Michael Gambon

Rating: 8/10 (30 October 2005)

I was very disappointed in the portrayal of Dumbledore by Gambon. Richard Harris brought dignity and a sense of stature to the role , mainly thru his wardrobe. A wizard in his position should be dressed in grandeur, not in what looks like a night robe and skullcap as portrayed by Gambon. I don't think he changed his clothed once in the movie where Harris had many different robes and hats (all wizard approved). And his dirty fingernails...yuck! He must also use "just for men" to remove his white hair and make it gray! Peter O'Toole would have been a better choice and wished those involved would have listened to Harris' family on this matter. From what I see of the previews of the Goblet of Fire, his attire and bathing habits have not changed. D.L.