It's the Wonderful of Harry Potter...

Rating: Null/10 (15 November 2001)

A truly engaging film that does applause the achievements of J.K. Rowlings! The storyline is phenomenally creative, yet simple enough to present a lesson of friendship, bravery and love. Truly a lovely and enchanting tale that focuses on good against evil, but without the usual condescending hoopla! Unique in every aspect that will touch any child's imagination, bewildering them with a touch of Tom Brown School Days, Oliver Twist; and even Christmas Carol. What makes a better story for children than a tale about an abused young orphan who gradually finds out that he has a lot to offer to his precious world? Sure, this movie may not have the jaw-dropping appeal, craved by some. But the GCI effects play well to pump up great charm, mystery, and bountiful of fun. Watching the Quidditch match and the host of owls sweeping through the dining room is already worth the price of the tix! The interior of Hogwart School is so unbelievably extravagant, from the dining room to the staircase and then to the common room. I was simply mesmerized. And Daniel Radcliffe is a welcomed Harry Potter. This young actor speaks with his eyes, and not with his gestures, and I love the way the camera focuses on his expressive eyes. He has the image of the sort of kid we would love to have in our home and school! So idealistically pure, gentle and specialÂ… even in mischief! My only wish is to see him putting out more gusto with his humor and defiance as the book's Harry. And the overall cast of actors? Very delightful, and so true to the book characters! Little Ron Weasley's performance is tops piping out cool and unexpected humor during the most insignificant times. And Alan Rickman as Professor Snape: this guy actually sends chills down my spine! Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid awesome: better than my image of the book character. And Maggie Smith's Professor McGonagall strict, yet with a heart of gold! Yep, lots of actors in an amazing line-up of extraordinary portraitures! Thumbs up to Chris Columbus he certainly has the knack to grip even a six-year old child's attention. Sure, there are scary parts, but created with taste for the kids in mind. It's a fast paced movie that has certainly succeeded in bringing the wonderful world of Harry Potter to the silver screen! Definitely a must-see movie for every child between the ages of six to fourteen, and for anyone longing for some magical moments in his/her life!