Absolutely Fantastic!

Rating: 9/10 (16 July 2011)

Yates continues to cop criticism yet i think what he has done with the movies (Deathly Hallows Part 1 & 2 especially) is amazing! Part 2 picks up right where part 1 left us, at Shell Cottage after the narrow escape from Malfoy Manor. From there on it takes us on a fast paced, action packed adventure and the visual effects that go with it are simply astounding. The movie takes you in with raw emotion aided by some terrific acting and the whole film seems to be crafted so well that it flows beautifully from start to finish. It is the proper goodbye to the series that has captivated millions and been going for 13 years strong. However, I had to take off one star due to one reason. (spoiler alert) The ending of the battle and how it had been changed from the book. Referring of course to the fight between Harry and Voldemort. I understand why it had to be changed, to make it more intense and dramatic for the cinema but i didn't care for it.
Aside from that, it was more than anyone could of asked for and i think it will definitely please most die-hard Harry Potter fans and the average cinema-goer. Special mention to the acting talent of Alan Rickman as Severus Snape, throughout the whole series he has been a scene-stealer and in Deathly Hallows part 2 he couldn't of done a better performance - Academy worthy in my eyes.