"Transgender women are women. Any statement to the contrary erases the identity and dignity of transgender people and goes against all advice given by professional health care associations..."

"... who have far more expertise on this subject matter than either [Rowling] or I," writes Daniel Radcliffe — the actor who played Rowling's character Harry Potter — distancing himself from the elaborate essay J.K. Rowling published yesterday.

Radcliffe's statement is fascinating, because it stands so clearly apart from any interest in pursuing truth. The statement has 3 parts:

1. "Transgender women are women." This is a slogan, as simple and absolute as you can get. You could say it more elaborately: In my book, in my way of living, the word "women" will always be understood to include transgender women. To put it like that would be to make it more obvious that Radcliffe is actively involved in creating the culture that he wants to become pervasive, but to stick to the simple form, the slogan, is to perform creatively. It is effective. Daniel Radcliffe communicates that this is what we, the good people, are saying.

Part 2:  "Any statement to the contrary erases the identity and dignity of transgender people." This is a warning. Failure to get inside the performance of the idea that we are making pervasive within the culture is hurting people. Don't say anything inconsistent with "Transgender women are women" or you are doing something harmful. You might imagine that it's worthwhile to speak openly about many different ideas or that searching for "the truth" is healthy and valuable, but you're doing damage along the way, and you shouldn't want that. Daniel Radcliffe doesn't want to hurt people.

Part 3:  "Any statement to the contrary... goes against all advice given by professional health care associations who have far more expertise on this subject matter than either [Rowling] or I." There are experts, but they're not offering expertise on the subject of whether "Transgender women are women." That's beside the point. The expertise is on the subject of what will be helpful for people who have a health care issue, and these experts are saying that what we ought to do is manifest belief that "Transgender women are women." All other forms of expression are in defiance of the advice about what needs to be done to be helpful to people with a health care issue, and Daniel Radcliffe doesn't want to be that sort of person. He wants you to know that.

Emma Watson N-U-D-E posed with Daniel Radcliffe

Emma Watson N-U-D-E posed with Daniel Radcliffe

Actors Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson who play Harry Potter and Hermione Granger in the movie adaptation of author JK Rowling's eminently popular children's book series have stunned fans and parents alike by apparently posing in a tasteful N-U-D-E photo spread. Radcliffe had done so in order to promote his upcoming appearance in an onstage production of Equus. Watson apparently joined him in the photo spread as a show of support, although she does not appear in the production.

Other members of the cast of the phenomenally popular Harry Potter movie series have expressed their support for Radcliffe, and are said to be considering  N-U-D-E photo spreads as well. Maggie Smith and Alan Rickman who play professors Minerva McGonagle and Severus Snape will likely be the next to pose provided negotiations are concluded to their liking. Rupert Grint, who plays Ron Weasley is rumored to be upset over Radcliffe and Watson's actions and said to be a holdout at this point.

Radcliffe's publicist was unapologetic to critics who condemned the actor's decision to appear N-U-D-E onstage and in the photo spread. "This is strictly a career move for Daniel," he said. "He's getting older and he really doesn't want to be trapped in the role of Harry Potter for the rest of his life. He felt that he also needed to make a statement in regard to what he feels is the rubbish of public attitudes towards nud!ty."

Thus far the response from diehard fans has been overwhelmingly positive. "Things are going to be different from now on," said 16-year-old Radcliffe fan Fawn Overheim.

Dr. James Dobson of the "Focus on the Family" Institute expressed his organization's outrage at what they considered outright p0rn0graphy. "We've been trying to warn people about this whole book series for years," stated Dobson. "People should come to expect this from Satanic worship. I feel for this young man and woman who have now become ruined by this, and to say nothing of the small children that they have disappointed and influenced. It's frightening that children will now have to consider nudi!y and sexual!ty as something healthy."

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Review, Harry Potter Review

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Review, Harry Potter Review

Harry Potter v/s Twilight... which one's more superior in terms of content? Whose characters are more popular? The ongoing debate has only gained momentum in the wake of the release of Harry Potter's most awaited seventh and final instalment. If you loved either of the franchises, or both or neither and failed to wonder why they are even being compared, watch out the latest Potter film to get the answer.

Harry Potter is no longer just the bespectacled kiddo wizard he used to be. He looks suave, acts mature and turns on that 'brooding sex appeal' good enough to compete with heartthrob Edward Cullen! Eat your heart out Robert Pattinson, for your Goblet of Fire co-star establishes himself as the new sex symbol in the Deathly Hallows. Radcliffe thinks fast, moves faster and does it all in style!

Way better than the ever mumbling Bella (Kristen Stewart) is teen sensation Emma Watson who brilliantly reprises her character. As Hermione, Watson continues to juggle between protecting Potter and hiding her hesitance to reveal her love for Ron. Like Bella, Hermione too will have to choose between Ron and Harry, tough choice to make.

Playing a possessive boyfriend is Ron (Rupert) who gets jealousy pangs throughout as he finally concludes and accepts his romantic affection for Hermione. But will the two bantering 'best friends' finally kiss and makeup in the final chapter?

With Dumbledore dead, the dark forces seize the control of the ministry of magic and Hogwarts, making the Wizarding world a dangerous place to survive.

Harry Potter will now have to do the impossible. Potter will have to kill the mighty Lord Voldemort which can only happen once he destroys his Horcruxes—the keys to Voldemort's immortality.

Harry, Hermione and Ron will have to leave their families and homes to set out on the perilous mission. The film then captures the trio's quest for the horcruxes, while they play hide n seek with death and Voldemort's dark forces. While looking for the horcruxes, Harry uncovers an old tale—the legend of the Deathly Hallows and if the legend turns out to be true, it could give Voldemort the ultimate power he seeks.

How Harry Potter, 'the chosen one' goes about doing what he is destined to do is what the film is all about... the beginning of the final chapter of Rowling's best selling books, Harry's ultimate fight with Voldemort.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I sees the most mature performances by its lead cast. With the most deadly task at hand, the 20 year olds' performances resonate the plight of youngsters standing on the threshold of adulthood.

There is no room for mistakes or misunderstandings. Harry will now have to set aside everything including his love for Ginny Weasley and use all his possible magic, mad bravery and mind to destroy the mightiest Lord Voldemort which seems a nearly impossible task.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is a thrilling roller coaster ride which forces you to read between the lines to get to the climax. Layer by layer the filmmaker very beautifully drops hints as he unveils the mystery slowly and steadily leaving you satiated yet desperately anticipating the second and final chapter of Deathly Hallows.

As the film progresses you too start solving the jigsaw puzzle. The plot is racy, characters arresting, action scenes thrilling and cinematography chilling. The twists and turns, suspense quotient, drama and fun elements all co-exist making it one of the most gripping Harry Potter films.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I meets all the expectations you had from the most awaited final chapter of the Potter films.

Harry, the hottie is worth all the hype! The wizard casts his magic spell and how! Watch it!

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Trailer

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Trailer
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Trailer

Rating:4.5/5
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson
Direction: David Yates
Genre: Adventure
Duration: 2 hours 25 minutes

As the end of Harry Potter is near the last and final movie is getting better and has much more exciting and moving scenes as Harry races against time and evil to destroy the Horcruxes.

He discovers the existence of three powerful objects in the Wizarding world in Harry Potter The Deathly Hallows Part I epic finale. The Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 is set for release date, on July 15, 2011.

Part 2 Plot summary “The end begins as Harry, Ron, and Hermione go back to Hogwarts to find and destroy Voldemorts final horcruxes, but when Voldemort finds out about their mission, the biggest battle begins and life as they know it will never be the same again.”

The epic fantasy film directed by David Yates, written by Steve Kloves and based on the novel of the same name by J. K. Rowling. The Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part I was premiered in London and stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and other cast members walked on the red carpet for the world premiere of the first part of the last instalment in the Harry Potter series.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Trailer