Disappointed

Rating: 6/10 (9 September 2007)

New director ruined the movie. That says it all. Yes, the book was way too big to bring it fully to the screen, it lacked action and contained too many intrigues and political nuances. It was hard to screen, but I'm sure, doable. Why not Mr. Columbus? Why not Mr. Cuaron? Why, at least, Mr. Newell, who's dark and depressive, but still whole and logical adaptation of the fourth book was quite watchable? But this, I-don't-know-who director, that has no big experience..
His movie looks torn apart. Cutting is awful. For viewer, unfamiliar with the book, events are odd and happening without order and logical connection between them. Such an "Blair Witch" effect in all. Special effects stepped down (remember, for example, talking through chimney with Sirius now and before).
Having watched all movies in a row, I stumbled upon last - like beautiful ladder suddenly ended with a missing footstep. Such a pity!