Hermione was that perfect example of turning on its head this initial prejudice that she gets, Watson says.

Harry is much more intuitive.

Ron is just along for the ride.

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Hermione is the one with the plan, Watson says.

The message of Hermione to young girls is simple, but important to say nonetheless: You belong.

And you are nobodys sidekick.

What is so fundamentally beautiful about Hermione is her loyalty to that group of friends, Watson says.

Shes really the glue that keeps that trio together.

Its fundamental, and the boys knew it, and they really treat her as if they know that.

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I think thats starting to slowly change, but it is something that does actively need to be addressed.

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