Dark And Daunting Forces Descend In 'Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince'

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Emily spoke with the stars of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince at the movie premiere.

Emboldened by the return of Lord Voldemort, the Death Eaters are wreaking havoc in both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Dumbledore is intent upon preparing Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching.

Meanwhile, Harry's long friendship with Ginny Weasley is growing into something deeper, but standing in the way is Ginny's boyfriend, Dean Thomas, not to mention her big brother Ron (Rupert Grint). But Ron's got romantic entanglements of his own to worry about, with Lavender Brown lavishing her affections on him, leaving Hermione (Emma Watson) simmering with jealousy.

The film is directed by David Yates, who was also responsible for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is the sixth installment of Warner Bros. Pictures' Harry Potter film franchise based on the beloved novels by J.K. Rowling.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince hits theaters on Wednesday, July 15.

PHOTOS: Harry Potter Premiere in New York City