Harry's ups and downs

eberte at vaeye.com eberte at vaeye.com
Mon Nov 19 03:35:50 UTC 2001


I realize that there were time constraints (believe me, I realize 
this--I saw the movie with my five-year-old son), but did anyone else 
miss the theme of Harry's fall from glory when the trio looses 150 
points from Gryffindor in a single night?  I really liked that part 
of the book--Harry's emotional rollercoaster of a year going from 
neglected nephew to fabulously famous boy-hero to despised classmate 
to hero once again!  It makes the victory of his house that much 
sweeter at the end.
I also loved Dan as Harry and liked Ron more in the movie than I have 
in the books.  Hermione is my girl and I will hear no bad talk about 
her (even the movie Hermione).  I agree with all that James Potter is 
irritatingly wrong.  
The movie was slightly disappointing in that it did not capture all 
the wit and magic of the book; however, it was still very good with 
some excellent moments.  
My five-year-old did think it was scary (lots of whimpering and eye-
covering during troll scene, chess game and showdown with V.)  Of 
course, I asked him if he wanted to leave...and was soooo relieved 
when he said "no" each time.  Hopefully we will not have 
nightmares!    Elle   





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