His Dark Materials (HBO)
Mystical journey through parallel universes, rebellion against tyranny
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About His Dark Materials (HBO)
Released: 2019
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 3 Seasons Available (23 Episodes)
Cast
Dafne Keen, Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy, Lewin Lloyd, James Cosmo, Anne-Marie Duff, Daniel Frogson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Joe Tandberg, Ariyon Bakare, Clarke Peters, Simon Manyonda, Lucian Msamati, Mat Fraser, Ruta Gedmintas, Lia Williams, Morfydd Clark, Amit Shah, Tyler Howitt, Nabil Elouahabi, Geoff Bell, Ian Gelder, Will Keen, Ruby Llewelyn, Martha Bright, Raffiella Chapman, Amma Ris, Omid Djalili, Georgina Campbell, Philip Goldacre, David Langham, Richard Cunningham, Joi Johannsson, Patrick Godfrey, Pasi Antero Remsu, Frank Bourke, Ian Peck, Gary Lewis, Sandra James Young, Asheq Akhtar, Harry Melling, Eva Jazani, Mary Fernandez, Vivien Bridson, Archie Barnes, Amir Wilson, Anne-Marie Duff, Ariyon Bakare, Clarke Peters, Dafne Keen, James Cosmo, James McAvoy, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ruta Gedmintas, Ruth Wilson, Will Keen
About His Dark Materials (HBO)
'His Dark Materials' is an intriguing fantasy television series based on Philip Pullman's novel series of the same title. It was premiered on HBO in 2019. The plot of the series revolves around a brave and intelligent young girl named Lyra, who hails from another world. The story takes a twist when Lyra embarks on a journey to understand a mysterious phenomenon known as Dust. Along the journey, she uncovers dangerous secrets and encounters extraordinary beings.
Making / Production
'His Dark Materials' was developed by BBC One in association with HBO, and Bad Wolf, a British production company. Production saw filming taking place in Wales, the United Kingdom, with some scenes in the Arctic. The visual effects were significant to create an immersive atmosphere and stunning imagery.
Actors
- Dafne Keen as Lyra Belacqua: A fiercely independent young girl, the protagonist of the series who discovers the dark secrets of her world.
- Ruth Wilson as Marisa Coulter: Marisa is a scholar and explorer of the Magisterium, who has a complex relationship with Lyra.
- James McAvoy as Lord Asriel: Asriel, a nobleman and Lyra's uncle, is ambitious and determined with a cause which binds the fate of many worlds.
- Lin-Manuel Miranda as Lee Scoresby: Lee is a charming aeronaut and adventurer from the country of Texas in Lyra's world.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The series is a second adaptation of Pullman's books, following the feature film 'The Golden Compass' released in 2007.
- Ruth Wilson based her performance as Marisa Coulter in part on Marlene Dietrich and Tilda Swinton.
- The armored bears seen in the series were realized through a mix of practical and digital effects.
Awards
'His Dark Materials' has garnered favorable reviews and nominations for awards including a British Academy Television Award and Special Visual Effects Society Awards.
Quotes
- "Every boundary in the universe has a door in it. Open the door and you'll find another universe."
- Lyra Belacqua - "There are things that you're better off not understanding."
- Marisa Coulter
Music and Soundtrack
- The series' compelling and emotive music was composed by Lorne Balfe, invoking a sense of fantasy and wide-eyed wonder.
- Standout tracks such as 'The Alethiometer', 'Armoured Bear', and 'His Dark Materials' further drive the narrative.
About His Dark Materials (HBO)
In His Dark Materials, young Lyra embarks on a magical, perilous journey through parallel universes, guided by a special golden compass.
