HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS Part 2
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes and Matt Lewis
Directed by: David Yates
Book Written by: J. K. Rolling
MPAA Rating: rated PG-13 for some sequences of intense action violence and frightening images
Genre: Action/Adventure, Sequel
Running Time: 2hrs 10min
Opening Date: July 15, 2011
Distributed by: Warner Bros.
By John Delia and Marisa Ings
It’s all about the action in part two of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. I can see why the filmmakers split the book for this final sequel as it would have been a long and drawn out affair if they hadn’t. The special effects and CGI sparkle in this edition making the action explosive and adventurous.Â
Continuing where part 1 left off, Voldemort is found testing his new all-powerful wand. Harry, Hermione and Ron have smashed another Horcrux (Voldemort’s death escape objects) and are searching for the final three in order to make him vulnerable. When they find them an all out war begins between a horde of Voldemort followers, conjured creatures and the Death Eaters versus the Hogwarts class lead by Neville Longbottom, joining Hermione, Ron and Harry. But the final challenge between Voldemort and Harry strikes the final blow.
Marisa Says: A whole decade done-I can’t believe the saga will not continue. For so many fans, it is sad to see Harry Potter retire to the DVD shelf never to have a new version accompany their collections. Although it’s hard to see the iconic Harry go, do not be sad dear Potter fans, Deathly Hallows Part 2 will offer the closure needed for the end of this long fulfilling relationship.
John Says: I find this episode really exciting, action filled and explosive. The fun here comes with seeing all the characters do battle, solve mysteries and the good guys stand as one. It is an excellent finish to an already amazing franchise. I would be hard pressed to make a decision on which of the 8 films I liked best.
Marisa Says: Yet again, Director David Yates does a fantastic job of transforming a book into a visually pleasing movie filled with tons of tantalizing content, all the while brining out the best of an enormous cast of actors and extras.
John Says: I agree Marisa direction by David Yates who took over in 2007 with the series is courageous and impressive. He puts Harry into the action and in many cases with extras running in all directions yet the focus still stays on his main man. I like the way he brings back Longbottom, the Weasleys and others for one last great performance. His ability to mix CGI with live action puts Yates up with the best of the directors of today.
John Says: Excellent Cinematography makes the film outstanding with amazing clarity even during the most hectic scenes with the cast running in all directions, CGI creatures entering the melee and Harry still the center of attraction. Close-ups of Voldemort are amazingly hard to get due to special make-up, prosthetic pieces and computer graphic blend for his face, but that seemed to be little problem for the camera crew. I give a tip of the hat to the CGI crew for producing an incredible dragon.
Marisa Says: Yes John, as usual, this Potter picture immerses the viewer in a wizarding world with the creation of outstanding settings, costuming, make-up and cinematography. Visually, Deathly Hallows Part 2 lives up to its name.
Marisa Says: If there were ever any misunderstandings or unanswered questions within in the series, Deathly Hallows Part 2 offers an explanation. In this film the entire Potter story does a 360, coming full circle as we find what really happened the night Harry received his infamous scar. Deathly Hallows Part 2 continues the dark drama of Part 1 and leads one to wonder: where do good and bad wizards go when they die? Contrary to the dark atmosphere, however, love is prevalent in this last installment 😉
John Says: And you know Marisa it was fun to see the return to Hogwarts with all the people in the paintings running for cover, the moving staircases taking a lot of the action, Hogwarts castle resisting the onslaught of Voldemort’s wrath and more. And many answers to the puzzling characters that came up during previous episodes are answered, friendships rekindled, and secrets are revealed.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 2 has been rated PG-13 for some sequences of intense action violence and frightening images. See it in 3D and you can reach for a piece of Voldemort.
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John Says: FINAL ANALYSIS:Â A truly good ending to a great series. (A)
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