean, about losing its mysterious air. To me, it isn't the mystery, so much as the exploring of such an aesthetic creation. Hubbard wrote, in "New Slant on Life", about how a Thetan imbues their day with magic. When we don't wave the magic wand, there is no magic, yeah? When we do, some may say that the magic is fiction- but their only purpose in saying that is invalidation of your beautiful creation. Magic happens! I watched my son emerge from my wife's body, held him in my arms, and came into communication with a being who I can only admire and assist. Did he exist before he entered that body? Is he a creation of a genetic program? To me, it doesn't matter- it's still magic that he was brought into existence! Author: virginia Posted: 2001-11-22 04:22 What's in here.. Oh hi Steve! I haven't read the books, but I saw the movie on it's release date. It was great fun, except for the part that clicked all the cases in at once. Was interesting to observe theta-wise. Hint: it's near the end.. Hey, I noticed this was said on this thread. The white ranger (journeyman) said: I really want these movies to do well, because I would love it if people started admiring beauty, nobility, pan-determinism, the power of intention, etc. " What is this guy, a used car salesman or something? The overload of white pr with a covert black pr agenda is getting a bit thick around the old board corral. Those attributes he lists, are not in his repertoire currently it seems, too busy not-ising "cosmologies" to pay any real attention to them. I personally love the words, and the concepts and actions behind them of:beauty, pan-determinism, the power of intention. There originally was an odd addition of "nobility" in and amongst the other unmistakeable words/concepts. Nobility is VERY often used as a STATUS word unfortunately, as it has at least a couple definitions that construe it that way. Too open to interpretation or misunderstanding, unlike the other concepts, I would say, which is why I left it out. Nite! Virginia Author: Steve Posted: 2001-11-22 14:28 Hi, For those of you unfamiliar with the Harry Potter series, there are four books out now(best taken in proper sequence, at the moment I don't have the titles at hand, I use the library.). The author has yet to finish and publish the final three books. The movie is based on only the first book. It (the first book)sets the stage, it builds to the fourth book were it ends off in shall I say a high point of danger, I suspect that the final three will find some resolution, after all it is geared toward kids, which is where some of the controversy surrounding the books come from saying it is to advanced and "heavy" for young kids (as many adults seem to enjoy it as kids). Also since the "media" is pushing it heavily, having a good idea of the "media", could very well be a red flag of sorts. The movie is very true to the book in many ways, however, there is much that is "lost" in the translation, as is in most cases when books make it to the big screen. A read through would be the best choice before making a final call on it. For me movies made from books are best considered supplemental (exceptions due occur) and hopefully when done right, icing on the cake. Hope this helps some. Author: chosti Posted: 2001-12-13 22:40 I have read the first 3 books. My wife and I love them. You can finish the 3 in 3 days but try to extend them for a week to really savor them. Its really a fresh perspective on magic fairy tales. The part that keys in all the cases in the movie doesn't appear in the book, so its just Hollywood up to its usual dirty tricks. Its interesting to see some similarity between the concept of muggle-ness and of wog-ness. Where are the Magicians? 
Have fun! Author: russelll Posted: 2001-12-16 18:12 I don't know if any of you have read any of David Eddings books. The ones that deal with Belgarath and his daughter Polgara. Those are really great fantasy books. |
