It was so poignant to watch these beloved characters struggle and depend on one another through their massive struggles. They have grown so much since the first film. Yes the movie was slow in parts but these are the times we see the actors really emote their fear and inner struggles. I loved it!!! My favorite parts: The action parts; the dancing scene, the glimpses in Snape's eyes of his inner horror, the tender way Ron touched Hermione's face, and Harry's deep friendship with Hermione, and the elves; great stuff!!