An ending, just not a stand alone movie

Rating: 6/10 (10 December 2011)

Perhaps more than any other of the series, this movie has no standing on it's own. While better viewed in order, any of the first six could be viewed and enjoyed on their own with someone unfamiliar with the books or previous movies. This movie requires having seen the seventh movie at the very least, and probably really needs all the previous movies to be enjoyed (but those that have seen those movies are the prime target).
The movie contained your typical good/evil battle, with no real surprises amongst the characters. Yes, I know that.... Again, obvious.
There was lots of action, lots of explaining. Just not a lot of fun. Although it would have been rather long, the final book as one movie would have been better, with the explanations woven in the longer movie, rather than needing to dominate this movie. But that simply would not be as profitable for the Potter industry.