This movie was a bit dark--and I missed the fantasy of Hogwarts, like the everyday magical happenings in this wonderful world--comical poltergeists, earwax jellybeans, embarrassing howler letters--and this movie is more seriously focused. Despite this, the movie strives for some balance with lighter fare--Ron and Hermione's budding relationship and the all too short scene in the twin's joke shop. I have to mention Alan Rickman as Snape. I don't know how he can convey so much meaning with just a look or a twitch of an eyebrow, but his performance in this movie is amazing. If you are reading this review, you know you will go see this movie. It isn't perfect, but you will enjoy it.