Fantastic adaption

Rating: Null/10 (21 November 2001)

I must admit I approached this film with fear in my heart, directed by Chris " bicentenial man" columbus Shudder! and staring unknowns, but I was proved wrong the film stayed true to the book ( although cutting scenes) and all actors involved were top notch, although Alan Rickman was as camp as a row of tents. Some people may come away ( if they haven't read the books) dissapointed that the film meanders without a real plot, but those who've read the Philosiphers stone will know that this is the character film, it introduces you to the people. Then the chamber of secrets throws you into plot driven story. God bless Chris Columbus for not trying to mould the irst book into a typical "film" narrative, you need to be introduced to Harry, Ron, Hermione slowly to appreciate who they are. Roll on the Chamber Of Secrets!