HP Part VII was undoubtedly the darkest yet. Filmed in a more gritty documentary style, the film captures the teenage angst of the trio combined with the increasingly dark forces of Valdemort and his evil accomplices, some of whom grapple with how far they are truly willing to go for the Dark Lord. Although the movie runs a little long, if you are a Potter fan, this one is definitely worth your time. It will be a long wait 'til next summer for Part Two.
C'mon guys. Please. Let's bring down the ratings here and be clear: Okay, if, and only if you're of the male gender over six years old you're gonna love this flick (although my six year old had to hide his eyes throughout the entire dorm room scene where the leggy super model-student-turned-decepticon chokes the lead with her tongue!?) Quite frankly, if you're a woman, this sequel can be missed without ever EVER harboring any regret come Oscar time. The film was exhausting and LOUD and I must have looked at my watch at least ten times during the unbearable two and half hours I had to endure fighting bickering TOYS created by Hasbro brought to life by Hollywood. UGH.
Usually sequels,especially sequels upon sequels are spread thin on tired character development and story line. But this third Ice Age installment is actually refreshing and action packed. The introduction of swashbuckler "Buck" is a welcome addition to the Ice Age crew, the scenery and special effects are absolutely spectacular. And the movie doesn't drag out unnecessarily as sequels tend to do. The humor is light and fresh with the welcome infusion of adult directed jokes. Highly recommended amid the mess of some of the other "blockbuster" summer sequels.