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“Film sells atheism to kids: Major protest launched”
November 3, 2007
One of Philip Pullman’s most vocal critics, the Catholic League, launched its official boycott campaign today. “Pullman represents the new face of atheism: it is aggressive, dogmatic and unrelenting. It is also fueled by hate-by a crusading hatred of all … Continue reading
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Pullman answers questions on the Today Show
November 3, 2007
Today, Philip Pullman appeared on NBC to speak to Al Roker who features the Golden Compass as his book club selection. As well as responding to accusations that his books are “atheism for kids,” and speaking about what he hopes … Continue reading
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EW Holiday Preview
November 2, 2007
This week, Entertainment Weekly features the Golden Compass in its annual Holiday Movie Preview as “the Spectacle.” Comparing his work on the film to that of portraying James Bond, Daniel Craig calls it easy: “I don’t have to fall over … Continue reading
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Toronto Star interviews Pullman
November 2, 2007
During his stop in Toronto for Trinity College’s conference on children’s literature, Daphne Gordon had the opportunity to speak with Philip Pullman for the Toronto Star. The article describes His Dark Materials’ critics amid New Line’s large scale promotion of … Continue reading
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Pullman had no interest in writing the screenplay
November 2, 2007
USA Today’s Book Buzz features some soundbites from Philip Pullman’s New York visit this week. “I spent seven years getting the story to this point. Taking it apart and putting it back together again is not my idea of fun.” … Continue reading
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