Harry Potter : the creature vault : the creatures and plants of the Harry Potter films

Format:

Book (regular print)

Title:

Harry Potter : the creature vault : the creatures and plants of the Harry Potter films

Author:

Revenson, Jody author

ISBN:

9780062374233

Publication:

New York : Harper Design, 2014.

Physical Description:

206 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm + 1 poster (31 x 46 cm)

General Note:

"An Insight Editions Book."

Contents:

Forest dwellers -- Lake dwellers -- Sky dwellers -- Trespassers -- Shape-shifters -- The working world -- Dark forces -- Companions -- The greenhouse.

Summary:

Provides background information on the design and development of the monsters, mythical animals, imaginary plants, and other fantasy beings featured in the Harry Potter films, including details on makeup, special effects, and animal performers.

"Dementors and House-elves, merpeople and Chinese Fireball Dragons, these are just a few of the magical creatures and frightening monsters populating J.K. Rowling's wizarding world. Harry Potter: The Creature Vault is a fascinating look at how this menagerie was brought to life for the blockbuster Harry Potter film series. Detailed profiles of each creature include rare concept illustrations, behind-the-scenes photography, and filmmaking secrets from the Warner Bros. archive. A removable poster picturing each of the creatures and an interactive Eeylops Owl Emporium catalog complete this must-have package."--Page 4 of cover

The creatures and beasts that populate the Harry Potter films are funny, majestic, chilling, and loving. Discover how they were brought to life, using time-honored techniques and new practical and digital methods.

Personal Subject:

Potter, Harry (Fictitious character)-Miscellanea.

Rowling, J. K.-Characters.

Potter, Harry (Fictitious character) (OCoLC)fst01073565

Rowling, J. K. (OCoLC)fst00401675

Subject(s):

Harry Potter films -- Miscellanea.

Fantasy films.

Harry Potter films -- Miscellanea

Genre:

Fantasy films.

Trivia and miscellanea.

Holds:

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Library	Call Number	Status
Searching... Silver Falls Library	791.45 REVENSON	Searching... Unknown
Searching... Newberg Public Library	791.4376 HARRY	Searching... Unknown
Searching... Woodburn Public Library	791.4375 Revenson 2014	Searching... Unknown

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Dementors and House-elves, merpeople and Chinese Fireball Dragons--these are just a few of the magical creatures and frightening monsters populating J. K. Rowling's wizarding world. Harry Potter: The Creature Vault is a fascinating look at how this menagerie was brought to life for the blockbuster Harry Potter film series. Detailed profiles of each creature include rare concept illustrations, behind-the-scenes photography, and filmmaking secrets from the Warner Bros. archive. A removable poster picturing each of the creatures and an interactive Eeylops Owl Emporium catalog complete this must-have package.

Reviews (2)

Booklist Review

Will the craze never end? Three years after the release of the last Potter movie comes this guide to magical creatures, similar in theme to J. K. Rowling's 2001 companion, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. This latest supplement, however, is for the movie lovers. Rowling herself had no involvement, and there's no real new information from the Wizarding World, but readers are treated to an in-depth look at the creation of various creatures for the films. Split into type (Forest-Dwellers, Shape-Shifters, The Working World, etc.) and including stills from the films as well as original concept art, the guide provides some textual backstory on creatures as well as a comprehensive look at how each was adapted for the screen. This is beautifully put together, and some of the original images (thestrals; the depiction of Nagini the snake exiting a victim's mouth) are downright terrifying. Perfect for film buffs and anyone else still not ready to leave the world of Harry Potter.--Reagan, Maggie Copyright 2014 Booklist

Library Journal Review

The magic behind the Harry Potter films is lavishly detailed in Revenson's gorgeous tome. Each section focuses on a theme: these include commonplace animals, such as cats and frogs; mythical creatures, such as mermaids and werewolves; and objects invented by author J.K. Rowling, such as the dirigible plum. Revenson provides a brief description of their places within the Wizarding World and takes readers from the adapting of Rowling's original books to the finished product on screen. Both casual fans and bona fide Potterheads will enjoy this accessible title that is littered with fast facts and quotes from Rowling's works. The concept art makes the book a true treasure; stunningly drawn by the filmmakers, these illustrations could just as easily be displayed as mature Potter fanatic's beloved memorabilia. Includes a bestiary poster and owl photo cards. VERDICT Visually stimulating and comprehensive, this volume is a much welcome addition to the Potter collection. Those who are already employed, or who dream of working in art departments may also find inspiration in the beautiful illustrations. Kate DiGirolomo, Library Journal (c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.