HARRY Potter will not be the only one working his magic on the silver screen when the pint-sized hero's fourth adventure lands at local cinemas Friday, reports Jim Smith.
For behind the camera, Kendal's very own movie wizard, Nick Dudman, has played an important role in bringing to life Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Nick, whose business, Pigs Might Fly, is based at Fleece Inn Yard, worked as creature and make-up effects supervisor on the eagerly-awaited new blockbuster, which has earned rave reviews from the critics.
Directed by Mike Newell, The Goblet of Fire sees Harry Potter confront his nemesis, Lord Voldemort, for the first time, while other new characters include the latest Defence Against The Dark Arts teacher, Professor Mad Eye Moody.
Moody's piercing blue mechanical eye was created for the production by Nick Dudman and visual effects supervisor Jimmy Mitchell.
Mr Dudman and special effects supervisor John Richardson also designed and built a "practical dragon" a 40-foot long animatronic beast equipped with a fully operational flamethrower. Go to News - Kendal for the full story...and What's On for cinema details and film reviews.
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