This is by far one of the best treatments of the Harry Potter series. Staying true to the book with a few minor exceptions, the movie captures the emotion and intensity that Rowling expressed in the written word. The dark tone of the book which emphasized the serious nature of the direction of the story was brought to the big screen with just the right amount of suspense, emotion and humor that makes this series irristable to people of all ages. Well done -- waiting with great anticipation for Part II.