Product: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)
Rating: 3.0
Magical, but Dark
I wish I had a dollar every time Ron Weasley (Rupert Gint) says "Bloody Hell!" in Goblet of Fire. There is some sexual innuendo as well that was completely absent in the three preceding films. It is like the director is trying to mature the audience - make them more grown-up - to prepare them for the dark turn the franchise is taking.The story takes place as fourth-year Harry has his name mysteriously entered in the Tri-Wizard Tournament, a dangerous magic Olympics between three schools of magic. Romance ensues as the stalwart Victor Krum pursues Hermione, and Harry has a huge crush on Cho Chang, a fellow Hogwart's student. Not to mention Hagrid is sweet on the headmistress of Beaux Baton School of Magic for Girls. Harry is haunted by a recurring dream about Lord Voldemort. The World Cup of Quidditch also takes place, where Voldemort's supporters make a terrifying appearance.Nevertheless, Goblet of Fire is vastly entertaining with astounding special effects. Very magical atmosphere, with the real terror held off towards the end. Two deaths in the film are sobering.