Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

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JoslynW.Nov 18, 2005

The BEST one yet!!

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A.d.W.Nov 18, 2005

Seemed very very rushed - almost should have made two movies out of the book - too much information for 1 movie - FX were great - The young actors were great and carried the movie, Watson and Radcliff are fine actors - I missed some of the Seemed very very rushed - almost should have made two movies out of the book - too much information for 1 movie - FX were great - The young actors were great and carried the movie, Watson and Radcliff are fine actors - I missed some of the previous 3 movies "touches" - the theme music is hidden in a new "darker" form which is missed and the music just wasn't as memorable as in the previous movies- Snape is not as menacing as he was in number 3 and Michael Gambon has got to read the books - his potrayal of Dumbledore was much much better in The Prisioner of Azkaban. He does push and shove his way through this one - which Dumbledore just doesn't have to do. Harry seems very slow to react and clueless in all the tasks yet he wins - I seem to remember the book to be like that so no real compliant - just kinda odd - one of the champions and he hasn't a clue - All in all a good film and much to like but I liked 3 better- Goblet of Fire just doesn't seem to have as much charm as Prisoner of Azkaban did.… Expand

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BenA.Nov 18, 2005

Absolutely Astonishingly Good. Loved it!

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BobX.Nov 18, 2005

Just saw it, pretty decent flick but if you need more assurance you can see that Michael Scraglow has given it his patented seal of crap low ratings. A Scraglow high rating is the kiss of death.

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AshleyNov 18, 2005

This movie was the best one yet. I saw the midnight showing, the theater was packed, and it was a lot of fun. GOF is dark, scary, funny, sad... it runs the gamut of emotions. GO SEE IT!!!!!!!

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D.PerezNov 19, 2005

Do people really think it's possible to capture evry detail of a 754 page book in a two and a half hour movie. Some things were left out, but overall it captured the most important aspects of the story with incredible performances and Do people really think it's possible to capture evry detail of a 754 page book in a two and a half hour movie. Some things were left out, but overall it captured the most important aspects of the story with incredible performances and special effects. The best movie yet!!!… Expand

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DustinW.Nov 19, 2005

I have read the books about 5 times, and noticed things that were cut...and I didnt care at all! It made up for it for being able to make such a good movie out of such a LONG book...the acting including Dan,Emma,Rupert,Maggie,Michael, were I have read the books about 5 times, and noticed things that were cut...and I didnt care at all! It made up for it for being able to make such a good movie out of such a LONG book...the acting including Dan,Emma,Rupert,Maggie,Michael, were amazing and my favorite was Fiennes(he was amazing...I loved his Voldemort...amazing work from him), the effects were seamless and very good, and while I missed Cuaron,Newell did a fantastic job...the best in the series...and(so far) my favorite movie of the year...I cannot wait to see what they do with OotP...… Expand

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BsAtNov 19, 2005

I got one word for this movie and thats "wow."

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AlishaNov 19, 2005

Overall, this is an enjoyable film. But it left me wondering how much different it would've been had the visionary Alfonso Cuaron directed it. I have a feeling that all of its shortcomings come from it's inability to be adapted Overall, this is an enjoyable film. But it left me wondering how much different it would've been had the visionary Alfonso Cuaron directed it. I have a feeling that all of its shortcomings come from it's inability to be adapted well into a movie. I am not sorry that they cut out a lot of the plot from the novel, but the pacing was terrible and there were several loose ends that were never resolved. All of the key moments were cut short in favor of showy visual effects, and it left the viewer wondering what actually happened. At some points it seemed as if Steve Kloves and Mike Newell were having an argument about which plot points should be admitted into the film, and then as a compromise they would introduce the point, but never resolve it. Its predecessor, the Prisoner of Azkaban, was a much better FILM, while this movie probably was better when it comes to what Harry Potter fans are looking for.… Expand

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DaveNov 19, 2005

I have read all of the books, only once though. The 3rd movie dispointed me quite a bit, changing much of the plot from the book. Going into this movie I was still expecting a lot and was generally not let down. Considering the amount of I have read all of the books, only once though. The 3rd movie dispointed me quite a bit, changing much of the plot from the book. Going into this movie I was still expecting a lot and was generally not let down. Considering the amount of content from the book...700 some pages, I think a good job was done in boiling the book down to its core so that it would work as a movie. There are many bits, some small others not, from the book that have been left out, but only a few of them I would have liked to see in the movie. Special effects were great, and I liked the "horror-movie" musical score, it seemed to help create suspense quite well. The acting has improved significantly, Harrys tears at the end seemed believable and true and Ron's jealousy was played well. Overall a good movie, not great but enjoyable.… Expand

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ClintM.Nov 21, 2005

When so many big budget movies being made are crap (ie: Fantastic Four ... which for some reason audiences seemed to love?!) it's always nice to be entertained and treated to something that's worth watching! I'm not sure if I When so many big budget movies being made are crap (ie: Fantastic Four ... which for some reason audiences seemed to love?!) it's always nice to be entertained and treated to something that's worth watching! I'm not sure if I put this one ahead of "Azkaban" but it's definitely standing there next to it. It was wonderfully acted, deliciously creepy and visually arresting. I'll be seeing it again very shortly!… Expand

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RoleenAnthonyB.Nov 21, 2005

I didnt see any HP films ever made except this one. Its the grandest and boldest of them all. [Ed: Huh?] From the Quiditch Cup ( which a bit upsetting ) to Voldemorts rise, trully magical! From the lovely ladies of Hogwarts and Beauxbaton. I didnt see any HP films ever made except this one. Its the grandest and boldest of them all. [Ed: Huh?] From the Quiditch Cup ( which a bit upsetting ) to Voldemorts rise, trully magical! From the lovely ladies of Hogwarts and Beauxbaton. The Legolas of Harry Potter which is Cedric Diggory, it was all perfect. I dont bother what they'd cut in the movie. Because all I can say, it was breathlessly fantastic! two thumbs up for Goblet of Fire movie!… Expand

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ThomasM.Nov 21, 2005

What an amazing film! By far the best harry potter film of the bunch. This film just took my breath away. I loved it! It was so emotional esp. at the end, so many people in the theater were crying. It was a great movie. Go see it!

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CameramsMayNov 20, 2005

Best Harry Potter movie, yet. Though the movie was long for this genre, it wasn't possible to capture all of the nuances of the book (I would have preferred a longer film with more of the book's storyline). However, it captured the Best Harry Potter movie, yet. Though the movie was long for this genre, it wasn't possible to capture all of the nuances of the book (I would have preferred a longer film with more of the book's storyline). However, it captured the mood of the book stunningly. The special effects were good, but not overwhelming. A few of the scenes given minor play in the book were overly long in the movie (e.g. Moaning Myrtle and the bath). Although dark and more adult than the other films, this film kept its sense of humour throughout. I suspect that those who have read the book, as I have, will find the movie much less confusing than those who have not; for example, it is not possible to fully understand the climax of the movie without having read the book, though one doesn't need to comprehend it in its entirety to enjoy the film (without giving too much away for those who haven't seen the film, think "ghosts" of Harry's mum and dad). I saw the film with my husband, my three children and two of my chidren's friends. Husband thought the film was OK (not having read the book) and the children and I quite loved it. The children were disappointed that so much of the book was left out, and felt that the movie was "way too short"! Considering the length of this film, I consider that, in and of itself, to be a positive review on their parts. They were riveted. I agree with some other reviewers about two things, however - neither Dumbledore nor Voldemort were quite accurately represented. However, that did not decrease our enjoyment of the film.… Expand

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MitchellF.Nov 21, 2005

I can help but wonder what the movie would be like if they went by the book. Although this was a good adaptation if the forth book, and had great special effects...they tried to pack a 600 page book into 2 hours and 17 minutes. It was I can help but wonder what the movie would be like if they went by the book. Although this was a good adaptation if the forth book, and had great special effects...they tried to pack a 600 page book into 2 hours and 17 minutes. It was skipping all over the place. All in all I recommend this movie for all you Harry Potter fans. The effects are great, the acting is good and Emma Watson is hot.… Expand

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FixatingNov 21, 2005

I enjoyed it...but I could have done with less sweeping panoramic shots of the landscape and more of the story. I'll be interested to see what was cut when the dvd comes out.

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JulioM.Nov 20, 2005

This is the best Harry Potter movie ever made. Voldemort is Great. Hermione is so beautiful. This Movie is perfect. Mike Newell thanks!!!

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AshleyW.Nov 20, 2005

Though many critics wish to complain about how things were "left out", I personally being a major fan of the books found this film to be near perfection. I mean LotR could be said to do the same but with so much material to cover how is a Though many critics wish to complain about how things were "left out", I personally being a major fan of the books found this film to be near perfection. I mean LotR could be said to do the same but with so much material to cover how is a verbatim film version to take place without being 10 hours long ! Bottom-line, Goblet of Fire was a thrilling well-paced movie that is sure to ensnare old and new fans alike.… Expand

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KellyK.Nov 22, 2005

I thought that this movie was a fantastic, frightening film. All the characters grow up and there seems to be some love in the air. I think that this movie will be and is one of the best Harry Potter movies we have seen yet so far. I do hope I thought that this movie was a fantastic, frightening film. All the characters grow up and there seems to be some love in the air. I think that this movie will be and is one of the best Harry Potter movies we have seen yet so far. I do hope that they other Harry Potter movies will be met to expectations or better.… Expand

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LewisM.Nov 23, 2005

Great movie, ashamed they had to leave out so much though - should have either been longer or split into two movies.

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PaulF.Nov 23, 2005

The visuals were incredible, better than I even seen them. The acting was very good but not great. I loved the theme of occultism, any well done entertainment in this field facinates me. Overall I give this movie a 9.6 out of ten. A few The visuals were incredible, better than I even seen them. The acting was very good but not great. I loved the theme of occultism, any well done entertainment in this field facinates me. Overall I give this movie a 9.6 out of ten. A few scenes were disjointed like the areana cut to the tents scene and the Ballroom scene cut to the argument. Also the reaction to one of the death scenes was a bit cliche. I thought a different approach could have been used which would have been much more powerful. Overall this movie was great and is one of the best examples of what modern entertainment has to offer. We truly have come a long way, at least when hollywood tries to make an effort.… Expand

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RyanC.Nov 23, 2005

I felt like a loser going to this movie by myself (I'm 28), but I'm glad I did. Easily the best of the series. It's too bad it took them this long to make such an engaging Potter film. I guess it took an English director to I felt like a loser going to this movie by myself (I'm 28), but I'm glad I did. Easily the best of the series. It's too bad it took them this long to make such an engaging Potter film. I guess it took an English director to properly translate the books to film.… Expand

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RalphP.Nov 24, 2005

It was brilliant. The best yet.

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BobbiG.Nov 24, 2005

This, I must say, is the best of all previous editions to the Harry Potter series. In this movie, I found the introduction to be very choppy and disoriented. Being a rather large fan of Rowling's books, I noted several things that This, I must say, is the best of all previous editions to the Harry Potter series. In this movie, I found the introduction to be very choppy and disoriented. Being a rather large fan of Rowling's books, I noted several things that should have been added in to make sceen to sceen changes move smoother through out the movie. Yes, I am quite aware of what it takes to create a film and many beloved things in the books have to be taken out, but some of the things they did keep seemed unessessary and could have been replaced with another sceen somewhere else in the script. I do, however, think there is an admirable balance between graphics and acting. The wonderful fantastical events, like dragons and Port Key travel, were awesome in graphics. At this point, it is less believable that charactors such as Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton 18) and Ron Weasley(Rupert Grint 17) were really 14. By the time the charactors have reached seventh year, the actors will be in their early twenties. I know that changing actors is very risky business, but I am sure that Draco legally able to by Alcohol in the USA is quite a ridiculous thing. I do admire the actors increasing skill and maturity throughout the film series. Thank you for your time.… Expand

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SarahNov 25, 2005

I think this movie was excellent, i felt it was funny and had many action in it, and it was a very good film i love the fact that everyone is changing and it makes them seem much older but it was very good film.

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JenB.Nov 26, 2005

Very enjoyable but it felt a big long. My favourite scene was Hermione appearing in her ball dress - after putting up with Ron's crap for so long it was fantastic to see her get one back. The whole adolesence/relationship thing was I Very enjoyable but it felt a big long. My favourite scene was Hermione appearing in her ball dress - after putting up with Ron's crap for so long it was fantastic to see her get one back. The whole adolesence/relationship thing was I thought in the end more enjoyable than the 'magic'. Both my kids loved it, and hey after all isn't that what it's all about. Although my son, (14) questioned why they left so much out. Personally I'm glad they left Dobby out and Hermione's obsession with the rights of house elves, but he liked those bits in the books. Different people like different things I guess. I recommend it.… Expand

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JerryNov 27, 2005

It's a winner- don't believe any of the naysayers. I have seen (and read) them all & this is the best, so far. The only regative is the inability to tell the entire story- but almost 3 hours is a comprise. Read "Directors Cut. "

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TomG.Nov 27, 2005

Brilliant. George Lucas should hire JK Rowling to write his dialogue. If not for the LOTR trilogy this would be the greatest series of films since the original Star Wars.

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MarkB.Nov 28, 2005

The first two films in the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and...Chamber of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus, resemble what Harry Potter movies would look like if Harry's school chum Ron Weasley had been a film The first two films in the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and...Chamber of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus, resemble what Harry Potter movies would look like if Harry's school chum Ron Weasley had been a film director: like Ron, Columbus is generally quite competent at what he does, often a bit better when he applies himself, and generally he gets the job done. Potter movie #3, ...Prisoner of Akzaban, done by Alfonso Cuaron, resembles the work of Hermoine Grainger: smarter and more talented than most other folks out there, but trying so hard to make an impression or put an individual stamp on the material, that the result was more than a little off-putting (as the film's slightly disappointing box office and middling Metacritic viewer score illustrates). Mike Newell, who helmed ...Goblet of Fire, does so like Harry himself in his 4th year at Hogwarts: definitely facing some daunting challenges, he does so successfully and with confidence. As several other posters noted, Newell's and writer Steve Kloves' hardest task was to whittle down a 700-plus page book into a two and 1/2 hour film, and there's no question that something gets lost in the translation: I really liked the book's funny but heartfelt subplot involving Hermoine's lonely battle for House Elf Liberation, which is nowhere to be found here, and certain minor but significant characters (like Miranda Richardson's delightfully tart tabloid reporter Rita Skeeter) get significantly shortchanged. (On the other hand, my favorite Potter supporting figure, the endearingly clumsy Neville Longbottom, gets HIS role increased!) A friend once observed that perhaps J.K. Rowling's books would be better translated as TV miniseries than movies, because it wouldn't matter how long they ran and nothing would have to be omitted. I can't argue too much with her, but given what it was required to do, ...Goblet of Fire streamlined and intensified Rowling's material admirably. It focuses on the four-contestant wizard's contest almost out of the starting gate (Rowling doesn't really start on it until after over 300 pages); it allows the film to snowball in intensity as it goes along, successfully raises the stakes on the life-or-death importance of Harry's battles with Lord Voldemort, and allows Newell to show off his special-effects / action movie skills (which have grown considerably since his one other contribution to the fantasy-horror genre, 1980's forgettable Charlton Heston Egyptian mummy opus The Awakening). That's why the Hogwarts' formal ball that occurs midway through the film works as well as it does: it serves as intermission, comic relief, character analysis, study of the Hogwarts' kids as adolescents...and a chance for Newell to temporarily return to the skillful light but perceptive romantic comedy vein he handled so well in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Enchanted April and Pushing Tin. Best of all is Daniel Radcliffe, who continues to grow wonderfully as an actor in the title role; he perfectly communicates Harry's growing emotional complexity, fear and pain, especially at the climax of the final challenge: no wonder Newell employs so many close-ups of him! The actor has grown from "nice kid, but any teenager with a British accent can do this role" to "nobody in the world besides this guy could play it"! Radcliffe could very possibly join Sean Connery in the select group of actors who could very conceivably enjoy a long career in both a series-defining movie role AND in a series of challenging film roles outside the series: I'm really looking forward not only to the final 3 Potter installments but also to what parts Radcliffe has the capability of pursuing outside of Hogwarts Academy!… Expand

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halbNov 28, 2005

The best Potter yet. I like the fact that I didn't read the book this time. Most nay-sayers are folks who seem cheated that the movie didn't cover every single subplot. Need to back up and look at the larger picture here: this is a The best Potter yet. I like the fact that I didn't read the book this time. Most nay-sayers are folks who seem cheated that the movie didn't cover every single subplot. Need to back up and look at the larger picture here: this is a great film -- dark, magical, humorous; even thrilling in places -- achieves a great balance between the smaller stories and subplots about personal relationships and budding sexuality, and the larger moral scope of Rowling's work. Highly recommended, but not for kids under 8 or 9.… Expand

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JasonB.Nov 30, 2005

This is the best of the bunch! The Harry Potter films are growing up with the characters and becoming even more enjoyable to experience. This film is a great summary of the book while keeping to a reasonable time frame. For those who do not This is the best of the bunch! The Harry Potter films are growing up with the characters and becoming even more enjoyable to experience. This film is a great summary of the book while keeping to a reasonable time frame. For those who do not read the books, this is a fun and entertaining movie. For the die hard book fans, no movie is good enough. For me, a fan (a realistic fan) I know that they could not have made a better movie.… Expand

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JeffG.Dec 12, 2005

I just love harry potter and this movie is bound to be the best one that ever came out!! its even better then the book.

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AnnaR.Dec 13, 2005

Amazing! I admire the Harry Potter films I must say, but this one is just incredible. Thriller, Comedy. Just so much fun. HIGHLY RECOMENDED!

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J.N.Dec 17, 2005

A movie that, in the tradition of Prisoner of Azkaban, exceeds expectations. I rated Azkaban a 10, and if I could I'd rate this one an 11. Another director, another take on Harry Potter...neither the light and fluffy of Columbus nor the A movie that, in the tradition of Prisoner of Azkaban, exceeds expectations. I rated Azkaban a 10, and if I could I'd rate this one an 11. Another director, another take on Harry Potter...neither the light and fluffy of Columbus nor the dark humor of Cuaron, but Newell has a bit of a balance. He changes the mood of the movie so fast at times from funny and light to dark and scary that it takes a moment to adjust. But from the brilliant acting (especially Rupert Grint) to the writing, this movie takes your breath away.… Expand

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AndyC.Dec 18, 2005

A fantastic movie! But why have the directors decided that Harry Potter can't be 3 hours long? Fans would love to see more of the books in the movies. The actors are continuing to grow into their roles and it is so nice to see actors A fantastic movie! But why have the directors decided that Harry Potter can't be 3 hours long? Fans would love to see more of the books in the movies. The actors are continuing to grow into their roles and it is so nice to see actors develop before your eyes. I rank this one up there with Chamber of Secrets.… Expand

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BrittanyL.Dec 19, 2005

This movies was the best out of the series and it kept me watching.

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GonzoDec 21, 2005

Spectacular!Its the best blockbuster of the year!I watched King Kong and Narnia,but none of them compare to the fuel and beauty that Goblet of Fire carries.Its a film that has everything: Horror,Comedy,Romance,Drama,Action,Suspense.The maze Spectacular!Its the best blockbuster of the year!I watched King Kong and Narnia,but none of them compare to the fuel and beauty that Goblet of Fire carries.Its a film that has everything: Horror,Comedy,Romance,Drama,Action,Suspense.The maze was amazing,and the effects are brilliant.Thank you Mike Newell,for bringing a film with flying colors and triumphant action.… Expand

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BabuRDec 26, 2005

The Best one in the Potter Series, Nice screenplay, action and cooler than ever.

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MaganY.Dec 27, 2005

I'm overwhelmed, I can't believe the god-like effort the crew put into this film, It's incredible, This is by far the best Potter film yet.

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danielleDec 29, 2005

The best harry potter yet! the actors are playing their part to the par and theyre becoming great actors!

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ConnorS.Dec 31, 2005

This was by far was the best harry potter movie, and definetly matched the greatness of the book. it did not follow the book completely, but it was the longest one until the fifth. even though i wished they added some things it was definetly This was by far was the best harry potter movie, and definetly matched the greatness of the book. it did not follow the book completely, but it was the longest one until the fifth. even though i wished they added some things it was definetly worth seeing twice, and would not mind seeing it a third time, but i dont want to spoil it so bad that i dont want to buy it on dvd.… Expand

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CaseyG.Dec 30, 2005

Sticks to the book and very good acting. This is the best one so far. Very good directing and costumes.

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JasonQ.Dec 7, 2005

This is a great movie!!!!:)

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MarkLDec 8, 2005

This is by favourite Pooter book (so far) but I had bad feelings about the film. Just how do you cram a 600+ page book into a reasonable film length? And when the film started, I though I saw this unfolding, the first half hour is madly This is by favourite Pooter book (so far) but I had bad feelings about the film. Just how do you cram a 600+ page book into a reasonable film length? And when the film started, I though I saw this unfolding, the first half hour is madly rushed and misses out on so much of the book. But after Harry gets picked for the tournement it gets a lot better. The ball, which I didnt take to in the book, works perfectly on screen and its great fun seeing Harry and Ron trying to score. The finale is transerred perfectly to screen and doesn't lose any of the awe. So this is a very good film and adaptation of the book. I think Azkaban worked slightly better just because of the sheer length of material this had to cram in, but 4*s overall. One thing though- isn't the whole tournement a bit of an eloborate way just to get Harry to touch a port key?… Expand

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MichelleG.Dec 8, 2005

The Best Harry Potter film yet Dainel Radcliff is Waaaaay cuter WITH glasses The best part had to be the Ball If only Hary took Ginny.

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stephano.Dec 9, 2005

An absolute brilliant film!! Beautty, action, dragons, mermaids and best of all a harttutching movie that inspires people not to do bad but to appreciate the meaning of live and the wonders of GOD! (what i am a big fan!?)

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RachelH.Dec 9, 2005

The best Harry Potter movie yet! The more you see it, the more you like it. Though it's not as faithful to the book, I thought a couple changes were for the better. The characters are growing up, and the movies are getting darker and The best Harry Potter movie yet! The more you see it, the more you like it. Though it's not as faithful to the book, I thought a couple changes were for the better. The characters are growing up, and the movies are getting darker and more interesting. The best movie this year!… Expand

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ClaudiaL.Jan 11, 2006

Is the best movie.

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ClaudiaL.Jan 13, 2006

Is the best movie.

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SinaJ.Jan 14, 2006

This is best Harry potter movie yet, great effects, great story, a bit less PG-ish than the others and I believe that its ok if they didn't include everything in the books. Emma Watson looked so pretty in this one.

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RaulS.Jan 21, 2006

I saw this movie five times in the same day starting at midnight

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SteveL.Jan 27, 2006

Very good movie. I've never read any of the books so I am judging it on its own merits. Parts in the middle were a bt slow (e.g. anything involving dancing), but the action scenes delivered.

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EstebanF.Feb 24, 2006

No, I didn't go out with the feeling of "What the heck was that!?". The movie is pretty good, the effects were unbelievable, but the movie was obnoxiously cutted. Yeah, obnoxious is the only not-curse-word that I can use to describe the No, I didn't go out with the feeling of "What the heck was that!?". The movie is pretty good, the effects were unbelievable, but the movie was obnoxiously cutted. Yeah, obnoxious is the only not-curse-word that I can use to describe the cuts. The book was amazingly better. In fact, it was one of the better ones, tied with the phoenix order (that's the directly translated name, I don't know the exact English name), and only being outstanding by the 1st book. I'm totally sure that this movie had the better effects, but talking about plots, it was the worst one. I felt a bit disillusioned after that, specially of the not-so-scary Voldemort. This absolutely destroys my expectations. Anyways, a good movie.… Expand

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FraserW.Mar 12, 2006

Everything about this movie was perfect I think the next one wont do anything but rise and i might give it a 10.

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DerekH.Mar 24, 2006

Very entertaining. Many people seem to be claiming that those who haven't read the books surely couldn't follow this plot. Not so. I vaguely remember seeing the first two films, skipped the third (I'll get around to it), and Very entertaining. Many people seem to be claiming that those who haven't read the books surely couldn't follow this plot. Not so. I vaguely remember seeing the first two films, skipped the third (I'll get around to it), and have never touched the books, but Goblet of Fire made plenty of sense to me.… Expand

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KatherineJul 23, 2006

Best of the whole series!

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Guy!May 15, 2007

I loved this movie, best one yet. It was suprisingly close to the book for it's length, although it cut out some vital parts, but the book is over 400 pgs, so we can't expect them to put in everything. Something I really despise I loved this movie, best one yet. It was suprisingly close to the book for it's length, although it cut out some vital parts, but the book is over 400 pgs, so we can't expect them to put in everything. Something I really despise though is that people accuse the whole series of promoting Satanism. WAKE UP PEOPLE!!… Expand

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JanhaviD.Nov 12, 2005

Awesome.

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J.T.Nov 17, 2005

The best so far.

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JanhaviD.Nov 18, 2005

Awesome.

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SteveD.Nov 18, 2005

GREAT!

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JonathanC.Nov 18, 2005

Quite simply the best Potter film made yet and almost impossible to beat. Most likely will not be beaten unless the next three are near perfect adaptions of the books and stand alone as films that keep you riveted. There was one part to this Quite simply the best Potter film made yet and almost impossible to beat. Most likely will not be beaten unless the next three are near perfect adaptions of the books and stand alone as films that keep you riveted. There was one part to this film where I exited it and realized I was in a cinema. And that is when I realized I had one cup of coffee too many and had to upset myself just after the first task. But just as instantly I was transported back by everything on screen which was so riveting from VERY START to VERY FINISH I had only that moment of realization. Even though I realized I had to visit the room outside I decided it best to stay and the reason was because I forgot completely about it two seconds later. The fact of the matter is that I came into the cinema way excited and was, as my friend termed it, 'Geeking Out' as Patrick Doyle's music began and from that moment on I was in the hands of Mike Newell; and what astonishing hands they are. Not once did I feel unhappy about anything on screen. And only one line truly was cheesy and it's so close to the beginning that it's forgotten two scenes later as the action unfolds. Interestingly I did not cry for a certain death until that person's father began shouting, 'THAT'S MY SON!' I practically bawled and all I could do to prevent myself from bursting out as the loudest one in the cinema was to grip the seat tightly and bite my lip as the tears flowed freely. And in truth I was not the only one crying as everyone around me save for the TOUGHEST and GRUFFEST man who was only there to please his wife and two younglings began allowing the tears to flow. This was the first film since The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King that I gave a standing ovation and the feeling was shared by most of the crowd even though some of them I'm told almost bolted for the washrooms. I had for over a year now been trying to force people to believe in me that 'Prisoner of Azkaban' was the best of the series and that it was a great film in the cinematic standpoint and in the fact that everything TRULY, and I stress TRULY by Jo's standards, was there. Jo gave a giant stamp of approval to the third film, but I must say that for all the love I had for that one, nothing could have prepared me, not even having my favourite British actor Ralph Fiennes playing the part that I, from the reading of the book, claimed for him, for the edge-of-you-seat-excitement and downright mastery that was 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire' 10 out of 10 an almost truly perfect film in every way. Not since Return of the King have I given a ten out of ten to a fantasy film or action/thriller. Now I can say Harry Potter has proven its worth in the world of film.… Expand

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[Anonymous]Nov 18, 2005

The only problem with this movie was that it seemed rushed.

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BillW.Nov 18, 2005

Enjoyable film, but a bit too fast-paced and many great characters (and major ones to boot) barely get any screen time. Unfortunately (and admittedly), Michael Gambon has never read the books and us a complete flop as Dumbledore, rudley and Enjoyable film, but a bit too fast-paced and many great characters (and major ones to boot) barely get any screen time. Unfortunately (and admittedly), Michael Gambon has never read the books and us a complete flop as Dumbledore, rudley and loudly pushing his way around the movie, which is the last thing the character would ever do....… Expand

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TonydannieNov 18, 2005

The Best Yet!! I have not read all of the books. Last one I read was Chamber Of Secrets. But I have been following the film versions and enjoy them more and more. This One In particular. Brendan Gleeson's addioton to the cast Was The Best Yet!! I have not read all of the books. Last one I read was Chamber Of Secrets. But I have been following the film versions and enjoy them more and more. This One In particular. Brendan Gleeson's addioton to the cast Was superb. This guy's acting still impresses me each time I see him on the screen. Great visuals and score! Though I did miss Williams' Score. He is Still the master. Go see this one. One of the year's best.… Expand

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JackS.Nov 19, 2005

Very good film. Although it wasn't directly on the book's plot, it stands by itself. All the important stuff can be added in the fifth film, although I don't envy Kloves for writing the screenplay for that.

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WAKOJAKONov 21, 2005

Not Rowlings best book and not the best movie of the franchise, but definitely a worthy successor Cuaron's visually arresting and poignant Prisoner of Azkaban. The only movie I've seen this year that I couldn't wait to see Not Rowlings best book and not the best movie of the franchise, but definitely a worthy successor Cuaron's visually arresting and poignant Prisoner of Azkaban. The only movie I've seen this year that I couldn't wait to see again. I only wish there would have been more.… Expand

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MattA.Nov 21, 2005

In my opinion, this film is not only the best Potter film yet, but it stands up against any other memorable fantasy movie ever, including the LOTR trilogy. Great acting, perfect pacing and direction, superb script-this has it all.

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M.D.Nov 21, 2005

Finally, a movie for literate individuals. It almost feels like we've finally been rewarded for reading the books.

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JoshH.Nov 22, 2005

Superb film watch it, its gr8 well acted in most parts and scared quite a few people in the cinema at the end. Thrilling. definitely lives up to the hype.

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ChelseaNov 22, 2005

I must say i both loved and hated the movie. i adored the book and was terribly dissapointed that many things were not only left out but changed. for one thing, winky the house elf conjured the dark mark, not barty crouch jr. and i wasI must say i both loved and hated the movie. i adored the book and was terribly dissapointed that many things were not only left out but changed. for one thing, winky the house elf conjured the dark mark, not barty crouch jr. and i was dissapointed at the way the end of the world cup was handled: harry falling down and being unconscious until all havoc has been wreaked was really humiliatingly silly. i didn't like dumbledore and his rough treatment of harry. he is supposed to be calm and wise. i didn't like the way the maze part of the tournament was handled...where were the skrewts and giant spiders? and victor krum was not very scary while under the imperius curse. i was dissapointed with voldemort....that scene was so important and it was not very scary. voldemort by the way, is supposed to have red eyes. this may be important later because mrs. norris has red eyes and i have an inkling she is one of the horcruxes. however, i loved the rest of it, have seen it twice and i do happen to like the comic teenage moments. though the dancing bauxbatons and fire conjuring durmstrangs were dumb. i love the awkwardness of the jealousy and anger that harry, ron and hermione show as their relationships grow and are tested. the dragon was awesome. the pensieve is just how i imagined it. hagrid in love was awesome. i only wish they had stuck to the book more, included dobby, winky and more of serius...calmed dumbledore...etc., but i have to keep telling myself "this is one interpretation of the book". ah, well...maybe cuaron will be asked to direct the last one (his version of azkaban was beautiful and spot on).… Expand

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ElenaP.Nov 22, 2005

Best Movie Yet In This Magnificent Series!

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SangheeJ.Nov 22, 2005

None of the brilliance of the original books, but it was definetly the best of the three. The humor factor distracted me and made me laugh, so I didn't dwell on the negative during the movie, which made it much more enjoyable. Definetly None of the brilliance of the original books, but it was definetly the best of the three. The humor factor distracted me and made me laugh, so I didn't dwell on the negative during the movie, which made it much more enjoyable. Definetly more entertaining than the previous three, and a good movie. However, there were many characters left out, such as Winky, Ludo Bagman, Dobby, and the whole tickle-pear portrait was gone as well. there were major differences, but it was, as I said, much better than the last ones.… Expand

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AnneB.Nov 23, 2005

I love how this movie shows the focus on relationships instead of just the magical world.

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DondoV.Nov 24, 2005

A very intense and well made adventure.

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MikeN.Nov 24, 2005

What this movie needed was less action and more exposition. Seriously. There are, after all, worse things than having exposition in a movie. Such as leaving your viewers with no friggin idea what the hell is happening. And this is pretty What this movie needed was less action and more exposition. Seriously. There are, after all, worse things than having exposition in a movie. Such as leaving your viewers with no friggin idea what the hell is happening. And this is pretty much what happened to me in the final twenty minutes of this film. I had a few moments of confusion early on, but I was pretty much following along until the final maze sequence, where events start moving very fast, nothing is explained and then, as a final, crowning insult, Harry Potter actually asks his school headmaster exactly what happened (took the words right out of my mouth, Harry) and, in reply, the old Professor mumbles two words --- in Latin--- and that, apparently, is supposed to explain that. Now, keep in mind that I have read Goblet of Fire, albeit some time ago. And, strangely enough, I've read Latin as well. Despite these facts however, I did not find that a short mumbled Latin phrase constituted an intelligable explanation of the end of this picture. My daughter has subsequently explaned it to me and I now understand it (I guess). I think, however, that it would have been bette r to make the story clear without forcing people to resort to an external gloss. That said, the movie is extremely beautiful and, more than any of the previous films, manages to make the school seem alive, perhaps simply because many more extras are employed. The CGI is superb and the magical effects generally manage the important trick of not looking like effects. The acting is up to or above previous standards but everything does seem a little rushed. In particular the major villian's return at the end of the film unwinds almost comically fast. A villian has to be given time to generate some sense of.... evil. All that Fiennes generates is a sense of being in a hurry.… Expand

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BrianF.Nov 24, 2005

The best of the series. With performances becoming charming and sharp, the pacing is also far ahead of the previous films. Action packed, the movie simply offers the most bang for your buck this Winter Season. A multitude of rich characters The best of the series. With performances becoming charming and sharp, the pacing is also far ahead of the previous films. Action packed, the movie simply offers the most bang for your buck this Winter Season. A multitude of rich characters and twists in the plot keep things freshly interesting!… Expand

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LindyC.Nov 26, 2005

One of the best films of the year. A surprising return to the series from Mike Newell, the suspense and mystery work the best. The perfromances by the leading actors has become much stronger, and the supporting cast is just as in tune as One of the best films of the year. A surprising return to the series from Mike Newell, the suspense and mystery work the best. The perfromances by the leading actors has become much stronger, and the supporting cast is just as in tune as before. No time was lost in the story, as this is easily the most direct and to the point adaptation yet. A must view!… Expand

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JimG.Nov 27, 2005

The best book so far in the series is translated as well as seems possible. The intensity of key scenes in the book is very difficult to capture, and given the limits of time they seem less intense here and fly by quickly. But what is there The best book so far in the series is translated as well as seems possible. The intensity of key scenes in the book is very difficult to capture, and given the limits of time they seem less intense here and fly by quickly. But what is there keeps one glued to the screen for the entire time.… Expand

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SeamusNov 28, 2005

Good but where was the quiddich match?

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LynnKDec 11, 2005

One of the most magical and enthralling tales in cinema! A big surprise and upward installment from the previous three. The tone has been changed and altered from the earlier films to a blend of humor and action that very few movies get One of the most magical and enthralling tales in cinema! A big surprise and upward installment from the previous three. The tone has been changed and altered from the earlier films to a blend of humor and action that very few movies get right, let alone many from this year.… Expand

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DanielC.Dec 13, 2005

Yes, this movie has a certain "slideshow" feel to it, and if you haven't read the books (Why you would go to a movie about a book without reading it is beyond me anyway) you won't understand parts of it. Besides this, this movies Yes, this movie has a certain "slideshow" feel to it, and if you haven't read the books (Why you would go to a movie about a book without reading it is beyond me anyway) you won't understand parts of it. Besides this, this movies is two and a half hours of enjoyment. The action scenes were done to perfection, and you can really tell Newell's influence in the romantic scenes. Ron's complaining and dress robes left the cinema in stiches while you could feel for Harry's awkwardness in asking Cho (Kaite Leung, who is very good looking) to go to the Yule Ball was felt by most men in the room. Many potter-geeks wont like it becuase it isn't absolutely correct to the book, but GoF was 600+ pages long, so something had to go. In all, a pretty satisfying movie, but don't go into the movie expecting a well constructed drama with established character development, expect a good time.… Expand

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AlexDec 17, 2005

Best one yet i can't wait for the next magical films! i'd rate this 10000000000 if i could.

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JeethJ.Dec 17, 2005

The movie was a bit more harsh and realistic this time around...Mike Newell has done an excellent job reducing that book into just 157 minutes....but many important parts of the book were missing.....all in all the best movie of the harry The movie was a bit more harsh and realistic this time around...Mike Newell has done an excellent job reducing that book into just 157 minutes....but many important parts of the book were missing.....all in all the best movie of the harry potter franchise.… Expand

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alexl.Dec 18, 2005

I loved it and it was not scary.

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BobR.Dec 18, 2005

I think this movie was great! The only thing i don't like is how much got cut off from the book. No S.P.E.W, no Dobby, no Winky, no houselves at all, it never shows Sirius except the part when he's in the fire place, the list keeps I think this movie was great! The only thing i don't like is how much got cut off from the book. No S.P.E.W, no Dobby, no Winky, no houselves at all, it never shows Sirius except the part when he's in the fire place, the list keeps gping. But still it is an amazing movie and you should watch it!… Expand

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WallaDec 18, 2005

Kick ass...sweet...Voldemort looks like the head of Metacritic.

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alyaa.Dec 22, 2005

Wow..this movie is so cool.

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DrewH.Dec 23, 2005

Good but can you really compare it to the book, i feel bad for people who watch these movies and dont read the books, they are missing out.

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EclairSDec 25, 2005

Very, very entertaining.

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JohnM.Dec 31, 2005

Faithful to the book, for the most part. In the name of literacy, PLEASE pick up the book and read it!

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JonLDec 15, 2007

Doesn't handle the angst as well as it should, but otherwise another finely crafted and thrilling build on the series as a whole.

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GoldenEye16Aug 21, 2010

A very good and exciting movie that goes by the book reasonably well. It was really fast-paced and there was loads of action. However I wish two things better. First, the maze for the third task did not have any of the obstacles orA very good and exciting movie that goes by the book reasonably well. It was really fast-paced and there was loads of action. However I wish two things better. First, the maze for the third task did not have any of the obstacles or creatures from the book. Why take that out and put in really nothing is kind of stupid. Also, I really wish that they had Voldemort with his hood on like the book covers/illustrations. It really looks cooler that way and more menacing.… Expand

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GavGav96Dec 10, 2010

Not only does this film emphasise how HP has matured, it also shows more invention, action, and romantic, the result of which being probably the second-best film in the series thusfar.

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nboley08Aug 16, 2010

This film builds up the tension and energy of Voldemort's arrival so brilliantly and enthusiastically that it's impossible to think anyone didn't love the book as they were filming it. The tasks are incredible to watch and even though I hadThis film builds up the tension and energy of Voldemort's arrival so brilliantly and enthusiastically that it's impossible to think anyone didn't love the book as they were filming it. The tasks are incredible to watch and even though I had read the book before I watched the film, I was constantly on pins and needles as I watched Harry struggle. This is probably the best of the series, definitely my personal favorite thus far.… Expand

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sreekiranFeb 10, 2011

movie is good and decent. the thrill ride of 3 competitions are really exciting. one of the better movies of harry potter saga. the movie could"nt get 8 or 9 due to its length and dragged first half.

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SchroederRockFeb 13, 2014

Where the Prisoner of Azkaban saw a transition process from lighter fare and youth appeal, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire steps into an obviously-darker world where the student of Hogwarts begin to deal with realities that are yearsWhere the Prisoner of Azkaban saw a transition process from lighter fare and youth appeal, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire steps into an obviously-darker world where the student of Hogwarts begin to deal with realities that are years beyond them, mostly due to the growing influence of Lord Voldemort. The result is the best Harry Potter yet - one that will rope in more mature audiences while still remaining somewhat enjoyable for the younger viewers.… Expand

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asylumspadezNov 25, 2011

What you see in this film is something you dont see much in the other films, The characters growing up. You see the characters deal with the problems of growing up and that is something I rather enjoyed. The acting was ok. The older membersWhat you see in this film is something you dont see much in the other films, The characters growing up. You see the characters deal with the problems of growing up and that is something I rather enjoyed. The acting was ok. The older members of the cast were great while the younger cast did over-act quite a bit and I didnt enjoy them as much as the others.

While the film (that runs nearly 3 hours) takes a toll on you while you watch it and can get a bit boring at times, The ending more then makes up for it (The ending is easily the best part of the film). Still though, Its an enjoyable film and one of the best in the series.… Expand

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Film_Fanatic_15Nov 22, 2010

Mike Newell directs the 4th film from the Harry Potter novels. This is a major improvement from the 3rd movie, while still giving a variety of great intense sequences of action, and a well developed story. It is the most entertaining so far,Mike Newell directs the 4th film from the Harry Potter novels. This is a major improvement from the 3rd movie, while still giving a variety of great intense sequences of action, and a well developed story. It is the most entertaining so far, and proves to be brilliant. I was liking the franchise once again, after the unfortunate downfall of the Prisoner of Azkaban, in my opinion. Harry matures and developes more intimate relationships with others, and develops a better understanding of the severity of Lord Voldemort. And so as the characters mature, so does the film, into one of the best directed and produced of the franchise.… Expand

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TokyochuchuJul 28, 2013

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was the tipping point of the franchise for me. The first two movies were decent but nothing to get overly hyped about. The third one kicked off the darker tone but was seriously overlong. Goblet of Fire isHarry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was the tipping point of the franchise for me. The first two movies were decent but nothing to get overly hyped about. The third one kicked off the darker tone but was seriously overlong. Goblet of Fire is long too but it doesn't feel anywhere near as long as the Prisoner of azkaban. It's a much more exciting and scarier ride than the previous Potter movies. This was the first film in the series to make me think "Wow! We might have something special here after all!" Now that the franchise is finished, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire still ranks among the best potter movies.… Expand

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