As a faithful HP reader, I was blown away by the accuracy with which David Yates handled HP DH1. The action, the angst, the frightening sequences -- all done with 1st rate filming and effects. In short, an HP fan's dream. For those who haven't read...well, it could get a little slow in the middle, and a little frustrating. But the feelings you feel are only translated to you because of the actors and plot. Not to worry, you're SUPPOSED to feel anger and hopelessness. It's in the script. Some sequences could also be confusing for a non-reader, but overall, I think that the awesome filming and effects will make up for it. This movie is not for kids under 12 or 11, depending on how they take frightening images, death, and sensuality. A really grown up film compared to the previous HP's.