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Azred · 11-17-2002, 03:52 PM

<font color = lightgreen>I know I am jumping the gun on The Trickster and reviewing this movie first; perhaps he'll forgive me someday.... [img]graemlins/laugh3.gif[/img]

Positives
This movie definitely has something the first Harry Potter compeltely lacked--suspense. In keeping with the general tone of the movie, many of the scenes were indeed darker. Also, the plot was (fortunately) more mature than in the first movie; since we didn't have to be introduced to all the major characters and locations more time could be spent on story development and enhancing the characters we already know.
I was glad to see Ron get some more depth, including a family and a house.
You won't have to sit through another entire match of Quidditch; yes, that is a positive.
The special effects are more polished, creating a much more realistic visualizations.
I could use a car like the Weasly's....

Negatives
I know that the actors are probably 13 at the oldest, but their drama coaches need to work on portraying certain emotions such as determination.
Ron needs to grow out of being the straight man/sidekick, but that is up to Ms. Rowling.
For fans of Hermoine, a small non-spoilerish warning: her character doesn't have a very large role in this picture. Although we get glimpses of her life beyond the walls of Hogwarts, that is about all we get to glimpse.
Those who are squeamish at the slightest little thing should probably not eat that hot dog at the first of the movie.
Finally, someone needs to tell the students at Hogwarts that magic is not something to be used lightly...but that, also, is up to Ms. Rowling.
To Lucius Malfoy: let me give you the name of a good hair stylist.... [img]graemlins/laugh3.gif[/img]

Oh, and a word to all those who refuse to allow their children to read or see anything to do with Harry Potter: get a grip on reality! [img]graemlins/dontknowaboutyou.gif[/img]

All things considered, I give this one an 8 out of 10. A wonderful way to spend nearly 3 hours! [img]graemlins/awesomework.gif[/img] </font>

11-17-2002, 03:52 PM	#1
Azred Drow Priestess Join Date: March 13, 2001 Location: a hidden sanctorum high above the metroplex Age: 55 Posts: 4,037	<font color = lightgreen>I know I am jumping the gun on The Trickster and reviewing this movie first; perhaps he'll forgive me someday.... [img]graemlins/laugh3.gif[/img] Positives This movie definitely has something the first Harry Potter compeltely lacked--suspense. In keeping with the general tone of the movie, many of the scenes were indeed darker. Also, the plot was (fortunately) more mature than in the first movie; since we didn't have to be introduced to all the major characters and locations more time could be spent on story development and enhancing the characters we already know. I was glad to see Ron get some more depth, including a family and a house. You won't have to sit through another entire match of Quidditch; yes, that is a positive. The special effects are more polished, creating a much more realistic visualizations. I could use a car like the Weasly's.... Negatives I know that the actors are probably 13 at the oldest, but their drama coaches need to work on portraying certain emotions such as determination. Ron needs to grow out of being the straight man/sidekick, but that is up to Ms. Rowling. For fans of Hermoine, a small non-spoilerish warning: her character doesn't have a very large role in this picture. Although we get glimpses of her life beyond the walls of Hogwarts, that is about all we get to glimpse. Those who are squeamish at the slightest little thing should probably not eat that hot dog at the first of the movie. Finally, someone needs to tell the students at Hogwarts that magic is not something to be used lightly...but that, also, is up to Ms. Rowling. To Lucius Malfoy: let me give you the name of a good hair stylist.... [img]graemlins/laugh3.gif[/img] Oh, and a word to all those who refuse to allow their children to read or see anything to do with Harry Potter: get a grip on reality! [img]graemlins/dontknowaboutyou.gif[/img] All things considered, I give this one an 8 out of 10. A wonderful way to spend nearly 3 hours! [img]graemlins/awesomework.gif[/img] </font> __________________ Everything may be explained by a conspiracy theory. All conspiracy theories are true. No matter how thinly you slice it, it's still bologna.