Will leave more mature audiences unimpressed, especially if they have read the books...

Rating: 5/10 (18 March 2005)

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Quite watchable, but basically a children's film that will leave more mature audiences unimpressed, especially if they have read the novels by J.K. Rowling. The book was exceptionally well-written and this is probably one of the things that draws in the adult reader. The film, on the other hand, whilst a reasonably faithful and engaging adaptation, adds little beyond putting amiable faces to the names of the characters. All very competent and a must see for any 'Potter' fans, but hardly outstanding in its own right.
~ 5/10 ~