Could I have asked for a better movie?

Rating: 10/10 (20 July 2006)

Before anybody reads this, I want you all to know that I have read all of the Harry Potter books, and I am a fan of each and every one of them. Saying that, I'd like to express how much of a fan I am of this movie. I must confess that I was a little disappointed that the explanation of Harry's patronus and how it relates to the Marauder's Map was left out, but everything else about this movie made up for it. The music, special effects, acting, scenery, and surprisingly dark and stylish cinematography are all high points of this film. The book is something else, but this movie stands out on its own. I was so astonished and excited on how different this film was from the others, and I think that a change in director was very necessary, and it worked out fantastic. I am an avid fan of both books and movies and their adaptations, and I am able to view a film separate from it's book. This is a brilliant film and I still find it very enjoyable while being a fan of the book as well.