![]() For instance, throughout the course of the movie Harry carries with him a piece of a broken mirror. However, the fact that important elements were cut from previous film adaptations does come back to haunt the filmmakers here a bit. As a huge fan of the books, I had a couple of gripes regarding moments that were cut out, but, per usual, you have to keep in mind just how long the later books were. Still, what proceeds it is very strong and I'd rank this as the second best in the film series, right after The Prisoner of Azkaban. Anyone who's read The Deathly Hallows knows it wasn't designed with two distinct halves, and while Kloves and Yates end at a fairly dramatic (for Voldemort) and sad point (for Harry), it still doesn't feel like a proper conclusion. On the down side, there's no denying that the film lacks a true ending. Combine that with more down-to-Earth settings for the majority of the film's runtime, and you have a more weighty and realistic Harry Potter film than any other in the series. Splitting the Deathly Hallows into two movies has allowed screenwriter Steve Kloves and director David Yates to explore in-depth character drama in a way previous films have not. During all of this is a lovely little scene in which Harry attempts to comfort Hermione - a scene that is going to cause the more passionate sects of fandom to have heated debates for years to come. The trio does very strong work, as their longtime friendship begins to develop some serious issues (only accentuated by the presence of a cursed object), including some sexually-tinged jealousy that is given genuine weight. There have been some awkward moments along the way, but when all is said and done, they were extremely well cast for these roles and the payoff shows through here, as all three are at their very best in The Deathly Hallows Part 1. Radcliffe, Grint and Watson have literally grown up before our eyes. Personally, not only did I enjoy these scenes in the book, but I love them in the film. The characters are meant to be in a place of frustration and despair, which lasts for quite awhile, and it's understandable how that's not exactly everyone's cup of tea. Even some fans of the books lamented the numerous "camping scenes," which find Harry, Ron and Hermione realizing their plans aren't exactly going well and that little is being accomplished. However, the second half of the movie is dominated by a number of scenes that will likely cause some to split on their viewpoint of this film. Meanwhile, there are effective glimpses at the Nazi-like vibe the Ministry is taking under the Death Eaters' influence, complete with propaganda posters that remind you just how ugly a term "mudblood" is in the Potter reality. And there are certainly some standout setpieces later on too, including a cool bit of animation used to convey a pivotal story told by Hermione during an encounter with new character Xenophilius Lovegood ( Rhys Ifans), plus a particularly nasty run-in with Bellatrix. That's one hell of a talented group making up the Death Eaters! The first half of the film still offers plenty of spectacle and adventure, including a bit of a mini-heist for the trio as they impersonate three Ministry of Magic staffers (via the ever-dependable polyjuice potion), in order to infiltrate the Ministry and get a hold of one of the horcruxes. ![]() Meanwhile, the ever-fantastic Alan Rickman only has one scene as Snape, though it's a memorable one that manages to bring Ralph Fiennes's Voldemort, Helena Bonham Carter's Bellatrix Lestrange, Jason Isaacs' Lucius Malfoy and Timothy Spall's Wormtail, who have previously appeared in various combinations in this series, all together for the first time. There are appearances by series regulars like Hagrid ( Robbie Coltrane), Lupin ( David Thewlis) and the Weasley family early on, but for the most part they all disappear as the trio hits the road. are operating without a safety net for the first time. It becomes crystal clear from the get-go that Harry and Co. All of that is gone here, and it gives Deathly Hallows Part 1 an edgy feel all its own. Even as the films grew darker, the trappings of the school, the staff and the classes (complete with "Awesome New Actor Playing This Year's New Teacher") gave both the characters and the viewers a sense of comfort and familiarity.
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