Magical beginning to a magical franchise!!!

Rating: 8/10 (30 December 2011)

After having read the Harry Potter novels quite a long time, I was eager to watch the first film. The book was brilliant, and this film was as good, or if not better than the novel. The actors did a great job, even the young trio proved themselves worthwhile. The special effects were brilliant and Chris Colombus easily proved to us that he was the perfect director for the Harry Potter series.
The storyline was very similar to that of the book, unlike later films. This film didn't necessarily include unnecessary scenes that were simply added for special effects. This is a perfect film, from start to finish and it proves exactly what the Harry Potter films are capable of. The trio were adorable, and this film is a must see. 10/10, well done Chris Colombus.