This may be one of the best of the series for me. It is a beautifully shot film: dark, moody, and full of the angst of the the searcher. I haven't liked all of the movies in this series as it transitioned from a children's genre to something for the adults. I also came in with my doubts, knowing that the first part of book 7 has a lack of action - the mainstay of each of the previous movies in the series. The gorgeous backdrop of the British Isles is shown in all its glory and really is the star of the film. Daniel, Emma and Rupert all turn in grown up and nuanced performances that complement the story, backdrop and angst of being that age. The movie has sit with me a bit since leaving it a day ago. I'm tempted to see it again - something I almost never do.