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Posts: 7307 (07/25/09 18:18:26) Mickey's Aficionado Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Tags : None I just wanted to start a thread for any reviews that anyone may want to post after seeing HBP... As noted in the subject field.. beware of SPOILERS...if you choose to tread along the thread here. That said... * * * * * * * * * * * * * I saw the movie today and came away feeling as though it was one of the best offerings of the series so far. Yeah..yeah..yeah... there was only a fleeting glimpse of newsprint Lucius, I know. But as for the movie itself... I loved it! Didn't care for selection of Narcissa at all....sorry... Felt really sorry for Draco....=( Jim Broadbent was excellent! A genius in his role. Wanted to kill Snape in the end... but then understood his dilemma. Was very,very moved and yes, I shed a tear or two....ok THREE! Particularly noticeable this time was more "acting" from the players and a little less "special effects overkill" as some have been to me before. Though what special effects were there...we absolutely stunning and just the right amount. The soundtrack really stood out to me in this film for probably the first time in all the previous movies....must purchase! Some very hauntingly beautiful arrangements in there. I think it was a very appropriate "lull" before we head on into The Death Hallows. It certainly was a good set-up for the next movies that follow, in my books!
warrior princess of the nursing world		#1	[-]
Posts: 5898 (07/26/09 05:57:27) The Wizarding Temptress Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I haven't seen it yet....................may get a chance whilst I am in Boston next week.......................That took you all by surprise! Love Kathleen
mverdera		#2	[-]
Posts: 2097 (07/26/09 09:14:58) Premiere Diva Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I agree Vicki - even though there was no Lucius but a small picture - the acting was the best so far. Especially noteworthy was Alan Rickman. Narcissa was a complete bust - Geez I wish they had potrayed her differently - it's not at all as I imagined her. Sound track was very good - I had not thought of it while I was watching it - but you are right - very haunting music!
servalan		#3	[-]
Posts: 2851 (07/26/09 09:47:57) Slytherin Tart at Heart Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I saw it a couple of days ago. I agree totally about Narcissa. She was just so wrong in so many ways - she looked wrong, and who designed that awful badger wig? It looks like they saved the one they wanted Lucius to wear in COS and gave it to Cissy. However, all else was great IMO. I have admired Jim Broadbent for many years, and he was perfect as Slughorn. Snape was, as always, wonderful, and I love the way he was portrayed so we think he is very bad at the end of the film. The kids' acting has improved a lot. Draco got a much meatier role, and was very good. I too felt sorry for him. Even Michael Gambon was better in this film. In the others, I kept missing Richard Harris, but this time I think he got Dumbledore just right. I loved the effects at the beginning, where they detroyed the Millennium Bridge in London. It says a lot for the HP franchise that so many great British actors are prepared to appear for only a few seconds of screen time in some cases.
ChristyR		#4	[-]
Posts: 382 (08/01/09 17:32:14) Completely Hooked! Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I have not seen it yet but just from seeing the previews I agree with everyone on the casting of Narcissa. She looks too old and that wig is the worst I have ever seen. I will be watching it on the 5th probably in 3D. Has anyone else seen it in 3D(IMAX)? Christy I know, I know, I have not been here in a while. But I'm back!
blisster		#5	[-]
Posts: 430 (08/02/09 21:29:02) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Has anyone else seen it in 3D(IMAX)? I saw it today in IMAX 3D. It's really just the first 10 minutes of the movie that's in 3D, which was a surprise considering the admission price ($15). marianne
simona p		#6	[-]
Posts: 608 (08/04/09 04:20:54) Keegan's Babe Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Well....sorry to be such a party spoiler but i didn't like it at all.... I regret it deeply, but i really didn't enjoy it. It was very dark and rough. No Jason in it didn't help either. As for the death of Dumbledore...it really spoilt it all for me. Sorry ladies...
angelofmusic82		#7	[-]
Posts: 1107 (08/04/09 09:30:20) Tavington's Princess Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	No worries Simona, I didn't like it either. ~me
servalan		#8	[-]
Posts: 2853 (08/05/09 08:10:19) Slytherin Tart at Heart Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Simona, I wonder if you had read the book? Obviously Dumbledore's death has been known in the Potter world since 2005, so it's hardly a surprise for readers. There was endless speculation as to whether Snape was really good or bad before the very last book came out, due to words spoken by Dumbledore before he died. Or did you just not like the way they made the book into the film?
irisrosalind		#9	[-]
Posts: 2002 (08/10/09 11:22:59) Tavington Camp Follower Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I'm really glad I didn't post here after seeing it the first time, during opening week, because I hated it. Saw it again last night, and loved it. The first watching was in Vienna, Austria, just two days after arriving, and (known now) I was obviously suffering jetlag; I just wasn't in any condition to properly judge such a highly anticipated movie. I was glad I saw it in the IMAX (3D) there, because it was a fun experence, but I should have kept my mouth shut in how I felt about the movie. Went again last night, here at home, this time with my 14-yr-old son (rather than my DH, who honestly had no interest in seeing it in Vienna), and I felt like I'd seen a whole different film. The direction really is stunning, and I have complete faith in Yates now and how the last two will go. It really is a proper movie, not just a picturized fantasy of a book. And Broadbent is just so effing brilliant as Slughorn; perfect. What really impressed me was the stark contrast of lives between the trio (and other teens) and their frivolous romantic entanglements, and Draco, whose burden of obligation was crushing him. Felton did a yeoman's job; he was wonderful in portraying the chaos inside Draco. I really did sympathize with him, and could 'see' Lucius within him. It was obvious how harsh his upbringing was, how Mummy tried to protect him, and how much he ached to impress his Dad. What he was doing in this film was totally due to the fact that he wanted so much to get his Dad's acceptance and respect. You can see the parent through the child. And I give Felton full marks for showing that to me. I will definitely be seeing it at least once again before it closes. Iris Last Edited By: irisrosalind 08/10/09 11:25:24. Edited 1 times.
simona p		#10	[-]
Posts: 609 (08/11/09 06:24:30) Keegan's Babe Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Hi all, Servalan: Yes, i knew Dumbledore would die, but still it was really unpleasant and sad to actually see it. Dunno what to say, i doubt i will see it again. Maybe the next one... Hugs s
angelofmusic82		#11	[-]
Posts: 1109 (08/11/09 09:10:14) Tavington's Princess Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	can't wait for the next HP movie, at least our Jason will be in it! ~me
mverdera		#12	[-]
Posts: 2098 (08/11/09 09:14:21) Premiere Diva Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I think I shead all my Dumbledore tears over the book. I only had a few sniffles in the theatre. I'm so amazed by how much the quality has improved from the first one - not that the first one was bad but each one just seems to get better. I'm sure it's a combination of the child actors growing up, better special effects and good direction (not to mention one great set of stories!)
LuciusCanePolisher		#13	[-]
Posts: 1015 (08/11/09 09:17:02) Fan Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I saw it twice too. Once when I was in Peru with my cousin and her boyfriend and the second time here with one of my friends. And what can I say? I've read all the books so I really am a huge fan, and I loved the movie. I saw it twice and I didn't get bored at all. I thought it was funny and emotional at the same time. Especially when Dumbledore died and everyone raised their wands, I almost started crying (my cousin did cry...and we were bothering her all the time with that) For me, this movie was Tom Felton's movie. Before Draco had been portrayed as a bully, and a really bad one at that. Very one dimensional and even stupid. In this movie, you got to see the other side of him. We got to see that he's actually a person that has feelings just like everyone of us. He's scared of what's going to happen, yet he has to do it. Tom really was amazing in this movie, his performance was the best. I really could feel his pain, his desperation to make this whole plan work. I have no words really....he was truly great. This was Tom's moment to shine, and he really did. This was HIS movie. The rest of the performances were really good too. Alan Rickman again was just so great as Snape, and also Helena Bonham Carter and Rupert Grint as Bellatrix and Ron. But like I said, the best perf. was defintely Tom Felton's. Yes...I have a huge crush on him. Don't judge lol
blisster		#14	[-]
Posts: 432 (08/12/09 08:33:00) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	LCP: I have a huge crush on him. Don't judge lol Not judging, I do too ... keeps me young Marianne
angelofmusic82		#15	[-]
Posts: 1110 (08/12/09 09:20:36) Tavington's Princess Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	<I have a huge crush on him> I prefer Draco's father wink wink ~me
warrior princess of the nursing world		#16	[-]
Posts: 5905 (08/12/09 09:29:11) The Wizarding Temptress Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	My daughter went to see it with her friends at the big IMAX cinema in Manchester. She enjoyed it but.................She thought that this was not one of the better films apart form the ending which she said was fantastic? Love Kathleen
LuciusCanePolisher		#17	[-]
Posts: 1016 (08/12/09 20:26:48) Fan Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	blisster wrote: LCP: I have a huge crush on him. Don't judge lol Not judging, I do too ... keeps me young Marianne I lold so hard at that. Well Angel...when there's not Lucius, you can't help but look at hot Draco! Like father like son I say.
angelofmusic82		#18	[-]
Posts: 1112 (08/13/09 16:01:08) Tavington's Princess Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Tom Felton was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay cuter when he was younger (my opinion, of course). BUT I agree with you on one thing, sister...his acting was superb in this movie. ~me, the green dragoon lady (in her dreams), in love with colonel Tavington
irisrosalind		#19	[-]
Posts: 2009 (09/17/09 23:06:59) Tavington Camp Follower Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Just got back from seeing the final IMAX showing near our place. So sad. To think I hated this movie the first time. Now, I didn't want it to end. The HP world just grows on you, and you hate to leave it Will see it on bluray next, I guess. Iris
GothicSally		#20	[-]
Posts: 721 (10/13/09 06:53:44) Chaz's Coffee Pal Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I was...well had mixed reactions to the film since I saw it at midnight with friends and my brother. I dressed up in Slytherin gear happily showing my silver and green colors of slytherin pride of my knitted house team scarf. It stunned but creeped me out how...Harry tried hitting on and picking up that waitress in the subway coffee house/pub...it really creeped me out lol. I felt like to be honest, like the writers for the script hacked up the 6th book while I was bummed out there was no Jason as our dearly beloved death eater Lucius! Sniffle However...I did love Helena as Bellatrix though! She was wonderful!

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