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HP&TDH1
PostedNovember 20, 2010
StephenPerry
from Glenolden, PA
If you've been living under a rock for the past 10 years, then you won't know what's coming in this final installment in the Harry Potter series. Or at least the first half of it.
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The movie left out a lot of the plot from the book despite being 2.5 hours long, all in the name of including more "action" sequences. Principle characters, both good and bad, are left out of the movie entirely or denied speaking parts. Grayback, Fluer, and others were noticeably silent or missing.
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The acting on the part of the big 3 was just short of awful. No subtlety. Emotions shown as merely different tones of voice sans facial expression. When Rupert's character of Ron is "splinched" while running away from the bad guys he is shown with his arm nearly torn off at the shoulder. He doesn't scream. Nor does he writhe in agony. Awful acting. Simply awful.
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On the good side, Helena Bonham Carter is very good as Belatrix Lastrange. They cut out her yelling "crucio!" as she tortures Hermione Granger, as well as Ron's torment at hearing it. Perhaps their poor acting skills forced that bit to remain on the cutting room floor.
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The costumes and scenery are excellent.
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There is background music as well, not that you'll notice.
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The end of the movie is the point in the book where Voldemort breaks into Dumbledore's tomb and obtains the wand which is one of the 3 deathly hallows. OK. Good stopping point. Leaves everyone hungry for more. I can see that.
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The body count is higher, the action sequences are longer, and overall it is a fun ride. Just don't expect great art or any surprises.
<br>
The movie left out a lot of the plot from the book despite being 2.5 hours long, all in the name of including more "action" sequences. Principle characters, both good and bad, are left out of the movie entirely or denied speaking parts. Grayback, Fluer, and others were noticeably silent or missing.
<br>
The acting on the part of the big 3 was just short of awful. No subtlety. Emotions shown as merely different tones of voice sans facial expression. When Rupert's character of Ron is "splinched" while running away from the bad guys he is shown with his arm nearly torn off at the shoulder. He doesn't scream. Nor does he writhe in agony. Awful acting. Simply awful.
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On the good side, Helena Bonham Carter is very good as Belatrix Lastrange. They cut out her yelling "crucio!" as she tortures Hermione Granger, as well as Ron's torment at hearing it. Perhaps their poor acting skills forced that bit to remain on the cutting room floor.
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The costumes and scenery are excellent.
<br>
There is background music as well, not that you'll notice.
<br>
The end of the movie is the point in the book where Voldemort breaks into Dumbledore's tomb and obtains the wand which is one of the 3 deathly hallows. OK. Good stopping point. Leaves everyone hungry for more. I can see that.
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The body count is higher, the action sequences are longer, and overall it is a fun ride. Just don't expect great art or any surprises.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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