Less than adequate adaptation

Rating: 4/10 (22 November 2005)

The fourth movie in the Harry Potter series does not do the book justice at all. The story lines/scenes within the movie seem rushed and never allow the plot to fully develop. Although it is completely understandable that a 700+ page book needs to be condensed in order to fit it into a watchable movie, there are certain plot points and characters that could have been included without lengthening the movie. I don't think that the series will be able to successfully progress without the explanation of certain key points - future story lines may just stop because there is not a background for them.
Key complaints include: characters are introduced and then forgotten about without much of an explanation, main characters were not accurately portrayed, and scenes were extended past what was in the book.
Although a true fan will not be able to stay away from the theatre, set your expectations low, and see a matinée to save some money.