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Journalist James Runcie was granted an incredible documentary opportunity in 2006 -- to film Harry Potter author JK Rowling for the entire year as she worked on the final book of the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
The final documentary is a gem, not just because Rowling is very selective about her public appearances and interviews, but because the film shows fans a side of her that reading a biography or articles about her life cannot begin to convey, including the childhood experiences that have shaped her writing and her emotional reaction to the conclusion of the Harry Potter series.
To be honest, if you're a Potter fan -- and even if you're not -- I can't recommend this documentary highly enough. Whether you've read the series seven times over or think it is pulp trash, there is one thing no one can deny: Rowling has changed the face of book publishing forever.
J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life is split up into five different parts; the first two portions of the documentary are below. I hope you enjoy these as much as I did. Huzzah Harry Potter and huzzah Ms. Rowling!
Part 1 of 5 of J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life:
Part 2 of 5 of J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life:
Go here to watch the remaining three portions of this documentary.
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