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Emma Thompson Downplays Harry Potter Role Amid HBO Reboot

8/10/2025

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Emma Thompson Reflects

Emma Thompson, celebrated for her remarkable performances, modestly brushed off her role as Professor Trelawney in the Harry Potter series during a Q&A at the Locarno Film Festival. She referred to it as a minor contribution, saying, "It’s not really an important part of my creative endeavors," despite recognizing the financial rewards. Meanwhile, HBO is set to reboot the beloved franchise.

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Emma Thompson Celebrated

Emma Thompson delighted audiences at the Locarno Film Festival with a funny tale of a surprise call from Donald Trump while filming *Primary Colors*. Reflecting on her career, she humbly downplayed her minor role in *Harry Potter*. Celebrated for her cinematic achievements, Thompson was honored with the prestigious Leopard Club Award.

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Emma Thompson Reflects

Emma Thompson, celebrated for her remarkable performances, modestly brushed off her role as Professor Trelawney in the Harry Potter series during a Q&A at the Locarno Film Festival. She referred to it as a minor contribution, saying, "It’s not really an important part of my creative endeavors," despite recognizing the financial rewards. Meanwhile, HBO is set to reboot the beloved franchise.

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