Oscar Prediction

Rating: 9/10 (12 July 2007)

I feel this film is good on so many levels I wouldn't be surprised, like Return of the King, if it earns an Oscar nomination for Best Picture and Supporting Actress Imelda Staunton. Stands alone as a major motion picture, and not just a kid film. My daughter argues that she didn't feel enough character development, however, even in this coming of age book, the focus is on Harry's' inner turmoil and the theme that hardship and tragedy make you stronger. As more characters have been introduced by Rowling, it is Harry's growth and maturity that remain at the center of the story and I felt that Director David Yates captured this beautifully, along with some fine performances from Daniel Radcliff, Staunton, Alan Rickman, and Evanna Lynch as Luna Lovegood.