a fitting conclusion

Rating: Null/10 (17 August 2011)

The long awaited denouement of the epic Harry Potter series finally arrives in this thrilling final chapter of the now ten-year-old franchise. Beginning where the last installment left off, the intrepid Harry teams with loyal friends Ron and Hermione to try and find the remaining horcruxes and uncover the key to defeating the evil Voldemort once and for all. Along the way, Harry uncovers some shocking secrets and braces himself for what will be the ultimate battle of his young lifetime. About as entertaining a finale as one could hope for, with sure-handed direction, swift pacing, engaging characters, startling revelations at just the right moments, and amazing effects that create a world of magic, wonder, and mysticism. Long, but has more than enough tricks up its sleeve to keep things fun throughout. ***½