Harry Potter Theory

Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today I've got something..a little bit different for you. Rather than delve in to the spells and curses from the Harry Potter universe that most of us already know so well, I thought I'd cross the barrier in to a whole other world of magic- magic that's been right in front of us for thousands of years.This video marks the first in a series where I'll be highlighting magic from the REAL world- taking a closer look at spells, curses and enchantments from civilizations all around the globe.-Starting today, join me as we embark on a captivating journey to the land of the Nile, where the ancient Egyptian civilization flourished with its enigmatic and mystical practices. Here, we'll dive in to the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian magic, exploring the spells, curses, and rituals that played an integral role in the lives of these remarkable people.From the grand pyramids to the mysterious Sphinx, the ancient Egyptians were masters of harnessing the powers of the universe, intertwining their daily lives with the mystical forces that surrounded them. Through the use of sacred texts, intricate rituals, and powerful incantations, they sought to communicate with the gods, protect their people, and ensure their passage into the afterlife.Without further ado, let us embark on this enthralling expedition into the magical realm of ancient Egypt and uncover the mysteries that have captivated the world for millennia. I also happen to have quite an intriguing (and relatively unknown) piece of information about ancient Egyptian civilization within the Harry Potter universe- so keep an eye out for that as well.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23 Juni 202315min

Hey everyone, Welcome to another instalment of Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing ten more of the darkest moments of the Harry Potter series that were left OUT of the films. DARK Moments that never made it on to the silver screen.If you haven't watched Part 1 of this series, go and check it out afterwards:Top 10 Darkest Moments LEFT OUT of the Films.Now, onto today's picks for darkest moments that never made it from page to screen...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

21 Juni 202314min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the founding of ILVERMORNY school- North America's answer to Hogwarts. I'll be kicking things off by discussing the story of its founder, Isolt Sayre, then segueing into the FOUNDING of the school. Following that, I'll be breaking down the minutiae of EVERYTHING that we know about Ilvermorny- from it's own unique house system, to the school's grounds, to it's curriculum and MORE.Without further ado, I present to you the tale of Isolt Sayre and Ilvermorny school.-Isolt Sayre was an Irish witch born sometime around the year 1603 who spent most of her early childhood in the valley of Coomloughra, County Kerry.-Isolt came from two pure-blood wizarding families, the Sayres and the Gaunts. Her father was William Sayre, and her mother was Rionach Gaunt who came from the house of Gaunt. You may recognize the name Gaunt, and that's because it's the same family that Voldemort comes from - descendants of Salazar Slytherin himself.Isolt had an idyllic childhood. Her family lived in the beautiful countryside, everyone was happy and healthy, and her parents had a good relationship with their muggle neighbours. It has been expressed that Rionach and William would help their Muggle neighbours with magical cures for humans and livestock whenever possible. However, this idyllic life didn't last forever, as when she was five years old both of her parents died during an attack on the family home.Isolt was 'rescued' from the fire by her mother's estranged sister, Gormlaith Gaunt, and Isolt was taken to the neighbouring valley of Coomcallee, or 'Hag's Glen', where she was raised from then on.-However, as Isolt grew older she came to the realization that her aunt wasn't her saviour, she was in fact the murderer of her parents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

19 Juni 202320min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing five of the DARKEST Harry Potter theories out there- diving into the mysterious and shadowy corners of the Wizarding World.Prepare to have your mind blown and your perception of Hogwarts forever changed. These chilling speculations will send shivers down your spine and may even make you question everything you thought you knew about Harry's magical universe. So, grab your wands, and let's embark on this spine-tingling journey together!Let's get started.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

17 Juni 20238min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be ranking MY favourite Harry Potter movies from BEST to WORST. I think one point of distinction that needs to be made right away here is that these are NOT reflective of my BOOK rankings.-Over the course of a decade, the beloved book series was adapted into eight spellbinding films, captivating audiences worldwide and bringing the Wizarding World to life on the big screen. However, In the process of adapting the complex and intricate world of the books into a more visually-driven medium, many aspects of the books were omitted. Because the films are a 'less complete' package, and because of filmmakers' decisions to prioritize certain scenes over others, they make for quite a different experience- each possessing their own unique charms and quirks. The best way to describe the films would be a 'diluted' version of the books. HOWEVER, with that said, I'm still a HUGE fan of the Harry Potter films (yes all of them), and I have many positive comments about the way that each film was constructed. As we dive into this cinematic realm, we'll explore the highs and lows of each movie, taking into account the storytelling, visual effects, and the ways in which they either stayed true to or deviated from the original source material.I'll try my best to rationalize WHY I ranked them the way that I did, but forgive me if in some instances I'm unable to articulate myself properly and limited to explaining things with just a 'feeling'. I know that a LOT of you are going to deviate from my choices here, so before we get started be sure to comment YOUR best to worst in the comment section down below.Let's dive in.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Juni 202314min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the Wizarding Afterlife- taking a closer look at what exactly happens to witches and wizards when they die.The line between the living and the dead is unquestionably a blurry one in Harry Potter. This is reinforced by the prevalence of beings that skirt these two planes of existence- Ghosts and Dementors are some of the first that come to mind.And with these blurred lines, the topic of death (which is also a key thematic element in Harry Potter) becomes even more alluring.In fact, one of the main messages of the Harry Potter books is that death is NOT absolute. It's also reinforced that it's not anything we should be worrying about.We're continually reminded that death is simply a part of LIFE, and that rather than obsessing over it we should instead shift our focus on seeking love and friendship- enjoying the time that we do have.Voldemort infamously tried to evade death - which is why his name is aptly derived from the french 'vol-de-mort' meaning 'flight of death'.But the lesson the books teach surrounding the inevitability of death is one that never quite resonated with our immortality-obsessed antagonist. Rather than embrace life at it's own pace, Voldemort devised all sorts of plans to achieve the ever-elusive goal of immortality.-On a side note- there are actually FIVE methods of achieving immortality in Harry Potter. If you're curious about them, check out my video 'all 5 methods of immortality in Harry Potter'.So life and death have blurred lines- but what exactly does that mean? What happens to a witch or wizard when they die? Why do some become ghosts? Is there an AFTERLIFE?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 Juni 202310min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing ten of the most controversial opinions about the Harry Potter series. These, of course, are opinions in which fans have long since battled over since the release of the novels, throughout the making of the films, and now more than ten years later.And since I love a good debate, let's get to it...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11 Juni 20238min

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be comparing book with film. Specifically, we're going to be taking a look at the deaths of 15 Harry Potter characters and HOW these deaths were portrayed differently on the silver screen. We'll also be diving in to the implications for portraying these deaths differently.-When adapting a beloved book series to the big screen, filmmakers face the daunting task of translating the rich, intricate world of the source material into a visual medium, and Harry Potter is no exception.-With its complex characters, intricate plotlines, and magical elements, capturing the essence of the books while keeping the films engaging and accessible for a wide audience is a challenge.-The portrayals of character deaths, which often carry deep emotional weight and thematic significance, are not excluded from these challenges. Today we'll explore notable differences between the deaths of characters in the Harry Potter books and their film adaptations, discussing the impact of these changes on the story and the characters involved.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

9 Juni 202312min