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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Columbus, OH
Awesome. Best of all the movies so far. Hopefully you are a reader and know the full story. But the Potter movies also stand alone. Don't take little children....this is for 8 and above. But all Potter lovers will like this one.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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GREAT!
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from New Orleans, LA
I liked it alot. It pry helped that I was way looking forward to it and am glad that it seemed to follow the book very well.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Recommended for HP Fans Only
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from San Jose, CA
Darkest Harry Potter Sequel, follows
the Book loosely, few of the scenes are different and much has been abridged (expected).
Keeps the HP Franchise going along, with a slightly more adventurous and mature Harry.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Half-Blood Good
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince succeeds with lighting action and a thrilling story about the-boy-who-lived in his sixth epic year at Hogwarts!
This is a well made film, don't get me wrong, but a plethora of scenes are left out making the bestselling book a whole lot better in comparison.
The movie not only leaves out scenes, but it also leaves out the emotion that we all knew and loved from the first few 'Potter' films.
This was still a good film, but it won't succeed overall as the best of the 'Potter' films.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Great Harry Potter Movie
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Baltimore, MD
We liked this movie ... we already have tickets for the IMAX 3D release! One comment ... we are really looking forward to the book 7 movies (glad they;re making 2 movies for book 7!) ... the books are so involved, that some of the details are lost by attempting to adapt the movie to fit within a 2-2.5 hour-time slot. Warner Bros. should produce extended versions (like LOTR). I have seen longer versions on TV, with the deleted scenes inserted in the proper place that are included in a 2nd separate special edition DVD set, which also included interviews with the starts, and behind the scenes information.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Half Blood Prince
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Reasonably good movie that played as close to the book as possible. Characters remain above average and the plot line creates an interesting jumping off point for the trio from Hogwarts to the real (?) world. Having read all the books does not dampen the anticipation of the final movies release.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Missing Important Parts
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Not very good. Many parts missing that were important. Obviously all could not have been included, but the parts that were could have been more like the book. All in all the only thing that kept me from giving less than 3 stars is the comedy moments, which were pretty funny.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
great movie
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Kansas City, MO
I totally loved the new Harry Potter. I found it had a better story line and explained more about some of the characters.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Just OK
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Abington, MA
This latest installment of the Harry Potter series was just okay. The last two were fantastic, and this one just doesn't compare. The pace was very slow, there was no huge climax or standoff. It just really seemed to set up the next one (two?). I really expected more, and if this were not Harry Potter, and especially if it were a standalone movie, it would have gotten a 1.5-2. I was so disappointed.
Alan Rickman was absolutely terrific!
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Enchanting
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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While keeping the essence of the book, the movie cleverly incorporated much humor as well as deep sadness. I am curious to know the purpose of the added scene, however, since there was so much from the book that could have been done instead. Wonderfully scored with superb special effects. I cannot wait to see it in IMAX theaters at the end of the month.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Didn't want the movie to end!
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Eden Prairie, MN
I really enjoy watching the characters grow up and the story evolve. This was a darker movie than the previous ones. Personally,It would have been benifical for me to have re-read the book before going to the movie, as I got confused about the sequence of events. Found, I was trying to anticapate events. Did it happened in this book, the previous book or, the last.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Best So Far
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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This really whetted my appetite for installments 7 and 8. I can't wait to see how the last book is translated to film.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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lame - no excitement
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Boston, MA
I have read all the books and been to all the movies - this one was too long and had no action - more like a dull love tale - if you have smaller kids - avoid this - its boring
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Laughter, Fear, Sadness
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Cincinnati, OH
The Half Blood Prince rotates among all those emotions - with much more laughter than most Harry Potter films. But then there's that scary water scene and Tom Riddle is pretty scary, too - plus the sadness of losing Dumbledore. Then Harry feels very alone. Really loved the scene where Harry finally got the memory from the potions professor.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Another Great Potter Movie
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Minneapolis, MN
This movie is perhaps the best Potter movie, it is absolutely amazing. I would definitely recommend it to friends, and may even go back to see it again! I will definitely be buying it when it comes out on video!!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Enjoyable movie that was by and large faithful to the book. The acting was convincing - in particular, Alan Rickman knows how to make every gesture speak volumes. There were several small but important pieces of information omitted from the movie - especially further elaboration on the identity of the Half-Blood Prince - but overall the book-to-movie transformation did well. The movie ranged from the highs of love to the lows of sorrow and loss.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Best Movie in the Series!
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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This is my favorite Harry Potter Movie yet! The graphics were AWESOME! The overall story stayed closer to the book. I LOVED this movie! I would see it again and will buy the DVD. IT IS A MUST SEE FOR ALL HP FANS!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Great movie, and definitely a cliff hanger! The reason I did not rate it 5 stars is that the movie was a little slow in parts, but, I really liked it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Best of Harry Potter Movies
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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The acting is superb! Snape's character, as always, is so well acted. Draco Malfoy does an excellent job, you even find yourself pitying him. And who knew Ron was such a good comedian? If you have read the books, this is a MUST see. Kids should do well with it as there is no Voldemort in this film and only a 2-3 minute episode with the inferi where they would need to close their eyes.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Why do people keep saying this is only part one?
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from West Deptford, NJ
There are still two more movies to go people, This was harry potter and the half blood prince. The next book, harry potter and the deathly hallows is the one being split into two movies. if you were a true fan, you would know that. but besides all of that, this movie was epic. my favorite thus far. i like how they incorporated more comedy this time around. you need the comic relief after a few of the scenes. A++++
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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What's not to like?
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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This movie is by far the darkest, and it should be. Excellent sfx, The series just gets better and better!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Beautiful interpretation
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Texas, USA
I love how the central themes of the 6th book - namely, friendship, trust, and devotion - are emphasized in this film. It is true that certain details of the book were changed. But what the film leaves out in the way of plot details, it makes up for in character development.
After all, the central actions in the 6th book are completely moot. No one accomplishes any of their goals. Instead, it is how the characters relate to one another that is the main event. The Half-Blood Prince isn't really about the search for horcruxes. It's about Harry becoming wise enough and strong enough to conclude his adventure. This movie does a beautiful job of portraying that.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Best in the series
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Los Altos, CA
An excellent movie all around.
The acting was top-notch. The direction was great: good pacing, not dwelling too much on any one thing, nor overly frenetic jumping from one scene to the next.
The story is great: a good balance of developing the characters, their relationships (and romances); humor (Ron is especially funny); conflict; danger; and of course the climactic battle scene.
The movie definitely assumes that you're well familiar with Harry Potter. This is a good thing: most people who would see this movie would have by now read the books or seen the previous movie. The magic in it is simply part of the story -- it isn't used as a "Gee, wow" gimmick anymore, which would have been boring.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from North Carolina
Very suspenseful, very well made.
Yes, it's hard to fit in all the material from the books, but they've done a great job in the allotted time.
Excellent performances by some of Britian's finest actors.
We absolutely loved it! Please note that we don't try to compare it to the others in the series and we don't expect every detail from the book to be in the film.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Harry Potter 6
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Personally I disliked the book. I loved the movie. I was surprised that I enjoyed it so much. It did not follow the book as closely as the last few movies. It may be that the filmmakers will make up for lost storyline in the next movie since they divided the 7th book in two. The movie lacked depth in some areas but succeeded in being very dark as well as funny.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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PostedJuly 19, 2009
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Wonderful movie! The young actors improve with every movie. Lots of details were left out, of course, but the spirit of the book is there with teenage angst and fantastic scenery and special effects. Well done!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Another HP Hit!
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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A little slower than the others, but truly an epic film and one not to miss! It's amazing watching these kids grow up on the screen. Alan Rickman and Helena Bonham Carter were outstanding. Everyone reminds me that this is only "the first part," but being one of the few that don't read the books you are definitely left wanting more.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from W. Warwick, RI
It was very good. One of my favorite HP movies. You have to look at it as a movie and not think about the book.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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HARRY POTTER
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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OMG! I love these movies and this one is another chapter in the great series! I always leave wanting more...which is good, thats what keeps it going! Can't wait for the last two. Yeah, there making 2 movies for the last book... milking it , baby.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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At Last a movies worthy of the book
PostedJuly 19, 2009
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from Overland Park, Kansas
Finally here is a movie that followed the book as close as it could. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince was an enjoyable 2+ hours of family entertainment. I know I took a 1 year old a 4 year old and an 8 year old who set from start to finish of the movie. The 1 year old was in a trance the whole way through the movie. Now if Hollywood would continue to follow this formula maybe we could have more movies the same as this awesome movie. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
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Yes, I recommend this movie.
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