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05-28-2004, 12:14 AM
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[img]http://www.snitchseeker.com/images/news/alfonso_cuaron_80.jpg' align='middle'> PoA is what all films should aspire to be - Summary:
Another review brought to us by AICN Article: PoA is what all films should aspire to be Aint it Cool News has yet another glowing review of PoA.
Many spoilers occur and the site does have some profanity - which is ruled out in the quotes - read the real thing at your own discretion. Quote: From the opening WB logo you can tell that you're in for a different Harry Potter film. When even the giant two letters have a dark atmosphere about them, you know they're on the right track. Quote: As a fan of the books, I can say that while AZKABAN isn't the absolute perfect adaptation, it's by far the one film of the series that has hit closest to the bullseye. Quote: Thewlis steals this role and makes it his. His quiet kindness is note-perfect, his fear of himself is real. Thewlis was the big surprise of the movie for me. I knew Gary Oldman was going to rule the world as Sirius Black and he does. No surprise there, but a nice bit of relief, that began the second I heard of Oldman being cast in the role, finally realized on the screen.
Quote: Emma Watson has made Hermione all her own and is growing with the role, as are Rupert Grint as Ron and Daniel Radcliffe as Harry. Quote: The faculty of Hogwarts takes a major backseat in this film, with the exception of Lupin, which means not nearly enough Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith or even Michael Gambon's Dumbledore. Quote: This animal (Buckbeak) feels like it has a personality and reality. I was never pulled out of believing in this animal's existence due to quality of effects, quality of design or characterization. I WANT ONE! The scenes of Harry riding Buckbeak are exhilarating and I want to fly, too!!! I haven't felt this much childhood. Quote: While the werewolf in the film is probably the most cartoony looking of the CG, the design is actually very effective and the transformation painful. Quote: There are a few things I miss, like more building up Hermione's cat (Crookshanks) Vs. Ron's rat, etc... But they do enough of that to make the film work... I miss Nearly Headless Nick... There's really only one thing that I felt was important that they never included and that was the back story behind the Marauder's Map. The audience is never told about Moony, Padfoot, Wormtail and Prongs, and it's not revealed what the Patronus stag is. Quote: I have faith in Mike Newell bringing GOBLET OF FIRE together... If he doesn't, he better change his name and run for the hills... I know some Potter fans that will want blood if this particular book isn't pulled off, especially after seeing that the series is headed in the correct direction! Source: HPANA  | |
05-28-2004, 12:25 AM
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thanks for posting this. this is yet another excellent review of PoA, i'm seeing it on monday & can't wait! 
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05-28-2004, 12:50 AM
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wow thats a great review i cant wait to see it
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05-28-2004, 12:57 AM
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Quote: The audience is never told about Moony, Padfoot, Wormtail and Prongs, and it's not revealed what the Patronus stag is. ooh thats a shame..I was kinda looking forward top a bit of maraudering magic :/
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05-28-2004, 01:05 AM
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ahhhh! i am absolutly dying to see this movie!  | |
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05-28-2004, 01:07 AM
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ME TOO!!..GONNA WATCH IT JUNE 4TH!!!
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05-28-2004, 01:44 AM
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I'm sooo dying to see this movie too!!!! i can't take it anymore!! i wish i lived in Britain so i could go see it on monday!!
i will definitely be there on June 4!!!omg i can't wait! i'm more excited about this than i was for SS or COS!
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05-28-2004, 01:45 AM
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Quote: Originally posted by Ooberu@May 27 2004, 05:31 PM Quote: The audience is never told about Moony, Padfoot, Wormtail and Prongs, and it's not revealed what the Patronus stag is. ooh thats a shame..I was kinda looking forward top a bit of maraudering magic :/ oh, that's too bad. 
still can't wait to see it, though!
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05-28-2004, 02:34 AM
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yea thats right homie
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05-28-2004, 03:10 AM
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wow i cant wait to see the movie it seems like it is sooo going to kick.. butt.
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05-28-2004, 03:19 AM
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Quote: Originally posted by Marcella_Riddle@May 27 2004, 04:48 PM
Quote: Emma Watson has made Hermione all her own and is growing with the role, What? Emma has no reason to make Hermione her own. This isn't just a movie; It's a movie based off a book. The character is clearly written out, and she has no right changing it to fit her needs so she can look like an okay actress.
If she doesn' t play Hermione like she is in the book, then she's NOT a good actress.
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05-28-2004, 03:21 AM
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i can't wait to see the movie. :sorcerer:
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05-28-2004, 03:39 AM
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:adminchase: :beer: GREAT! 1 MORE WEEK!! :sorcerer: :flowersmile:
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05-28-2004, 03:45 AM
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Quote: Originally posted by Marcella_Riddle@May 27 2004, 03:48 PM Quote: I have faith in Mike Newell bringing GOBLET OF FIRE together... If he doesn't, he better change his name and run for the hills... I know some Potter fans that will want blood if this particular book isn't pulled off, especially after seeing that the series is headed in the correct direction! Newell better get it right! I wish that they would keep Alfonso! We will want blood if it ain't right!!!
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05-28-2004, 06:13 AM
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I think alfonso did a really good job on this movie. It will be the best one yet.
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05-28-2004, 10:24 AM
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Thats a shame that the Patronus isn't explained - afterall, its a link between Harry and his Father, I feel that is important and should have been explained.
But I can't wait to see Remus Lupin transform into a werewolf, I bet that will be pretty scary - Awesome! :sorcerer:
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05-30-2004, 05:41 PM
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ah hahaha yay! only 5 days left!!!! happy happy happy!! i am so going an hour early to the first showing of the after noon!!! our stupid theatre doesnt have a midnight showing!! stupid people!!! ohhh....i can wait!!!!
:sorcerer: harry! yay! :sorcerer:
love yah mucho,
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05-30-2004, 05:47 PM
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Quote: Originally posted by lxs234+May 28 2004, 02:53 AM--> | QUOTE (lxs234 @ May 28 2004, 02:53 AM) | Quote: Emma Watson has made Hermione all her own and is growing with the role,* What? Emma has no reason to make Hermione her own. This isn't just a movie; It's a movie based off a book. The character is clearly written out, and she has no right changing it to fit her needs so she can look like an okay actress.
If she doesn' t play Hermione like she is in the book, then she's NOT a good actress. [/b][/quote]
She can't play Hermione like she is in the book unless they script her as she is in the book.
What's so wrong with making a character your 'own', anyway?
It's a shame they didn't include the Marauders Map a little more, that is such a cool little detail.
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