dumbledore's agitation a total turn-off

Rating: 7/10 (19 November 2005)

there were so many things that seemed glaringly wrong with the general plot line of this movie that it was difficult at times to understand where the writers and director were trying to take the potter film franchise. however, i wouldn't feel right saying i did not still incredibly enjoy it. it was exciting and i felt so relieved to finally see it after waiting so long. i thought the dark atmosphere was very true to the feel of the book and all the trio's acting was great.
the one major issue i had with the film was the portrayal of dumbledore. he came across agitated and out of control of the situation. in the books and the other films you are always made to feel that dumbledore knew more than everyone else and maybe even had a secret plan to work it all out in the end. in this he was too hyper and troubled. i count on dumbledore to be the mortar holding everyone else up when the worst happens. his normal sarcasm and subtle aura of power were just not there.