5-1 Discussion
Identity and The Humanities
For this week’s discussion, I have chosen to discuss the Harry Potter film franchise. When I
think about Harry Potter, I think about my childhood. From an early age, I became immersed in
movies and books to escape my life. I do not remember the first time I watched Harry Potter
because every time I watch, it feels like the first time for me. This film series has always been
my favorite; they are comfort movies. Harry Potter is a series of eight fantasy films based on the
novels by J.K. Rowling. The series follows the journey of a young wizard, Harry Potter, and his
friends, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, as they attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and
Wizardry and battle the dark wizard, Lord Voldemort. This film franchise quickly became my
favorite due to its magical world, relatable characters, mystery, adventure, and impact on the
world. This creative work is interesting to me because of the fun and wonder. The film is full of
spells, magical creatures, and enchanted objects, creating a whimsical and exciting atmosphere.
The series is filled with witty dialogue and humorous situations, often provided by characters
like Ron Weasley and the Weasley twins. The films are full of twists and turns; each movie is
completely different, but they all tie together in the end. No matter how often I watch these films,
I learn something new each time. Those are the reasons that I still get excited over these movies.
The Harry Potter film franchise has a big fandom; we call ourselves
“Potterheads.” This film franchise has a big fandom for many reasons, including the
expansive world created, relatable characters, themes of friendship and bravery, and a
community of belonging. I am a member of a bunch of fan groups for Harry Potter, and
These groups provide me with a sense of bonding and connection with people who share a
Love for the same film franchise as me.