Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows - Part 1 (1-disc version)

I have read many reviews. I like to get the opnion of other people, even when I have my own firm opinion. I was highly dissapointed at the many people who are unhappy with this film. Whether it be for recreational reasons compared to the book or the fact that they think the film being split into two parts is wrong, do not listen. Of course, those people are entitle to an opinion, as am I. But here is what I think : Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 is a flawless, fast paced, spectacular movie. It was, for me, the best film of 2010. The visual effects were amazing, for both creatures and spells. The soundtrack played throughout the film is a work of genius and perfectly sets the mood for this scary, action packed, amusing, heart warming, heart breaking, fantasy movie, packed to the brim with magic and wonder. I was highly surprised and delighted when I received this product earlier than scheduled. I was not expecting it's arrival and found myself flooded with excitement. I immeadiately watched the movie, and all of the extra features, and enjoyed every moment of it. I then watched the movie twice the next day. It is one of those movies that gets better when you watch it and, personally, I find it does not get boring. It is just as good, and better in some ways, than the other Harry Potter movies which I love. This movie lives up to the plot of the book, and more. As with all the movies, scenes have been added to add effect and convey emotion that is too difficult to show otherwise. I found these extra scenes spectacular, adding more emotion the potion that is this amazing work of art. EVen the jokes and dialogue lived up to the book, like George's "Holey" joke. The movie is just as fast paced and exciting as the book, and keeps you wanting to watch more. The extra features of this movie were great. Placing the second disk into the DVD player I wondered how good they were going to be, as throughout the series, the depth of extra features has changed. I was delighted with what I found. An array of deleted scenes which I enjoyed watching just as much as the movie, added to explanation and depth of the story, to the people who may not have read the book. Interviews with the cast and showing the friendships between them all were great to watch and I was very interested and enveloped while watching how some scenes were filmed, like "The Seven Potters Scene", "The sky Battle Scene" and "Godric's Hollow". Overall, I would say the best extra features of any Harry Potter DVD to date. Overall, this is definately worth buying. I am an enormous Harry Potter fan and always have been ( always will be). The plot is perfectly followed and ends with a nice cliffhanger, making you want more. While I could have watched the second part easily, I understand that it would easily take another movie of two and a half hours, to finish this amazing franchise. I really, highly recomend this...one of my favourite purchases in a while, out of the many Harry Potter things I buy.

The Deathly Hallows Part I is by far the best adaptation of the Harry Potter series so far. Whereas the Half Blood Prince took liberties with the plot by including new scenes and skmimming over those which perhaps ought to have been longer, this movie not only is unprecedentedly devoted to the book, but captures the feel of the book exactly, without being overly miserable. This is no mean feat, as the Deathly Hallows is the most difficult and harrowing of the books, particularly with much of it focusing on the trio camping in wildnerness, it could have become tired and repetetive but the movie was very well paced and these scenes were particularly well-handled by the director and actors. I was literally on the edge of my seat for the dramatic, sinister and action-packed parts of the movie and the tensions was brilliantly dispersed throughout, making me jump when I least expected it. More than this, the film managed to be incredibly moving and poignant, while still lightening the mood occasionally with some much needed humour. Of course, there is much less humour in this movie than in its predecessors, but that is to be expected. One of my favourite scenes was in the beginning where Hermione, knowing the danger before her, wiped her parents' memories in order to protect them. Then she walks out of her home and down the street, alone and apparently empty handed, never to return. I would go as far as to say that in this scene the movie surpassed the book, and its poignancy was enhanced by Emma Watson's beatiful portrayal of Hermione, and this movie showcases her incredible talent. There was another particularly beautiful scene, also not actually in the book, where after Hermione and Harry have been left alone by Ron for some weeks, Harry and Hermione, both coming very close to despair, have a dance to a song on the radio in the tent, in an effort to regain some normality, be silly and carefree and cheer themselves up. It could have been crass but it was really touching and exemplified so much- the burden that these teenagers shoulder, who ought to be leading normal lives and enjoying themselves. The cinematography was amazing, and most satisfyingly for me, places like the Malfoy mansion, Godric's Hollow, the Lovegoods' House and the wilderness locations were exactly as I had imagined them! Another reviewer has said that Daniel Radcliffe was the weakest link of the trio, and I can see why, but perhaps this is simply because Watson and Grint have grown so much and surpassed themselves, whereas Radcliffe has always been consistently good. Bill Nighy as Rufus Scrimgeour was also very good, as was a surprising Rhys Iffans as Luna Lovegood's father. There was also a nominal appearance of Dave from Gavin and Stacey! This movie was absolutely stupendous, and as near faultless as I think the Harry Potter series can get. The only criticism I can make is not of the movie itself, but of how many young children I saw in my local cinema. This film is a PG 13- scary in parts (and there was one slightly raunchy scene), and I did feel that it wasn't suitable for young children. Otherwise excellent in every way!

This one is for lovers of the books - not "non fans" or smug critics who do not appreciate the genius of JK Rowling or the original target audience she was aiming to reach with her books i.e 11 to 18 year olds. Or for those who harp on about how it is impossible to recreate the books as the media of film is so different - duhhh. With the money Warner's are making - anything is possible and thankfully this has come to pass..... I think I have been to the cinema about 3 times in the last 10 years, but had to see this one. I was prepared to be a bit dissapointed, as I have been from Prisoner onwards. However this film is very close to the book, even going so far as to mop up plotlines missed or skirted around in the other films. The tone of the movie is set from the outset, with poignant scenes of Hermione and Harry leaving their family homes never to return. Didn't even mind that they missed out Dudley's epiphany with regard to Harry. The escape scene was comedic then epic in equal measure. The wedding at the Burrow was rushed but all the important parts were there. Criticism has been levelled at the long shots of the British countryside during the camping phase. I think that people who poo-poo these are missing the point - they set the tone of the character's isolation and separation from the rest of their world. Plus, what an advert for British tourism! The finding of the Sword of Gryffindor and the visit to Godric's Hollow were spot on. The capture by the snatchers and the scenes at the Malfoy's manor were brilliant, thanks in no small part, to Helena Bonham-Carters joyously spiteful portrayal of Bellatrix. I'm also so glad they included Dobby this time as he has been a key character that was badly missed from previous efforts. This film takes us as far as the arrival at Shell Cottage and of the theft of Dumbledore's wand by Voldermort. Assumedly, the next film will kick off with the break in of the Lestrange vault and the escape from Gringotts by dragon. If the makers have given the same care and attention to the final film - I absolutely cannot wait!

This one hits the mark in all the right ways. It just doesn't seem rushed at all, and for that we have to applaud the decision to split the final book in two. Finally we get a Harry Potter film which isn't desperately trying to cram too much plot into too short a span. The cinematography is superb throughout and there is time to sit back and soak up the atmosphere. I got a real sense of the enormity of the the task Harry and friends were trying to accomplish. Sure there are some great action sequences but I thought it excelled at creating menace out of the darkness and melancholy out of the isolated British countryside. It seemed like the films had matured in the same way the books did. Gone are the protective walls of Hogwarts and the comforting presence of Dumbledore and Hagrid, the parties, Quidditch matches, classrooms and dorms. Even Christmas has grown up - no longer the exuberance of presents, snow fights and trips to Hogsmeade but rather the more reflective and sombre occasion it sometimes becomes as we grow older, here shown at the graveyard at Godric's Hollow. Previously my favourite scene from the movies had been Harry meeting Buckbeak for the first time in Prisoner of Azkaban but there are a wealth of great scenes in this one too, some quite unexpected like Harry and Hermione dancing in the tent, the ethereal Patronus doe in the dark of the forest, Hermione remembering her childhood in the icy Forest of Dean and the pell mell chase through the trees pursued by the Snatchers. Most importantly though the friendship and bond shared by Harry, Ron and Hermione really comes across strongly, which is what should always be at the heart of all of the Harry Potter books and films. I'm certainly looking forward to seeing the final two halves together when the last film is finally in our hands - it's going to be amazing.

The movie is absolutely amazing some may even regard it as the best harry potter movie of the entire franchise!! With quick delivery, amazing prices and great service from amazon watching this movie will be a blast! The acting is amazing from all three stars especially Rupert Grint who plays Ron, shows a slight possessive and jealous side to himself, when he feels suspicious of Harry and Hermione's closeness. Emma Watson is a fashion icon we all know that but she proves herself with versatility with every harry potter movie,the way Hermione is feeling emotions of confusion, pain and compulsion between choosing friendship and coming on terms with her own personal feelings for Ron is ecstatic; she truly is a wonderful actress and will have a great future. Daniel Radcliffe has grown before us through our own eyes over the years not only physically but his acting has improved too. The way he displays anger and frustration towards Dumbledore who he feels left him with an impossible task, along with his 'connection' to Voldemort getting stronger and powerful (and the name being tabooed ofcourse), he shows how Harry has developed over the last decade by carrying the burden of the entire wizard beings he is the only one that can save his kind, whether pureblood, halfblood or even muggleborns. The final wizarding franchise all depends on Harry and as he is figuring himself along with his friends and their loyalties potter world has never been madder;a must!!!!!!

Good

I loved the film the first time I saw it in the cinema. The Ministry of Magic bit is a part which I especially enjoyed along with the end sequence. The part in Godric's Hollow was particularly creepy. The only thing was I thought the parts while they were camping seemed to drag on a bit, but that didn't stop me seeing it twice more. After seeing it three times I've realised that the camping part doesn't actually take up too much of the film, it is just the slowest part of the film so it seems longer. Also after the 3rd time, I am sure that this is the best of the Harry Potters! The characters are brilliant, and fans of the books should be pleased by the amount they managed to fit in. The animated 'Three Brothers' sequence was brilliant! And the acting and special effects was perfect. Also, the part where Ron destroys the locket was chilling! And Emma Watson particularly played a brilliant villain in her evil Hermione form. Bellatrix, Dobby, Umbridge, Hagrid, Mad Eye and Fred and George were probably my favourite characters in this film, excluding of course the main three. The only thing I would say is that they didn't explain Harry's mirror, which only fans of the books would probably be able to understand, and they didn't properly explain the return of Fleur, how come she's suddenly engaged to Bill? But this is because of faults of the previous films, the Half Blood Prince being the worst so far, as it could have easily included Rufus Scrimgeour and Fleur, and although admittedly the fourth film was already long enough without Dobby, I'm sure he could have been brought into the fifth one, which although the longest book was the shortest film... Anyway, the seventh is definately the best! Preorder it now!!

Very good pleased with item

Der Film, der sich eng an das Buch hält, hat mir wesentlich besser gefallen als die literarische Vorlage. Er zeichnet sich durchgehend durch einen ernsten Grundton aus, sodass die Bedrohung durch Voldemort greifbar wird. Es ist keine Szene "überflüssig" oder deplatziert. Die Ohnmacht des Trios wie auch der "guten" Seite, dem fast allmächtigen Voldemort schutzlos ausgeliefert ohne ein Mittel zu finden, seine Macht zu brechen, zeigt sich in jeder Szene und ist das Grundmotiv des Filmes. Schon der Beginn fällt ins Auge, als der Zaubereiminister Rufus Scrimegour eingeführt wird, als er in einer Pressekonferenz vor Voldemort warnt. Er ist sympathischer gezeichnet als in der Buchvorlage, aber er wirkt glaubwürdig und beeindruckend. Dies gilt auch für seinen zweiten - und letzten - Auftritt bei der Aushändigung des Testaments. Nichts von Häme und Hass, sondern konzentrierter Ernst, gepaart mit trauriger Verzweiflung, fast um die Vergeblichkeit seiner Aufgabe wissend: dies verkörpert Bill Nighy ganz hervorragend. Ganz überragend hat Emma Watson als Hermine gespielt. Schon wie sie zu Beginn ihren Eltern per Gedächtniszauber jegliche Erinnerung an sie nimmt, um die Eltern zu schützen, ist sehr beeindruckend. Und dies beweist sie im weiteren Verlauf des Filmes in jeder Szene, v.a. beim Streit mit Ron. Auch Rupert Grint ist erwachsen geworden und kommt - v.a. beim Streit - glaubhaft herüber. Nichts mehr von dem teilweise übertrieben wirkenden Ron aus Film 6. Und auch Dan Radcliff spielt - v.a. bei den emotionalen Szenen - wirklich gut. Besonders beeindruckend - für mich der Höhepunkt des Filmes - die Friedhofsszene, als er mit Hermine am Grab seiner Eltern steht und sie sich dennoch "frohe Weihnachten" wünschen. Eine so ergreifende Szene habe ich bislang in keinem der früheren Filme sehen können. Auch seine Verzweiflung in den Sekunden vor dem Erscheinen der Hirschkuh ist echt. Auch Dan Radcliff liefert meiner Meinung nach eine sehr gute schauspielerische Leistung ab. Inhaltlich stimmte fast alles. Sehr gekonnt wird die Hilflosigkeit des Trios beschrieben, angesichts der rudimentären Angaben von Dumbledore die Horcruxe zu finden und zu zerstören. Die Reise Harrys und Hermines nach Godric`s Hollow bekommt einen doppelten Sinn, der m.W. so in der Buchvorlage nicht vorhanden war: sie vermuten, dass Voldemort dort einen Horcrux versteckt haben könnte und sie vermuten dort das Schwert von Gryffindor. Godric`s Hollow ist also im Film kein reiner "Erinnerungstrip" zu Harrys Geburtsort und dem Ort, an dem seine Eltern starben, sondern der Abstecher dorthin hat eine Funktion. Die Horcrux-Szene ist einfach klasse: wie Harry und Hermine als Horcruxe erstehen und Ron trietzen und so seine innersten Ängste treffen ist ein weiterer Höhepunkt des Films. Wie Voldemort dann sagt: ich habe Dein Herz gesehen, Harry Potter. Überhaupt Ralph Fiennes als Voldemort: wie fand ich die Todesserversammlung im Buch so abstoßend und wie eindrucksvoll ist sie im Film gelungen. Das Grauen, die Bedrohung, die Angst von Lucius und die Demütigung sowohl von Lucius als auch von Charity Burbage durch Voldemort haben mir eine Gänsehaut über den Rücken gejagt. Voldemort poltert nicht. Leise, kalt, gibt er einen Schurken ab, wie ihn JKR nicht hätte besser erfinden können und der sich vom Buch-Voldemort um Längen unterscheidet. Dies unterstreicht auch die grandiose Schlussszene, als Voldemort auf dem Höhepunkt seiner Macht erscheint: er grinst den toten Dumbledore im Grab diabolisch an und benutzt - berauscht von seiner vermeintlichen Macht - den Elderstab, den er gleich ausprobiert. Eine eindrucksvolle Szene. Eindrucksvoll ist auch die Sterbeszene von Dobby und die ganzen Malfoy-Manner-Aufnahmen. Eine wahnsinnige und wahnsinnig gute Helena Bonham Carter als Bellatrix, wie sie Hermine foltert, jagt einem Schauer über den Rücken. Dobbys Tod - ergreifend. Kritiken habe ich keine. Ich hätte mir die Hintergrundhandlung der Regulus-Black-Geschichte, erzählt von Kreacher, etwas ausführlicher gewünscht und die Szene des Eindringens im Ministerium fand ich teilweise zu slapstickartig. Auch über den Tod von Mad-Eye-Moody wurde mir zu schnell hinweggegangen, der Angriff der Todesser auf die sieben Potters kam mir zu kurz und abgehakt vor. Aber ansonsten: erste Sahne, ein ganz eindrucksvoller Film, der - aufgrund der glaubhaften Atmosphäre der Bedrohung, aufgrund ausgezeichneter schauspielerischer Leistungen des Trios und insbesondere Ralph Fiennes als Voldemort der Film, der mich am meisten beeindruckt hat. Ob er wirklich der beste aller HP-Filme ist, mag ich nach dem ersten Sehen noch nicht zu beurteilen. Um mir hier ein Urteil für ein endgültiges Fazit zu bilden, muss ich den Film noch häufiger sehen. Aber eines steht fest: von allen Filmen von David Yates ist es meines Erachtens auf jeden Fall der Beste!

lt is a very good print of a fantastic film, at a very reasonable cost ! A great deal !

2Dのソフトは全作品所有しているので、死の秘宝の新品の3Dソフトを探していました。 なかなか安価な物が無くて… (中古品では有るのですが) 諦めずに探した甲斐がありました！ 現在では、3Dの視聴環境がない方が多数だと思いますが、やはり2Dとはひと味違った没入感を体験出来ハリー・ポッターの世界を堪能しています。 後はPART2 最終章の3Dソフト(新品を安価に)を早く手に入れたいと願うばかりです…。

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Given that the concluding novel in the Harry Potter series covers so much in terms of plot and characterization, it is fitting that the movie was divided into two parts. I was quite wary about this latest installment in the HP franchise after some of the liberties taken with HP and the Half-Blood Prince (though I still loved it). I feel that HP and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 is one of the most (if not, the most) faithful adaptation of a HP novel to be brought to the silver screen. There is a perfect synergy of all the elements that made me fall in love with the story of HP as written in the books - great characterization made possible by credible and amazing acting; gorgeous cinematography; a score that perfectly captures the angst, tension, and drama of the unfolding story; and special effects that awe without overwhelming the audience or detract from the story. The only thing I'd like to mention and I feel is important is that this particular installment really does require prior knowledge of the Harry Potter novels. This movie takes it for granted that viewers will be able to fill in the blanks, like why does Hermione have to perform a spell on her parents which erases her existence from their memories? Throughout the movie, little snippets of Potter lore are sprinkled about which will delight any devoted fan but might confound and frustrate any newcomer to the series (which is why I would recommend starting from the first movie and working one's way through the series, in order). To really understand all that is going on, and the significance of certain things unfolding during the movie, I would recommend reading the book (to be able to see a particular scene and think, "That's exactly how I imagined it would happen!" or "Ahh, so that's the significance of the ..." was an enriching and immensely satisfying experience for me). I am not going to rehash the plot in detail - basically, this movie takes off some time after HP and the Half-Blood Prince ended. Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) sends the Dursleys off to a safe spot as he prepares to go on his quest for the remaining Horcruxes which hold parts of Voldemort's soul. He is joined by best pals Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) and Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint). Part One of Deathly Hallows traces the trio's journey and sense of aimlessness (for they know not where the remaining horcruxes are); tension and strife between Ron and Harry; Hermione's sadnesss at losing Ron briefly; the constant pressure of being on the run; and perhaps most significantly, discovering that each of them truly have a purpose, that it is together and not individually that they are able to gain advantage over the Dark Lord. The actors who play the leads have truly come into their own and it is just amazing to see these young actors mature into and inhabit each of their roles with credibility and assurance, playing their characters with great depth. It is even more amazing given that they have been playing these roles for more than a decade, yet never do they show that they are tiring of their roles or just doing it for the money - there's real passion here. My only grouse is that Snape (Alan Rickman) does not get much screen time, but I'm sure that will be redressed in Part Two where he plays a more significant role. Helena Bonham-Carter was a hoot to watch as usual, playing the maniacal role of Bellatrix Lestrange with a fervor unmatched by any screen villainess in recent time (at least in my opinion). Ralph Fiennes portrays the Dark Lord with a credible sense of evil and malignancy, though his appearances in this installment are mainly via flashbacks and Harry's connection with the Dark Lord's thoughts. Three things that caught my interest (well, many things actually, but these three were unique): The dramatization of the tale of the three brothers, i.e. the Peverell brothers was done via animation, and it is gloriously done, with understatement yet is effective in conveying to the viewer the significance of this tale to Harry's quest. Another was the controversial scene between Harry and Hermione (spoiler ahead!) - Hermione and Harry are shown in an intimate embrace during a confrontation with the Dark Lord's soul and Ron who has been beseeched with doubts regarding their relationship flounders whilst the clock is ticking. This scene was tastefully done, and not explicit at all (except for kissing), so the PG-13 rating is safe! Finally, the scenes of persecution against the Mud-Bloods were so well-done and captured the hysteria that was so reminiscent of another time in the past, i.e. Nazi Germany during WW II. Overall, I feel this is a great set-up to the final installment in the HP series, and will especially please ardent fans of the novels. There is a perfect blend of drama, tension, bleakness, and even humor. Recommended!