As a fan of J.K. Rowling and the Harry Potter book series, this movie was an excellent portrayal of the book. Of course as with all movies, there were liberties taken for the theatrics of the movie itself but in my humble opinion, Warner Brothers has outdone themselves. The movie was exciting and fast-paced but kept true to the storyline. The time flew by and the movie left us wanting more. If part 2 is anything like part 1, we are all in for an outstanding finish to one of the best stories of our century.
If you are an avid Harry Potter fan, read the books several times, and wished for more, then odds are you will be disappointed with this movie. The movie is a "good watch" however there are several "key" elements to the book that were not in the movie.
The previous movies, though not exactly like the book, captured the book's drama and story-line. This one brought elements into it that were not even close to the book and I wonder how they will rebuild that for the last movie(s).
The movie lacks in action but if you love Harry Potter from the movie series, then you will not be disappointed with this movie.