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IOL News
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Roaring back to life: discover the stunning visuals and storytelling of the reimagined 'Walking with Dinosaurs'
'Walking with Dinosaurs' gives viewers an intimate glimpse into the lives of Earth's oldest creatures. Image: Supplied Back in 1999, factual television was revolutionised when 'Walking with Dinosaurs' was released. The six-part nature documentary mini-series, created by Tim Haines, was a production collaboration between the BBC Science Unit, the Discovery Channel and BBC Worldwide TV, Asahi, ProSieben and France 3. Regarded at the time as the first series of its kind, the show depicted dinosaurs and other Mesozoic animals as living animals in the style of a traditional nature documentary. It has gained a worldwide cult following for how it recreated the extinct species through the combined use of computer-generated imagery and animatronics. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Now, 26 years later, a bold reimagining with the same title, once again produced by the BBC Studios Science Unit, brings to life six extraordinary dinosaurs through groundbreaking visual effects, dramatic storytelling and the latest advancements in palaeontological research. Narrated by Bertie Carvel, a double Olivier and Tony Award-winning actor who is renowned for roles in 'The Crown' and 'Doctor Foster', 'Walking with Dinosaurs' premiered on BBC Earth (DStv Channel 184) at the end of June. It invites viewers into the lives of the individual dinosaurs, who each have their own emotional journeys of survival, parenting and adaptation. Some elements of these magnificent creatures, which will be featured, include the towering might of Lusotitan and the delicate vulnerability of Clover and the life of a baby Triceratops. 'Walking with Dinosaurs' also brings to life their habitats, their behaviours and their survival strategies. Jay Balamurugan, the series assistant producer and a paleoartist, has a burning passion for Earth's most ancient creatures. 'It's such an interesting experience getting to work on a series like this because it was my childhood,' she said during an interview with 'Independent Media Lifestyle.' 'It's the reason I got into science and art and TV.' She added, 'The original left such a mark on me, and to get the chance to work on these new ones is so special, and now seeing it out in the world, it is really special.' 'I'm really pleased because I've seen a lot of families and children, especially, really enjoy it and watch it together, and it's something that makes me happy.' Balamurugan explained that she decided to get involved in this bold reimagining as a way of making her inner child happy. 'I think me, as a child, would have hated me as an adult forever (if she didn't take up this project).' 'It was also a great opportunity to bring this new view of dinosaurs to the public eye.' She said that it was how the dinosaurs were portrayed on the original series which sparked her interest in the show. 'I think that it had quite a special way of making the dinosaurs feel like animals. They didn't feel like movie monsters, and they didn't feel like mythological dragons.' 'They felt like animals, and it felt like I was watching a nature documentary about a lion or a hyena or something, except it was a T-Rex, and I think that was the thing that really hooked me and lots of people as well.' And although Balamurugan is thrilled to have worked on 'Walking with Dinosaurs', she said that it has not been without its obstacles. 'It's been a very, very challenging production because it's such a huge one,' she explained. 'Not only are we making the VFX dinosaur but we're making a show about palaeontologists. It does feel like we've got two big productions in one so it has been quite a challenge.' In regards to how it fares with the original show, she explained: 'I think it's similar to the original in the sense that it really keeps that spirit of telling the story of one animal in a really dramatic part of its life.' 'In the original, we had this with quite a few of the episodes where you would follow one dinosaur or one prehistoric animal and it's going through a really important epic migration or growing up in the presence of predators. Balamurugan added: 'We really try to keep that thread going in our current series.' What sets this reimagining apart is the inclusion of live-action sequences. 'I think we made that choice specifically because we want to celebrate science as much as we celebrate dinosaurs.' Balamurugan also had modern technology at her disposal for this version of 'Walking with Dinosaurs' "It's interesting because science has come such a long way and the technology involving film-making has also come such a long way.' 'We now have incredible VFX technology where not only can we make these times more realistic than ever but we can also sometimes even build our entire environments in VFX if we need to and this allows us to really get incredible sequences that we never would have got before.' Overall,Balamurugan promised that viewers can expect 'a really good story in each episode.' 'I also think people will really relate to these animals and come away with a wider understanding of these animals.' ∎ Watch new episodes of 'Walking With Dinosaurs' every Monday until August 4 at 8pm on BBC Earth (DStv Channel 184).
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harry Potter TV Star Explains Why He Might Not Return After Season 1
The Harry Potter television remake hasn't even begun filming yet, and already one cast member is talking about leaving. In June 2025, Bertie Carvel was cast as Cornelius Fudge, the Minister of Magic, who will appear in a recurring capacity through the first season of HBO's Harry Potter adaptation. The role was previously played by the late English actor Robert Hardy in Warner Bros.' film series based on the J.K. Rowling novels. Since Fudge is a character who is mentioned and/or appears in every Harry Potter novel, the expectation is that Carvel will continue to portray him across the entire series run. However, during a recent interview with The Times, the actor hinted that he would not remain with the reboot if the fans did not like it. 'I don't know how it's going to fit into my life. I've read one script, which I loved, and I've read the books. I hadn't before I got the role. I think I saw one of the films, maybe two. As a boy if I had read these books I would have devoured them,' he explained. 'So I am coming at it with a really open mind. Whether I come back [after the first series] probably depends on what the fans think. I mean, I'll be furious if it's not an amazing part.' Harry Potter will be led by newcomers Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. They will be joined by John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid, Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch, among others. Francesca Gardiner is serving as head writer and showrunner of the HBO adaptation, with Mark Mylod attached as its director. Described as a 'faithful' adaptation of Rowling's novel series, production on Harry Potter is expected to begin later this year, ahead of its 2026 debut on HBO.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Harry Potter reboot: Bertie Carvel opens up on his role as Cornelius Fudge
Tony-winning actor Bertie Carvel, who is set to play Cornelius Fudge in the upcoming Harry Potter reboot series on HBO Max, spilled the beans on his role in the show. In a recent interview with The Times, Carvel shared his excitement about joining the wizarding world, admitting that he read the Harry Potter books only after landing the role. JK Rowling's Harry Potter series is all set to release on HBO Max. Bertie Carvel will play the role of Cornelius Fudge.(AP) While he's best known for his stage performances, including award-winning roles in Matilda the Musical and Ink, Carvel is no stranger to political characters, having played both Tony Blair in The Crown and Donald Trump on stage. The Harry Potter reboot is based on J.K. Rowling's books of the same name. Cornelius Fudge was the Minister of Magic in the books and movies. He shared a contentious relationship with Potter, particularly over the re-emergence of Voldemort. Bertie Carvel joins Harry Potter reboot as Cornelius Fudge According to Screen Rant, HBO Max is pulling out all the stops for the Harry Potter remake, casting top-tier talent like John Lithgow as Dumbledore and now Carvel as Fudge. While fans have met each casting update with intense scrutiny, Carvel remains grounded. He told The Times that his continued involvement in the show 'depends on what the fans think.' Also read: Johnny Depp recalls his response after getting dropped from Fantastic Beasts franchise: 'F**k you…' Bertie Carvel on his future in Harry Potter reboot 'I don't know how it's going to fit into my life. I've read one script, which I loved, and I've read the books. I hadn't before I got the role. I think I saw one of the films, maybe two. As a boy if I had read these books I would have devoured them. So I am coming at it with a really open mind,' he added. Carvel did not comment on the backlash the casting had received. Whether or not that happens is up to the fandom, but Carvel seems ready to let the magic unfold. FAQs 1. Who is playing Cornelius Fudge in the Harry Potter reboot? Bertie Carvel will portray Cornelius Fudge in the HBO Max remake series. 2. What is Bertie Carvel known for? He's known for The Crown and Matilda the Musical, among other roles . 3. Is the Harry Potter reboot a TV show or movie? It's a TV series with each season covering one book. 4. When is the new Harry Potter series releasing? The release date hasn't been announced by HBO Max yet.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Look: Bertie Carvel, Katherine Parkinson join 'Harry Potter' series cast
June 9 (UPI) -- The Crown actor Bertie Carvel and The IT Crowd alum Katherine Parkinson have joined the cast of HBO's Harry Potter series. Carvel will play Cornelius Fudge from the Ministry of Magic and Parkinson will portray Weasley family matriarch Molly in what is being billed as "a faithful adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter books by author and executive producer J.K. Rowling." The network also announced the casting of several other key roles. Newcomer Lox Pratt has been cast as Draco Malfoy and Johnny Flynn as Draco's father Lucius, while Bel Powley will play Petunia Dursley and Daniel Rigby will take over the role of Vernon Dursley. They join an ensemble that already includes Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. John Lithgow will play Albus Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu will play Severus Snape, Janet McTeer will play Minerva McGonagall and Nick Frost will play Rubius Hagrid. Rowling's seven fantasy novels were previously adapted as eight movies released in theaters from 2001 through 2011. The film series starred Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.
UPI
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Look: Bertie Carvel, Katherine Parkinson join 'Harry Potter' series cast
1 of 3 | Bertie Carvel has joined the cast of the upcoming "Harry Potter" series. The actor will play Cornelius Fudge. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 9 (UPI) -- The Crown actor Bertie Carvel and The IT Crowd alum Katherine Parkinson have joined the cast of HBO's Harry Potter series. Carvel will play Cornelius Fudge from the Ministry of Magic and Parkinson will portray Weasley family matriarch Molly in what is being billed as "a faithful adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter books by author and executive producer J.K. Rowling." The network also announced the casting of several other key roles. Newcomer Lox Pratt has been cast as Draco Malfoy and Johnny Flynn as Draco's father Lucius, while Bel Powley will play Petunia Dursley and Daniel Rigby will take over the role of Vernon Dursley. They join an ensemble that already includes Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. John Lithgow will play Albus Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu will play Severus Snape, Janet McTeer will play Minerva McGonagall and Nick Frost will play Rubius Hagrid. Rowling's seven fantasy novels were previously adapted as eight movies released in theaters from 2001 through 2011. The film series starred Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint. 'Harry Potter' stars welcome new studio tour to Tokyo Left to right, "Harry Potter" stars Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch, Tom Felton and voice Mamoru Miyano attend the pre-opening event for the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter entertainment facility in Tokyo, Japan, on June 15, 2023. Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo
