Glowing Reviews are not justified

Rating: Null/10 (5 June 2004)

Although Columbus left much to be desired, I despise what Cuaron has done to Azkaban. He cut WAY too much out of this movie. If one hasn't read the book, one could be lost. I won't object to a three hour movie. Let the story take up the time it needs. I hate the lighting. It is totally unnatural. The sets , while beautiful, are entirely different from the 1st two movies, and I disliked that. Hogwarts is supposed to be a home and refuge to Harry even when danger threatens. Here the Dursley's house looks more inviting. What is with all the muggle clothing. Different clothing is worn by the entire wizarding world. So why is everyone walking around in jeans?? I was just entirely put off by the set changes and the butchering done to the storyline. I hope that some others finally speak up and bring some sense to the reviews of this movie. The 1st two were by far superior movies, while Rowlings book was better than the 1st two.