It is an action-packed and bittersweet goodbye.

Rating: Null/10 (20 July 2011)

This film hasn't even been out an entire week yet and I've already seen it three times, if that gives you any idea of how amazing it is! Truthfully, I still haven't fully come to terms with the fact that it is actually over. These films have been apart of our lives for ten years, now, and it is bittersweet to say goodbye. But, there is no doubt, it could not have ended in any better way.
It starts exactly where Part 1 left off with Voldemort breaking into Dumbledore's tomb and stealing the Elder Wand. From there, the darkness only spreads as Harry, Ron and Hermione continue on their journey to destroy the last of the Horcruxes. Things get a bit more complicated this go round, though, as Voldemort has realized what they are up to and begins to unleash his wrath of destruction on his mission to kill Harry, which all comes down to an epic and destructive battle at Hogwarts.
As a fan of both the books and films, I went into this finale with the highest of expectations and it still managed to far exceed them. They really just hit the ground running with this one and did not let up.. not for a second. And not only was it an action-packed epic, it was also very emotional.. both in the way certain character's stories unfold and come to an end and that it is, in fact, the very end. Each time I've seen the film I've laughed, I've stayed on the edge of my seat and I've cried.
Daniel Radcliffe's acting abilities were greatly showcased in this film and in certain scenes his performance will give you goosebumps it is so good. At times, yes, they did stray from the books as all the films have, but in the heart of it all it stayed very faithful to J.K. Rowling's magnificent vision, while also enhancing it to a flawless film, adapted wonderfully by Steve Kloves, that has not one dull moment.
David Yates also directed the last three Potter films, but I think this one is his shining moment. The camera work he does is just beautiful and the pacing of the film keeps you immersed in the magic from start to finish; not to mention how he thrust you into the action during the larger than life battle sequences. You couldn't ask for a better film; a better finale; a better experience at the theater.