If you have seen the other films in the franchise and read the book then there will be very little surprises for you in this film.
It is darker in some ways than the others, teenage love and the difficulties of growing up are all apparent in the film, love and who is into who also take central stage (am I the only one who wanted Harry and Hermione to get together?)
The danger that Harry is in becomes more menacing and seems ever present. The tension is ratcheted up. There are some light hearted moments the twins new shop and the quidditch scenes are particularly well shot.
This film does however feel a little disjointed in a way the book doesn't, I almost felt as though some bits had been left out to get the novel down to a cinema friendly length but couldn't put my finger on what was missing. Perhaps part of that is down to the fact that the film is highlighting the unease shared by the characters, living in difficult times and danger.
Malfoy as well comes into his own, his character now not flanked by Crabbe and Goyle has been seen as a comment about fitting in, growing up and facing your demons. I enjoyed the film overall as a fan of the Potter series.
4 out of 5
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