Harry Potter Casting Sparks Online Backlash Against Child Actors

The recent casting announcement for HBO's Harry Potter television series has sparked a wave of online negativity towards the child actors selected for the lead roles. Many adults have voiced their disapproval on social media platforms like Twitter, expressing their opinions in a harsh and often cruel manner. One social media user, Andrew DeVitre (@thetvandmoviequeen), created a video expressing their concern over this online bullying. "Grown adults being cruel about kids HP casting… WOW", DeVitre stated in their video. DeVitre contrasts this negativity with the overwhelmingly positive response to the original cast announcement in 2000, a time before the prevalence of social media. The video showcases images of the new and original casts, emphasizing the unfair criticism directed at the young actors. Despite the negative comments, the author celebrates the talent and success of the new cast, highlighting the incredible opportunity they've earned. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible online behavior and the need for greater empathy and support for young performers navigating the public eye.