Harry Potter Rises From the Ashes, Films Again

Warner Brothers announced Thursday that filming will begin next week for the fifth installment of the Harry Potter film franchise, "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix." While Daniel Radcliffe will reprise his titular role as Harry Potter, and Emma Watson and Rupert Grint will continue playing Hermoine Granger and Ron Weasley, the director's chair will now be manned by David Yates. Also, "Vera Drake" star Imelda Staunton will play the newest Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher at the magical Hogwarts School. The film is expected to open next year. This film follows the progress of the troubled boy wizard Harry Potter, as his struggles against the Dark Lord Voldemort have finally taken their toll on his personality, resulting in a colder, darker Harry Potter.