Not so wizard: Harry Potter studio fuming after footage from Deathly Hallows finds its way on to the Internet

By Daily Mail Reporter



Stolen magic: Warner Bros are investigating how Harry Potter's latest outing came to be online


An inquiry has been launched after footage from the new Harry Potter film, Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 1, was leaked online.

Warner Bros, who produces the blockbuster franchise, has confirmed that it is investigating how 36 minutes of the film, which is released in cinemas on Friday, found its way on to the Internet on Tuesday night.

The studio said in a statement that they were working to remove all copies of the footage which was made available via file sharing sites.

'A portion of 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1' was stolen and illegally posted on the internet,' the company said.

'This constitutes a serious breach of copyright violation and theft of Warner Bros. property. We are working actively to restrict and/or remove copies that may be available.

'Also, we are vigorously investigating this matter and will prosecute those involved to the full extent of the law.'


Not a stunt: industry insiders have dismissed claims the leak was a deliberate ploy to gain publicity


Industry insiders have dismissed suggestions that the leak may have been a deliberate tactic in order to generate more media coverage for Potter's latest adventure.

'It's not as if the film needs more publicity,' one source told the Mirror.

It is not the first time that this has happened to a blockbuster film ahead of its release date.


The magic's back: the stars of the Harry Potter franchise attended the world premiere in London last week


In 2009, a full-length copy of X-Men Origins: Wolverine was leaked on to the Internet a month before it was due in cinemas.

However, it made no difference to the success of the film, which made nearly $90m in the US alone in its first weekend on release.

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part I is the penultimate screen outing for JK Rowling's boy wizard, played by Daniel Radcliffe.

It is based on the first half of the final book in the best-selling series, with part 2 - which brings the saga to a close - due for cinema release next summer.

The film had its world premiere in London last week, with massive crowds turning out to catch a glimpse of Radcliffe, and co-stars Rupert Grint and Emma Watson on the red carpet.


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A shower scene with Angelina Jolie? In your dreams Johnny Depp, says jealous partner

By SHARON CHURCHER

Too close for comfort: Johnny Depp with Angelina Jolie in The Tourist


Featuring Angelina Jolie in a naked embrace with Johnny Depp, it was expected to be the steamy highlight of new crime thriller The Tourist.

But it appears that Depp’s long-time girlfriend Vanessa Paradis has won a battle to axe the sexually explicit scene, in which the A-list pair were to writhe together in a shower.

French singer Paradis, 37, who has two children by the actor, was so distressed over the script’s passionate theme that she begged Depp to pull out of the project, according to a Hollywood source.

‘She put pressure on Johnny and finally he said he wanted the shower scene out,’ the source told The Mail on Sunday. ‘He told the producers it cheapened the movie and I am assured that his wishes are being honoured.’

According to a copy of the script leaked to New York celebrity magazine Life & Style, Depp, 47, plays American tourist Frank Taylor who seduces Interpol agent Cara Mason, played by Jolie, 35.

The script says that after walking into the shower, Taylor ‘lifts Cara against the glass, clutching at her slithery body, kissing her frantically.


Explicit: Vanessa Paradis was so distressed about the film's scene, she pleaded with Depp to pull out of the project


‘Cara later turns abruptly to Frank and presses her body against his. He’s taken by surprise but willingly responds. . . wrapping his arms around her.’

After learning of the scene, Paradis ‘wanted him right out of the production’, the source said.

'Angelina comes with a reputation. She stole Brad Pitt from Jennifer Aniston when they were shooting Mr & Mrs Smith together.’


Co-stars: Angelina and Johnny in a romantic scene from The Tourist


Depp, who has lived with Paradis for 12 years, resisted her pleas. ‘But he gave in over the shower scene,’ the insider said.

‘It would have been highly embarrassing for Vanessa. When Angelina learned he wanted it out, she wanted Johnny to reconsider, but he got his way.’

A spokesman for Depp did not respond to a request for comment. A spokesman for producers Sony Pictures said: ‘I have not heard that the scene was cut. I will have to look into it.’

The Tourist is due for release in America next month.


Action film: The movie was filmed on location in Paris and Venice





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Awkward much? But Taylor Lautner and Lily Collins remain professional to reunite for London Abduction premiere soon after split

By GEORGINA LITTLEJOHN

Professionals: Despite reports they had split up almost two weeks ago, Taylor Lautner and Lily Collins looked relaxed in each other's company as they posed for pictures at the European premiere of their film Abduction

Their short-lived romance was over before it had begun but there was a still a frosty atmosphere between them noted by others.

But last night, Taylor Lautner and Lily Collins put their off-screen drama behind them as they reunited for the European premiere of their new film Abduction in London.

There was certainly no suggestion of any animosity between them as they posed with their arms around each other at the screening which took place at the IMAX cinema in Waterloo.


Had enough now, Lily? The young actress - the daughter of legendary singer Phil Collins - looked ready to break away from her ex as they posed for more pictures inside the cinema

The pair led the red carpet celebrities at the premiere of the film, which tells the story of teenager Nathan Harper, played by Lautner, who finds out that his parents are not really his.

He makes the discovery when he sees his baby picture on a missing persons website shown to him by his neighbour and longtime crush Karen Lowell, played by Collins.


In the spotlight: Lily looked as though she was getting used to the attention at the screening of the film, her third big screen venture

The actress, 22, who is the daughter of legendary singer Phil Collins, looked very much like a rock chick at the bash in a short black dress that was adorned with studded leather strips which she teamed with towering black peep-toed heels.

And she looked as though she was getting used to the red carpet attention as she posed for the cameras, with this film being her third big screen venture.


Young hunk: Taylor broke away from Lily to pose for pictures on his own, as fans screamed his name behind him


Thanks for coming! Taylor waves at his legion of adorning fans

Mail Online managed to grab Collins very briefly on the rain-soaked red carpet and when asked if she had any musical ambitions like her dad, she said: 'I love to sing but I prefer to act'

Taylor looked very smart and sexy in his black suit and white T-shirt, which delighted the hundreds of fans that had waited in the rain to see the Twilight star.


Get back please! The heavies were on standby to control the screaming fans that had waited to meet Taylor


Universal appeal: IT wasn't just the girls itching to get close to Taylor, as one male fan clambered over them to get to the star

They screamed his name and pushed to get autographs and their photo taken with the young hunk, who built up a huge fan following because of his role as Jacob in the Twilight series.

And he was only to happy to oblige as he ignored the drizzle and stopped to talk to fans, many of whom had pressed up against the IMAX windows to catch a glimpse of their pin-up.


That's one for the album! Two delighted fans snap their picture with the star with one of them checking to make sure it came out OK


Careful you don't break that! Fans push themselves up against the IMAX windows in an attempt to catch a glimpse of their pin-up

He and Lily are believed to have got together during filming but a few days ago, US Weekly reported they called it quits just one week before the September 15 premiere in the U.S.

But according to sources, the pair couldn't be amicable towards each other and things were rather frosty between them at the after-party.

One said: 'It was a clean break that Taylor initiated. At the Abduction party, it was awkward. They barely said a word to one another.'


Rain, rain go away: Two members of staff attempt to brush water off the sodden red carpet ahead of the stars' arrival...


... but guest Leigh Francis didn't let the rain bother him as he used his bag for protection as he arrived

Although it's been reported that the two actually engaged in a real-life romance, neither Taylor, Lily nor their reps have actually confirmed the claim.
Abduction is released in the UK on Wednesday September 28.





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Stop thief! Oh, it's just Britney... Singer turns armed robber in her new video brandishing a pistol and hiding behind a balaclava

By MARCUS BARNES

Criminal activity: Britney Spears is spotted shooting her new music video Criminal in London today

She was raised in Louisiana so there's plenty of cowboy ancestry for Britney Spears to draw from in her latest music video role.

The superstar singer, 29, is shooting the new promo in London taking on the guise of an armed robber.

Britney is currently in the capital ahead of her huge sell out shows across Europe and, of course, at the O2 Arena in late October.


Fighting fit: The superstar singer showed off her fantastic toned figure in a tiny pair of shorts for the armed heist

In one scene, shot at the town hall in Stoke Newington, north London, Britney throws on a balaclava to play a seductive robber.

Wearing a black leather biker jacket, a white vest with a countryside image across the front, and a tiny pair of black shorts, she certainly made for an raunchy take on the armed robber image.
She was pictured exiting the town hall at speed, gun in hand, presumably to make a quick escape and not because London's trusty boys in blue are hot on her heels.


It's a cover up: The singer slips on a balaclava just before she enters the town hall


Careful with the trigger: Britney slides her pistol into her jeans

Britney is seen in other scenes wearing tight jeans rather than a skirt as she brandishes a pistol at a shop.
In one shot she appears to be pointing the weapon at the shopkeeper, while other shots show her making haste from the store with her boyfriend, and accomplice in the video, Jason Trawick.
Jason looks just as suspicious as his girlfriend, dressing down in a grey beanie hat, checked shirt, greys jeans and worker boots - topped off with a pair of sunshades to complete his 'dodgy' look.



And they're off!: Britney and Jason make a dash for it after pulling off the heist...


Swagger jagger: the duo head for their getaway car with their swag bags full of gooides

The couple looked to be having a riot shooting the scenes both of them beaming with delight as they exited the shop, Jason amusingly carrying a shopping basket as he followed his girlfriend out of the store.
Britney announced she would be shooting her video in London last week, just before she landed on Thursday.
She wrote last week: 'So excited to stop over in the UK before I start my European tour in a few weeks. Can't wait! I LOVE London, it's like my second home.


Give me all your Hubba-Bubba now!: Britney holds up the newsagents at gunpoint


Run for it!: The singer and her boyfriend Jason Trawick play a modern-day Bonnie & Clyde in the video

'Decided to shoot the Criminal video in the streets of merry old England when I get there...'
BreatheHeavy.com report that the video will feature Britney playing the long-suffering girlfriend of a dangerous bad boy.
Their information has that the film will start with the couple attending a lavish event before the trouble-causing lover starts a fight.


Get to the car!: The singer appears relaxed while Jason is still scrambling to get away


Basket case: Britney's boyfriend plays her bad boy lover - his shopping basket contains wads of money among other items


Bullet for my valentine: The couple seemed to be having a great time during the video shooting consistently smiling throughout

A character referred to as Jason - just like the singer's boyfriend - comes along and breaks up the fight, and starts fighting the dastardly lothario.
Jason sweeps Britney off her feet, then the two embark on what seems to be a Bonnie and Clyde-style crime spree.
It will reunite Britney with her I Wanna Go director, Chris Marrs Piliero.


Put your foot on it!: Britney gets into a waiting car to make a speedy getaway


Preparing for assault: Britney Spears is seen with crew members on the set of her new video for Criminal which is being filmed in Stoke Newington, London


All eyes on me: Britney's appearance drew a relatively small crowd, obviously unaware of who was in theit local shop


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First look at a pregnant and dying Bella in brand new Breaking Dawn footage

By Andrea Magrath


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Expecting: The brand new extended trailer for Breaking Dawn reveals Kristen Stewart as Bella with her baby bump


Previously unseen footage of a pregnant and dying Bella Swan has finally been revealed to Twilight fans.

An extended theatrical trailer for Breaking Dawn: Part 1 was released today with the scenes of sickly, frail Bella (Kristen Stewart) fighting for her life and her baby.

The dramatic two and a half minute trailer from the movie, the fourth in the series based on the books by Stephenie Meyer, opens with Bella trying to calm her nerves before walking down the aisle.


Dying: The newlywed is shown for the first time in her frail state
Clutching her father Charlie's arm, she says, 'Just don't let me fall Dad.'


She says her vows with Edward (Robert Pattinson) in a breathtaking setting, with the Cullen family proudly looking on.

Bella's happiness is interrupted as a dishevelled and distraught Jacob arrives to say his final goodbye before Bella leaves as a married woman - soon to be transformed into a vampire.

Heartbreak: Bella is told that her heart will give out before she can deliver her baby

The end? In the trailer, fans see Bella collapse with her husband rushing to catch her


The best friends are seen dancing alone in the dark as heartbroken Jacob tells her: 'This is how I'll remember you - pink cheeks, heartbeat. You'd think I'd be used to telling you goodbye by now.'

A brief glimpse of the newlyweds' blissful honeymoon and wedding night is shown.

Edward's strength breaks the bed frame in the throes of passion; he tells his wife the next morning that 'last night was the best night of my existence'.


Before baby: Earlier, Bella's nerves show as she prepares to walk down the aisle on her wedding day

Breathtaking: The scene is set for the romantic nuptials


Happiest day: Edward can't hide his joy as he watches his bride walk down the aisle


But their honeymoon period is short lived when they discover Bella is pregnant with a half human, half vampire baby.

Bella's health rapidly deteriorates and she is shown looking deathly pale and thin as Dr Cullen informs her that her heart will give out before she can deliver her child.

As Bella fights to protect her baby and live long enough to deliver it healthily, the wolves hear of the unborn child and decide it is a threat.


Family united: The Cullens proudly watch as Edward and Bella say their vows


One last dance: A distraught Jacob arrives at the wedding to say his goodbyes to Bella

Paradise: Edward sweeps Bella away to their own private island for their honeymoon


Pack leader Sam is shown telling them: 'We don't know what they've bred, we have to protect the tribe before it's too late.'

Jacob defects to warn the Cullens that a war is coming for them. 'Bella will be slaughtered,' he tells them.

The nail-biting preview ends with Bella collapsing, and Edward and Jacob rushing to save her life and deliver the baby.


Bliss: Bella awakes after her wedding night in a cloud of feathers


Distraught: Bella's father Charlie is told his daughter is dying


War: With Bella's unborn child an unknown threat, the wolves decide she must be killed in order to protect their tribe




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Catwoman Anne Hathaway goes from leather to ladylike on the set of The Dark Knight Rises

By ANDREA MAGRATH

Ladylike: Anne Hathaway is pictured on the Dark Knight Rises set in LA today in character as Selina Kyle

Catwoman's alter ego Selina Kyle is typically portrayed as a petty thief.

But it appears as though the character may be moving on up for Anne Hathaway's portrayal of her in The Dark Knight Rises.

The actress was pictured on the Los Angeles set of the film today looking very prim and proper.

The 28-year-old's ladylike appearance is a far cry from the publicity still released by Warner Bros last month showing Anne in a leather catsuit riding her motorbike.

Hathaway filmed scenes today dressed in a black dress and cropped jacket, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat and heels.

Anne wore a perfect pout of red lipstick and wore prim pearl earrings.


Prim: Hathaway's Selina looks far removed from the petty thief of the DC Comics


While she waited in between takes, the actress removed her jacket to stay cool in the sweltering LA heat, which hit 89F today.

When director Christopher Nolan yelled 'action,' Anne wheeled her suitcase and handbag to the curb and hailed a yellow taxi.

Christian Bale was also spotted on set negotiating traffic. Bale, dressed in a black suit, weaved his way in and out of cars on a busy street.


Hard day's work: The 28-year-old filmed a scene where she hails a cab on the LA set


Alter ego: Anne's prim appearance is a far cry from her leather catsuit as Catwoman


The actor, who stars as Batman in the film franchise, was seen getting his make-up touched up in between scenes.

Filming moved to California this week from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Little is known about the storyline for this film, which co-stars Marion Cotillard and Joseph Gordon-Levitt and sees Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine also reprise their roles.


Down town: Christian Bale was also spotted weaving through the traffic on set


Night shoot: Anne was pictured filming in a winter set-up in LA earlier this week


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