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Harry Potter's Great British Thespians

Part of the film series' charm is the ensemble cast of luminary British actors and actresses. From Michael Gambon's Dumbledore to Ralph Fiennes' Voldemort, they've cast a lingering spell on audiences around the world

by Richard Corliss

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