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Controversy Clouds HBO's Harry Potter Series: Race Swap and Industry Backlash
The highly anticipated HBO Harry Potter series is facing significant controversy even before its official release. Central to the uproar is the casting decision to include Papa Esadu as the new Professor Seis Snape—a glaring race swap that has ignited debate across social media and among fans. Critics argue that changing Snape's race from the canonical description has not only upset traditional fans but also opened a broader conversation about representation and political correctness in Hollywood adaptations.