A Real Flying Car
The production used multiple Ford Anglia vehicles for the flying-car sequences, including versions modified for stunts and special effects.
Movie
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Cars fly, trees fight back, and a mysterious house-elf comes to warn Harry Potter at the start of his second year at Hogwarts. Adventure and danger await when bloody writing on a wall announces: The Chamber Of Secrets Has Been Opened. To save Hogwarts will require all of Harry, Ron and Hermione's magical abilities and courage.
Why it's in the Vault
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets deepens the magic of Hogwarts while introducing a darker, more mysterious side to the wizarding world. Chris Columbus preserves the warmth, wonder and playful charm of the first adventure, but transforms the school into a place of whispered warnings, forbidden corridors and ancient secrets. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson bring an increasingly natural chemistry to the central trio, while the arrival of Dobby, Gilderoy Lockhart and new magical creatures expands an already enchanting universe. The film balances childhood adventure with genuinely unsettling moments, creating an atmosphere that is at once comforting, thrilling and deliciously gothic. Its elaborate sets, memorable creatures and sweeping musical themes make Hogwarts feel more tangible than ever. A wonderfully immersive fantasy that captures the excitement of returning to a beloved world while discovering that its mysteries run far deeper than expected.
— Matty, Curator of the Vault
Atmosphere
Magical, mysterious, gothic, adventurous, nostalgic
Magical wonder
Gothic mystery
Adventure
Childhood nostalgia
Contains fantasy violence, frightening creatures, giant spiders, snakes, supernatural threats, scenes of peril and themes of prejudice and discrimination.
Dans les coulisses
Ce qu'on ne voit pas à l'écran
A Giant Practical Snake
A full-size mechanical basilisk head was built for close-up interactions alongside computer-generated imagery.
Richard Harris's Farewell
The film was Richard Harris's final appearance as Albus Dumbledore before his death in October 2002.
A New House-Elf
Dobby was created through digital animation, with actor Toby Jones providing his voice.
A Familiar Composer
John Williams returned to compose the score, with William Ross adapting and conducting material for the film.
An Enormous Production
Stuart Craig's production design expanded Hogwarts with new locations, including the Chamber of Secrets and Gilderoy Lockhart's classroom.
Aux origines
Adapted from J. K. Rowling's 1998 novel Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Palette
Les couleurs du film
Slytherin Emerald#315D4A
Chamber Stone#737D70
Basilisk Gold#B59A53
Hogwarts Midnight#29394C
Phoenix Crimson#9C493F
Candlelit Parchment#D7C39B
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