Product: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)
Rating: 4.0
Worth it for Fiennes Finale!
(Possible spoilers)I agree with many of the other reviewers here regarding the disappointing portrayal of Dumbledore since the replacement of Richard Harris, particularly in this 4th installment. Yet, the wonderfully thought-out performance of Ralph Fiennes as Voldemort makes up for it! I especially enjoyed the interview with him as part of the extras with this edition, because it called attention to details he brought to the character that I may not have noticed otherwise. Until the 6th book was released, the 4th was my favorite in the series, and considering how rich a novel it is, I think the representation of the wizarding schools, the tournament and the growing dangers of this magical world were portrayed quite well overall. Although I initially disliked the 3rd film I find it's become my favorite over time, but the 4th has some wonderful things to offer as well with the talented cast of British actors the franchise has collected throughout the series. Oh, but a little sidenote about a specific moment: I wasn't wild about the modern music at the ball... I understand that the films are attempting to portray a modern wizarding world, but it seemed very out of context with Hogwarts in my opinion. At times this film seemed to be trying a bit too hard for it's own good.