Harry Potter Movies

Rating: 10/10 (17 January 2013)

McKenna Hines Mr. Anderson English 2A 11/1/12
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Looking for a good movie? Or maybe 8? The Harry Potter books have all been made into thrilling movies! Each book has been made into one movie, except the seventh which has been filmed as two. The magical Harry Potter film series are wonderful movies, because of their cast, costumes, sets, and soundtracks, anyone who hasn't seen these movies should.
The first reason everyone should see these movies is, the cast is simply amazing. The cast is a fantastic group of talented actors, who over the course of the ten year filming process have developed even more skills. The acting crew wasn't just picked out of a catalog, for example, "Author J.K. Rowling insisted that the principal cast be British and she got her wish." (Cast) It's important for the actors to be a British majority because it gives the movies a closer image and experience of what the books are like. If this beloved author had a requirement for the making of the films, the product is bound to be great! The Harry Potter cast is an extremely talented group of actors, which causes that everyone should see these wonderful movies!
The second reason everyone should see these movies, is the costumes throughout the series add an authentic touch to each movie. The filmmakers successfully incorporated a sense of commonality between the characters and viewers of the movies. In an article titled "Harry Potter and the Costume Designer," Lucy Snowe wrote, "...it is easy to see why the producers chose an angle that encourages young audiences to see more of themselves in the three heroes of the films." For example, Hermione is often cast in just a plain sweater, a very common wardrobe piece. Hermione is just one of the examples of a character's costume relating to viewers. The sense of mutuality created by the costumes is yet another reason the series should be seen by everyone.
The third reason these movies should be seen by anyone who hasn't already is the sets in this movie series create a scene deserving love. Filmmakers were able to turn usual, normal sites into enchanted houses, stores, classrooms, and much more. Gene Openshaw wrote in an article titled, "Harry Potter Film Sites and Locations by Rick Steves," "Harry's story is set in a magical Britain, and all of the places mentioned in the books, except London, are fictional, but you can visit many real film locations. Many of the locations are closed to visitors, though, or are an nonmagical disappointment in person, unless you're a huge fan" (Openshaw). When visited later, the filmed locations aren't nearly as exciting; the filmmakers were able to create magical scenes in everyday places. The sets in this magical film series add onto the reasons that everyone should see these films.
Finally, movie watchers should see the films because of their amazing soundtracks. "Hedwig's Theme Song" is the theme song used in all the movies. A song analyzer wrote, "Obviously, this piece has a great deal of chromatic movement for it to remain tonal" (Hedwig's). This song is just one of the many instrumental pieces composed for the Harry Potter series. The soundtracks in these movies create a sense of imagination that any person should see!
In conclusion, the Harry Potter movie series are great movies that should be seen by anyone that hasn't seen them. First, the cast is a group of very talented actors joined together to make great movies. Second, the costumes should be loved because they relate to the way viewers dress and create a sense of closeness to the actors. Third, the sets turn day to day places into lovable, magical places. Finally, the soundtracks were composed for the purpose of being loved and magical. Looking for a good movie? Or maybe 8? Watch the Harry Potter series, you should see them if you haven't already!