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Summary: Kids film
Review: I saw this film expecting it to be worse than the book as films generally are. Although the scenes were well done. They were exactly as I had pictured them I was still astounded at how much was left out. Although it is two and 1/2 hours long I felt the characters, especially Harry, and the story lacked depth. This is just a kids film. Nothing more, nothing less.
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Summary: I cannot wait!
Review: OK, so I haven't read the books yet, but I'm still so excited about seeing the movie! I know I will have to read all four books once I finish seeing the movie, which I will be seeing with my family on my birthday - November 19th, a few days after the Harry Potter movie's release! All the actors, especially Daniel Radcliffe (British newcomer who plays the one-and-only Harry Potter), Maggie Smith, and Alan Rinkman, are going to be absolutely superb. The movie looks so magical and enchanting from the previews and trailers. It looks pretty dark and suspenful, too. The special effects look absolutely stunning, and the storyline and script will hopefully follow the book well. The one bad thing about this movie is that it is so long (about 2 1/2 hours!). But I guess it's all for the better 'cause if it weren't long, fans would be begging for it to be longer and complaining that they didn't fit all of the things that happened in the book. Chris Columbus is directing this movie, and he is a great director (just watch those Home Alone movies and you'll understand what I mean). I definitely recommend this movie come November 16th, 2001. Other movies I recommend if you like Harry Potter are The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring, Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Gangs of New York, and Men in Black 2! Go see Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone!
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Summary: Lovely Movie, however a bit long.
Review: I personally loved this movie, having read the frist 3 books it is very factual and fulfills every detail. The actors are VERY talented and have a true gift. Over all it was a very entertaining movie. It was a bit long though. I would recomend that you read some of the book first. It is very hard too understand if you don't know what's really going on.
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Summary: A magical thrill!
Review: This was a superb adaption from the great novels from J.K. Rowling and the magic sequences involved in the movie were remarkable. This is a fantastic magically made movie with great first time big screen acting from Daniel Radcliffe and great acting from legend Alan Rickman who gave the movie a little more scariness and reality. Overall this is a must see movie for all especially those who are big fans of J. K. Rowling and her work on her novels which were also a delight to read.
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Summary: Beautiful production, but overlong with underwhelming climax
Review: Let me start by saying that fans of Harry Potter will most likely not be disappointed in the new movie adaptation. It's VERY faithful to the book. In fact, it's a little TOO faithful. This movie tries to be so faithful, in fact, that it ends up feeling overstuffed and a bit underdone.Let's start with the acting. It's first rate for the most part (although some of the child actors overdo it a bit, but not Radcliffe, who is perfect in the lead role). The veteran British supporting actors, however, shine brightly. Alan Rickman and Robbie Coltraine, especially, have amusing and highly memorable takes on their characters. The production design is phenomenal, full of beautiful and sometimes startling images (even if a few of them seem like rehashes from Sleepy Hollow). John Seale's photography is beautiful, as is John Williams score (reminiscent of his work on Hook). The visual effects rely heavily on CGI (computer-generated imagery) and consequently FEEL like special effects. A few highlights, however, include a ballgame in which the participants fly around the stadium on brooms and a troll who invades the school. Beyond that, however, the effects are simply serviceable and never completely convince us that what we are watching is real in any way. Chris Columbus' direction is, as usual, rather unimaginative. He misses several opportunities to find awe in the story, which it needs in order to hook the audience. Too often, the magic in the movie (even the first time Harry uses his own powers) is treated matter-of-factly and unsurprisingly. My biggest complaint, however, comes from the sheer length of the film. At 2 1/2 hours, it is simply too long for its target audience (as well as for the adults who will be taking the kids). Part of the problem is in the structure of the story. It's extremely episodic, with several scenes really having little or nothing to do with the main plot (which involves the stone mentioned in the title). In fact, so much time is spent on these sidetrack episodes, the main plot is given short shrift. Another part of the problem related to the length of the movie has to do with the climax and what comes immediately before it. A live chess game (with life size pieces and real weapons) is a remarkable and imaginative set piece. But it's not the climax. Instead, the climax comes 20 minutes later and never lives up to the excitement level of the chess game (or the much early ball game). Following the rather rushed and underwhelming climax comes another 20 minutes of "wrapping up," which feels like an eternity. One can look at Columbus' past movies and see this is a typical problem with him (Home Alone is a perfect example). In addition, the last 20 minutes of the movie seems like a commercial for the movie's sequel (which, despite reports to the contrary, WILL include the same cast, according to an article released today). So all in all, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is sure to be a huge hit for its first few weeks, when the ardant fans will stand in line for hours to see it. But once that first rush is through, I suspect its box office will fall off rather sharply. This is not the kind of movie that kids will want to see more than once until it comes out on video, when they can pause it for necessary bathroom breaks.
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Summary: Hmm...I didn't plan on seeing this,but...
Review: ...looks like I'm having second thoughts. I was obsessive over the books when they came out,and the whole hype sort of settled down,but not for long,I guess. I was worried about the movie ruining my vision of Hogwarts,Harry & Co.,but I'm throwing caution to the winds to see it when it comes out!! And I'll probably end up buying it when it comes out on DVD...the trailer is very good,I'd advise you to READ THE BOOKS before seeing the movie!! Or at least the first one,because in my opinion the book should always come first. ; ) Daniel Radcliffe looks cute,but not as I imagined Harry,and Rupert Grint (Ron) & Emma Watson (Hermione) look exactly as I imagined them in the book. I expect to review this when the movie is actually released,but for now the trailer gets five fat gold stars!
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Summary: Can't Wait
Review: When I heard that the first Harry Potter book was being turned into a movie, I admit, my first thought was "omg they are going to butcher another great book into an awful movie" It happens all the time, but then I saw the previews, and watched the press releases where J.K Rowling herself says that she couldn't be more pleased with the movie, and if the author is pleased.. well I can't see how we wouldn't be. I for one will be in a theater on Nov. 16, if I have to hitchike my way to the nearest city. =)
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Summary: Harry Potter Rules!
Review: I think Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is the absolute best movie in the whole wide world!
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Summary: Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone
Review: The previews look great and I've read all of the books. So, I suggest to everyone to go see the movie as soon as it comes out.
I know I will!!!!!! I think this will be the best movie I've ever seen!
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Summary: Harry Potter is sooo cool
Review: I have read all 4 books and love them to pieces
I cant wait 4 the film 2 come out .
Is there anyone out there on planet Earth who loves Harry Potter
as much as I do ?
I think Hermione resembles me
Harry Potter roll on
November sixteenth I can't wait!
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