Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: June 4, 2004
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AReviewsJun 24, 2013
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is impressive and glorious, with new ideas and funny moments, I loved it, the best one...YET, the visuals are outstanding as usual but the story gets more interesting and scary!
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gracjanskiMar 5, 2021
Fortunately a better movie than the 2nd: The characters a bit more adult, but there are still annoying characters like the uncle and cousin of Harry. The story is a bit more tense and dark. The visual effects are top, this is how a fantasyFortunately a better movie than the 2nd: The characters a bit more adult, but there are still annoying characters like the uncle and cousin of Harry. The story is a bit more tense and dark. The visual effects are top, this is how a fantasy movie should look like.
There is only one weakness: the landscapes and most of the characters are still the same, the franchise should show something different from the world of HP.… Expand
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DibbHansenJul 14, 2013
This film is spectacular! With a change in director the film feels even more magical and adventurous. I love the feel of this film (the Medieval feel and style), while the material gets darker and more emotional (which is what makes a movieThis film is spectacular! With a change in director the film feels even more magical and adventurous. I love the feel of this film (the Medieval feel and style), while the material gets darker and more emotional (which is what makes a movie or story good) but keeps the great messages and light hearted moments. The music is simply divine (John Williams' best score to date), the visuals are amazing, the cinematography is beautiful, the acting is great once again. This is one of the BEST films in the series.… Expand
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cag11Dec 1, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It has that darker feeling of Harry Potter, which I do like. In the fourth book, you have the first death of the series, and then one in every book and movie afterwards. In order for that to happen, I feel that they needed to darken the tone from the lighter first two movies. And they did a great job with it.… Expand
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joao1198pedroNov 28, 2013
this is absolutely the best film of all harry potter saga,alfonso cuaron os definetely better than chris columbus,it had all the magic plus an incredebly cuaron style.
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nickrovertOct 24, 2013
'Prisoner of Azkaban' is one of the best-directed films of the franchise, however its thin story line makes it generally forgettable compared to the other films in the franchise.
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RayzorMooseNov 12, 2013
Harry Potter imprisons its audience with entertainment.
Harry Potter rolls out its third film in the series with a repetitive but very in-depth theme. The Prisoner of Azkaban unlocks new visions into the characters mysterious pasts, andHarry Potter imprisons its audience with entertainment.
Harry Potter rolls out its third film in the series with a repetitive but very in-depth theme. The Prisoner of Azkaban unlocks new visions into the characters mysterious pasts, and finds the same magic it had in the first two with a continuously darker storyline.… Expand
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inaneswineNov 14, 2017
Now we're getting to the meaty stuff. Harry cops an attitude! As the children become adolescents, the filmmaking skills surrounding them mature also. Alfonso Cuarón confidently adopts and revitalises a well established cinematic worldNow we're getting to the meaty stuff. Harry cops an attitude! As the children become adolescents, the filmmaking skills surrounding them mature also. Alfonso Cuarón confidently adopts and revitalises a well established cinematic world designed by Chris Columbus. The visual effects are now tighter than ever; the cinematography is nothing short of breathtaking; and Radcliffe and his teenage co-stars are now steady on their feet.

What shines through in this third instalment that didn't quite make it in the first two is the rich and emotional story, as Harry struggles not only with new revelations about his past, but with ordinary life as a teenage boy as well. New recruits Oldman and Thewlis are fantastic together, and Gambon's turn as Dumbledore (after Richard Harris' regrettably short run) breathes new life into the character, and it's remarkable.

Looking great and sounding great was accomplished by Columbus. This one looks and sounds better, and feels awesome too.… Expand
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SythusRATINGSOct 18, 2014
In this third installment of the series, the infamous Sirius Black has escaped from the dreaded fortress of Azkaban and is headed straight to Harry Potter.
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JohnMasterLMay 4, 2015
The Prisoner of Azkaban es la mejor pelicula de Harry Potter jamas hecha, no solo tiene un estilo distinto (esto gracias al cambio del director) Alfonso Cuaron le da un toque mas oscuro, mas maduro, y mas tenebroso al mundo de Harry Potter aThe Prisoner of Azkaban es la mejor pelicula de Harry Potter jamas hecha, no solo tiene un estilo distinto (esto gracias al cambio del director) Alfonso Cuaron le da un toque mas oscuro, mas maduro, y mas tenebroso al mundo de Harry Potter a comparación de sus antecesoras, pero sigue respetando la magia y el humor característico de la saga. La historia es tan compleja, que es sorprendente que se pudo explicar en 2:22 minutos. Aplausos al Director y al Escritor! (Steve Kloves)… Expand
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koothrappaliFeb 1, 2016
Aqui vemos a primeira ascenção da saga. Com a troca de diretor, o terceiro filme da franquia tomou um rumo diferente dos dois primeiros filmes. Cuarón deu uma repaginada em todo o universo cinematográfico da saga, das roupas até a direção.Aqui vemos a primeira ascenção da saga. Com a troca de diretor, o terceiro filme da franquia tomou um rumo diferente dos dois primeiros filmes. Cuarón deu uma repaginada em todo o universo cinematográfico da saga, das roupas até a direção. Foi realmente uma grande evolução. Fora que teve a introdução do Sirius e Lupin (só por isso o filme merece 10). A atuação do trio de ouro evolui muito nesse filme, principalmente a do Daniel. O enredo e o roteiro também são ótimos. Esse de fato é o filme mais dark (obscuro) de toda a saga, e é isso que faz dele especial… Expand
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andrebarrosoDec 20, 2014
What I can say? "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" already was my favorite book of the "Harry Potter" franchise, but this might just turned into my favorite movie ever.
This is how you adapt a novel. Steve Klove's screenplay withWhat I can say? "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" already was my favorite book of the "Harry Potter" franchise, but this might just turned into my favorite movie ever.
This is how you adapt a novel. Steve Klove's screenplay with Alfonso Cuarón's carefully and delicate directing brings us not only a good movie to watch, not only on a sunday afternoon, but at any time.… Expand
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DBPirate1129Jan 11, 2015
While it may be more dark and complex than Sorcerer's Stone and Chamber of Secrets, it's still the best of the first three Potter films. Prisoner of Azkaban is yet another unforgettable installment that does not disappoint book fans.
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MattBrady99Jan 14, 2021
"A word of caution: dementors are vicious creatures. They will not distinguish between the one they hunt and the one who gets in their way. Therefore I must warn each and every one of you to give them no reason to harm you. It's not in the"A word of caution: dementors are vicious creatures. They will not distinguish between the one they hunt and the one who gets in their way. Therefore I must warn each and every one of you to give them no reason to harm you. It's not in the nature of a dementor to be forgiving. But you know happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, when one only remembers to turn on the light."

I've never noticed this before, but I just recognise that 'Prisoner of Azkaban' is the only movie in the Harry Potter series where Lord Voldemort himself is neither seen or mentioned in any form.

Besides everything on a technical level, this fact alone is the reason why this stands out from the rest as one of the best. We see more than one conflict (Voldemort) in the characters life's.… Expand
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homer4presidentMar 13, 2015
Considering the volume of detail and information in the novel, the director did an excellent job of transferring the story onto the big screen. Yes, ideally more of the book content could have/should have been added but in some ways, theConsidering the volume of detail and information in the novel, the director did an excellent job of transferring the story onto the big screen. Yes, ideally more of the book content could have/should have been added but in some ways, the film was an improvement over the book, more dramatic, amusing, and exciting.… Expand
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MrMovieBuffSep 14, 2016
Alfonso Cuaron steps in the director's chair this time to helm the third book in the "Harry Potter" franchise titled "The Prisoner of Azkaban", the story of a murderer involved with Harry's parents who escapes a deadly prison and is on theAlfonso Cuaron steps in the director's chair this time to helm the third book in the "Harry Potter" franchise titled "The Prisoner of Azkaban", the story of a murderer involved with Harry's parents who escapes a deadly prison and is on the look-out for our young hero.

Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) is back, but has had enough of having to deal with his cynical guardians, when he decides to leave and want to return to Hogwarts, he comes across the story of a man named Sirius Black (Gary Oldman) who is a murderer looking for Harry and has escaped Azkaban. Harry wants to find out everything he can about him, and try to stop him in his tracks.

Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson) also return and learn about the mysterious Sirius Black, they meet a man named Remus Lupin (David Thewlis) who is able to teach Harry of how to deal with his fears, mostly with the evil dementors that send Harry in a trance and leads him to faint in the process.

The trio arrive at Hogwarts and are about to begin their third year at the school, Dumbledore (now played by Michael Gambon) makes an announcement that there can be some dark times at the school, especially since knowing that Sirius has escaped.

"The Prisoner of Azkaban" is the best in the franchise so far, Cuaron's direction is spot-on and the three leads shine even more than they did in the first two movies. This is also not as light-hearted as the first two, it's definitely too scary at times for children to handle, especially any scene involving the dark, hooded-like and skeleton figures of the dementors. The movie moves at such a quick pace, and the comedy is quirkier than ever leading to, yet again, another fantastic and memorable adventure.

The music by John Williams is also still great to listen to and adds to the atmosphere of the movie perfectly. There are some sinister moments brilliantly captured by the new-comers David Thewlis and Gary Oldman.

'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' is fun, dark and just glorious.… Expand
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MovieManiac83Apr 23, 2015
It's interesting to note that, of the three Harry Potter novels thus far filmed, the longest on the written page has turned into the shortest on screen. This is a good thing, because it means that the filmmakers are becoming less literal andIt's interesting to note that, of the three Harry Potter novels thus far filmed, the longest on the written page has turned into the shortest on screen. This is a good thing, because it means that the filmmakers are becoming less literal and more cinematic in their adaptations. A flaw of the first two movies, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, is that they tried to cram every nuance into the screenplay - an act that had a negative impact upon the films' pacing. For Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, script-writer Steve Kloves has pared J.K. Rowling's story to its essence, resulting in a more streamlined motion picture.

Although Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban stands well enough on its own, it has a "middle chapter" feeling. In other words, there's no real beginning or ending. Little is resolved and the film's climax is low-key. The villain of the first two chapters and the overall series, the dreaded Voldemort, is absent. His apparent replacement is Sirius Black (Gary Oldman), although appearances can be deceiving. All of this doesn't make The Prisoner of Azkaban inferior to its predecessors. The appeal is much the same, but the "feel" is a little different. The tone is darker and more claustrophobic. I attribute this to the change in directors. Chris Columbus, who helmed the first two movies, has stepped into the producer's chair, leaving the primary behind-the-camera duties to Alfonso Cuarón (who establishes this closer in nature to A Little Princess than Y Tu Mama Tambien).

There's no question that Cuarón has put his stamp on this movie. The return of so many familiar characters will keep viewers comfortable, but the stylistic changes make it seem as if this Harry Potter adventure is taking place in a different universe. The most obvious change is to Hogwarts. Although outwardly the same, the school is photographed and presented in a manner that makes it more ominous and less friendly than in the previous two installments. Wardrobe is another seemingly minor yet significant alteration. Harry, Ron, and Hermione have abandoned the school uniforms that were their standard garb in The Sorcerer's Stone and The Chamber of Secrets. Instead, they dress in "normal" clothing: sweatshirts, jeans, sneakers, etc. This has the effect of making Hogwarts feel more alien than before.

Moments of character development are widely spaced. (That has a lot to do with the deeper cuts made to the source material.) Still, we learn a few things about Harry's background. The Malfoy/Potter feud enters another chapter. And we see the beginnings of a tentative affection between Ron and Hermione. (The two of them exchange glances and hold hands. There's little question where Rowling is going with this relationship, especially considering the predictability of romance in fantasy stories.)

The recent bankability of fantasy has resulted in a large number of copycat possibilities entering the production pipeline. With both The Lord of the Rings and the Harry Potter movies proving to be solid box-office performers, there's little question that the genre is here to stay. Although Tolkien's story is done, J.K. Rowling's has at least four more installments to go (the final two of which haven't even been published). If the filmmakers continue to keep the quality level high, there will be plenty of pleasurable hours ahead. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban proves that a new director with a different perspective can freshen a series that could otherwise resort to stale repetition.… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 25, 2022
This is certainly darker than the first two instalments, and not as funny. But based upon a truly excellent but complex book, it is a very good film nonetheless. In my reviews on the first two films, I forgot to mention the music by JohnThis is certainly darker than the first two instalments, and not as funny. But based upon a truly excellent but complex book, it is a very good film nonetheless. In my reviews on the first two films, I forgot to mention the music by John Williams. In all three movies, it is very good, but not Williams's best work. His scores to Star Wars, ET and Home Alone are better. The only real quibble i had with the movie was Michael Gambon as Dumbledore. Richard Harris, the first and better Dumbledore, had died, and although Gambon was good, Harris suited the character a lot more in terms of looks and sincerity. The three leads are still likable, and they are given solid support by Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman and Robbie Coltrane. The real treat lies in the newcomers though, namely David Thewlis as Lupin, Emma Thompson as Trelawney and Gary Oldman as Sirius. Timothy Spall I felt was a little odd for Wormtail. The Dementors I felt quite terrifying, a lot more chilling than they were in the book. All in all, very good. 8/10. Bethany Cox… Expand
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Rutger-KikkertJun 5, 2016
While being extremely well directed by the master Alfonso Cuarón, this movie fails to deliver some plot points the right way for me to really get sucked into this story. But I still really enjoyed the mystery and some of the spectacular andWhile being extremely well directed by the master Alfonso Cuarón, this movie fails to deliver some plot points the right way for me to really get sucked into this story. But I still really enjoyed the mystery and some of the spectacular and really entertaining stuff happening on screen. This movie is one of the series best for sure.… Expand
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gdiego135Dec 4, 2015
Great 3rd installment to an awesome franchise. It starts off really funny, and then get's dark but still very interesting, i used to have this movie on VHS so i would watch it a lot, now im getting it on blu-ray.
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aadityamudharApr 17, 2016
This one transcends fantasy and becomes a magical epic. it has an emotional resonance that the other two somewhat lacked. This time, you can actually relate to the characters and the difficulties they go through. The human side of PotterThis one transcends fantasy and becomes a magical epic. it has an emotional resonance that the other two somewhat lacked. This time, you can actually relate to the characters and the difficulties they go through. The human side of Potter comes clear. None of the Potter movies were bad, but this one takes the cake, and sets a new standard.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJan 20, 2016
As I expected, it's almost over for me to review these Harry Potter movies. With only 2 more remaining, yet so far from giving the rest of them 9's. Fans will pretty much enjoy the rest of the installments from this franchise.
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americanbeautyJan 17, 2016
Este é, de longe, o melhor filme de toda a saga Harry Potter. O livro foi muito bem aproveitado - embora tenha sentido falta de algumas cenas como a do Lupin explicando sobre os Marotos na Casa dos Gritos -, possui algumas falhas, claro, masEste é, de longe, o melhor filme de toda a saga Harry Potter. O livro foi muito bem aproveitado - embora tenha sentido falta de algumas cenas como a do Lupin explicando sobre os Marotos na Casa dos Gritos -, possui algumas falhas, claro, mas isso não tira a excelência do filme.… Expand
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FuturedirectorApr 14, 2017
A satisfying mix of muddled stunts with an overrated dark storytelling and a notably talented cast with a surprisingly smart direction. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban opens another chapter to its every-time-better saga on a betterA satisfying mix of muddled stunts with an overrated dark storytelling and a notably talented cast with a surprisingly smart direction. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban opens another chapter to its every-time-better saga on a better successful way.… Expand
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Muskrat147Jul 30, 2016
Arguably the best of the series (next to Deathly Hallows Part 2), Prisoner of Azkaban is a brilliant shift from its lighthearted predecessors, and also improves on the special effects, acting, pacing, and direction.
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Aaron_WassermanMay 31, 2016
My favorite Potter film. It is so rewatchable and it never bores me. It is suspenseful and a much darker and mature addition to the Potter franchise than the previous two installments.
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Max_BonderulesJul 25, 2016
I made a mistake, this is the movie. Funny. I like this film about Harry Potter. Very fantasticly, and i greatest fan of the Harry Potter. Now such a pity do not know how
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alejandro970Jan 13, 2017
Alfonso Cuaron, the first and only mexican muggle in step Hogwarts make one of best screenplays of saga. Excels the previous chapters showing more maturity. Brilliant Gary Oldman as Sirius Black.
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The cinematography of the film is naturally still compared to Lubeski's camerawork, Cuaron's direction gets better throughout the film from a family-drama to investigation to the battle what Harry is trying to do and what he must do in everyThe cinematography of the film is naturally still compared to Lubeski's camerawork, Cuaron's direction gets better throughout the film from a family-drama to investigation to the battle what Harry is trying to do and what he must do in every episode of the series.… Expand
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eva3si0nOct 28, 2018
Prisoner of Azkaban one of the best movies of the saga. Also it is an important part of a series also the fact that she is transitional, the plot changes from light and serene to dark and frightening. Yes it is the only part where there is noPrisoner of Azkaban one of the best movies of the saga. Also it is an important part of a series also the fact that she is transitional, the plot changes from light and serene to dark and frightening. Yes it is the only part where there is no Dark Lord, but here history of parents of Harry reveals much more, and it on me is so much more interesting than the main plot. Excellent cast, and as always perfectly played Alan Rickman. The only thing that disappoints a little, so is the final. It has turned out some crumpled while in books logical and consecutive.… Expand
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DominArsenOct 28, 2019
The Harry Potter movie that propels the series to a high level. Darker, more mature with real family depth. New ideas that make the universe more coherent than ever. This situation is not written she is in magic dark room.

Le film d'HarryThe Harry Potter movie that propels the series to a high level. Darker, more mature with real family depth. New ideas that make the universe more coherent than ever. This situation is not written she is in magic dark room.

Le film d'Harry Potter qui propulse la série à un haut niveau. Plus sombre, plus adulte avec une vraie profondeur familiale. De nouvelles idées qui rendent l'univers plus cohérent que jamais. Cette situation ne s'écrit pas elle se voi en magie en salle obscure.… Expand
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Jk9785Nov 11, 2018
Alfonso Cuaron's first (and only) entry in the Harry Potter film franchise is incredible, vastly improving upon the first two. This film is probably the most bizarre in the series, due to Cuaron's unique direction, but this is a positive, asAlfonso Cuaron's first (and only) entry in the Harry Potter film franchise is incredible, vastly improving upon the first two. This film is probably the most bizarre in the series, due to Cuaron's unique direction, but this is a positive, as it brings great performances, specifically from Alan Rickman, David Thewlis, and Gary Oldman.… Expand
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Mitya64Apr 22, 2020
Это один из лучших в серии из-за отличной истории.
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HPFANBOY1237Apr 9, 2017
This film is beautiful to look at and so much fun to watch. The quiet moments where characters are talking are the best part of the movie, much like the book, this movie is more about enriching the characters we already know and love. Even ifThis film is beautiful to look at and so much fun to watch. The quiet moments where characters are talking are the best part of the movie, much like the book, this movie is more about enriching the characters we already know and love. Even if sometimes the film feels rushed, Prisoner of Azkaban is one of the best Harry Potter films and the best book!… Expand
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SonicHD7May 31, 2017
Harry Potter's (Daniel Radcliffe) third year at Hogwarts starts off badly when he learns deranged killer Sirius Black (Gary Oldman) has escaped from Azkaban prison and is bent on murdering the teenage wizard. While Hermione's (Emma Watson)Harry Potter's (Daniel Radcliffe) third year at Hogwarts starts off badly when he learns deranged killer Sirius Black (Gary Oldman) has escaped from Azkaban prison and is bent on murdering the teenage wizard. While Hermione's (Emma Watson) cat torments Ron's (Rupert Grint) sickly rat, causing a rift among the trio, a swarm of nasty Dementors is sent to protect the school from Black. A mysterious new teacher helps Harry learn to defend himself, but what is his secret tie to Sirius Black?… Expand
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JPKJun 14, 2019
Better Than The First 2
Prisoner Of Azkaban is one of those rare sequels that improves over it’s predecessors.
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mrdr4gonFeb 10, 2018
Hogwarts is a little bit darker, and rather appropriately, a little bit more grown up this time around. This third chapter in the series is stylishly in excellent delivered by Alfonso Cuaron, working from one of the strongest plots in theHogwarts is a little bit darker, and rather appropriately, a little bit more grown up this time around. This third chapter in the series is stylishly in excellent delivered by Alfonso Cuaron, working from one of the strongest plots in the entire series. The best of the Harry Potter series.… Expand
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razMNApr 10, 2022
It's like the best Harry Potter movie: fun, the characters are well developed, the visuals are ok and it doesn't involve Lord Voldemort as much, yet it's underwhelming, it has a lot of useless scenes and throws around a lot of lore piecesIt's like the best Harry Potter movie: fun, the characters are well developed, the visuals are ok and it doesn't involve Lord Voldemort as much, yet it's underwhelming, it has a lot of useless scenes and throws around a lot of lore pieces without exactly explaining why, and the final act of the movie is super rushed.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorDec 8, 2022
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. New evil. It's a little unusual to perceive the almost new course of the Harry Potter movie about the boy who lived. After two almost childish fairy tales, the third film tries to seem more adult.Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. New evil. It's a little unusual to perceive the almost new course of the Harry Potter movie about the boy who lived. After two almost childish fairy tales, the third film tries to seem more adult. This is a large amount of a dark filter and constant rain, thunder, despondency. There are also a huge number of smalls, seemingly funny scenes in the film (Hermione hits Harry on the arm, someone gets slapped on the head, someone is bitten by a book, and so on) and this, unfortunately, is very striking, and it seems that all this is superfluous. In general, the story itself is very interesting, thanks to the source.… Expand
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CoreGamer1408Apr 14, 2022
Just seemed a filler movie(book) for the next movie(book). The dementors are genuinely creepy things though. Pretty interesting until the weak ending.
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ty92Feb 22, 2020
This is one of the better Harry Potter movies. It has a lot going for it. Harry riding a Griffin like creature. Giant spiders and a werewolf. It has some interesting time traveling scenes. And it has those dementors. I think this is the firstThis is one of the better Harry Potter movies. It has a lot going for it. Harry riding a Griffin like creature. Giant spiders and a werewolf. It has some interesting time traveling scenes. And it has those dementors. I think this is the first movie where Harry shows how strong he is with magic. I watch this one the most.… Expand
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Jaredc324Jul 18, 2019
Just a spectacular movie. Cuaron puts the edge into Harry Potter and gives it a new breath of style & craft that awakens new boundaries and evolutions to the story and world. As we begin to mature with the characters and the world they're in.
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cameronhalmansJan 9, 2019
The best in the franchise so far, directed by a genius in Alfonso Cauron, but still holds on to the same old predicatabilites. The direction is right with this one however. It’s dark and gritty, as a film like this should be.

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meydianarizki21Oct 18, 2020
Charming and Extraordinary
As with previous Potter films, this one is wonderful. The mischievous trio are back in their third year at Hogwarts.
Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) is a slightly different character in this film as the anger inside ofCharming and Extraordinary
As with previous Potter films, this one is wonderful. The mischievous trio are back in their third year at Hogwarts.

Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) is a slightly different character in this film as the anger inside of him for what happened to his parents has grown over the years. This made, for me, the film much more enjoyable than the first and second.

As one would no doubt assume, Gary Oldman's portrayal of the character Sirius Black is nothing less than perfect. However, Sirius Black seams an unlikely roll for the talented Oldman. I enjoyed him more in other films, such as 'The Professional' and 'Immortal Beloved'. Let us hope he has had the chance to 'play it up' a bit more in the much anticipated 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire'.

The original music of John Williams is more than I could ever hope to hear. It is absolutely splendid, making the film worth a listen even if you do not watch. Williams has created memorable compositions such as the theme music to 'Star Wars', 'Jaws' and 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'.

Overall, any age should enjoy this film. The visual effects are not the most spectacular I've seen, but fantastic enough to take your imagination away from the real world for 141 minutes. Even the closing credits are kind of cool.

Now, go watch the film. You'll be glad you did.… Expand
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Mikibruno02Nov 8, 2020
I loved this book ... I liked this movie, that's right, I didn't love it. Starting from the fact that directing did not drive me crazy, even "too much adolescence" made me sick. New entries in the cast and interpretations always up toI loved this book ... I liked this movie, that's right, I didn't love it. Starting from the fact that directing did not drive me crazy, even "too much adolescence" made me sick. New entries in the cast and interpretations always up to expectations, if not further. I find it too emotionless and aloof, even John Williams took a step back while doing a good job. It's not a bad movie, but I don't think it's great either: 7.… Expand
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sebastianaliJun 3, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be honest, this movie is terrible, much worse than the previous two. I have practically the same criticism with this movie as with Harry Potter 2, so just check out that review, i wouldnt repeat myself. And the time traveling aspect is so underdeveloped...
There are some moments in the movie where it shines though, like the visuals, all of the conversations with Harry and Remus Lupinand and Hagrid still manages to being the "comfort" point when the series needs it. Unfortunately the generic villian, the underdeveloped story and all of the forced situations kills this one. This movie shouldnt be three hours long.… Expand
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silbakkerJan 17, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic! Great story with surprising plottwists. Filming and acting is really nicely done.… Expand
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TomtagApr 14, 2019
This was quite humorous and one of the best of the franchise. This 3rd movie gave us more darkness and also magic and we could see more magical creatures we had been waiting for.
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zNeverSleepingSep 28, 2019
O filme tem uma nova atmosfera - um pouco mais sombria - que advêm com, tanto os novos personagens adentrados na franquia, quanto aos já presentes. Simplesmente espetacular. A trilha sonora é unica, como sempre. O roteiro é bom; corta muitasO filme tem uma nova atmosfera - um pouco mais sombria - que advêm com, tanto os novos personagens adentrados na franquia, quanto aos já presentes. Simplesmente espetacular. A trilha sonora é unica, como sempre. O roteiro é bom; corta muitas coisas do livro, mas tendo em vista que o filme mesmo assim já é longo, não sei se eles puderam fazer muita coisa. Aconselho muito que leiam o livro, caso contrario, talvez fiquem um pouco perdidos - o que definitivamente não é um mérito do próprio roteiro.… Expand
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glommanFeb 28, 2022
A good but very dense and isolated movie in the Harry Potter universe. As usual the series doesn't really know what to do with the plethora of characters, stories, and places the books portray, leaving you after more than 2 hours like you'veA good but very dense and isolated movie in the Harry Potter universe. As usual the series doesn't really know what to do with the plethora of characters, stories, and places the books portray, leaving you after more than 2 hours like you've just watched nothing of particularity. Still an entertaining and very dark and "adult" movie for Harry Potter standards… Expand
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TomRedlSep 30, 2020
Just an amazing movie, as a fan of the Harry Potter universe, when watching the movie, I constantly woke up the desire to be in it,
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ThejodjeremieNov 5, 2020
This film is my favorite so far in the franchise. The special effects look great and the tone of the film feels more serious. The story is great and not too complicated.
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Ryo91Apr 17, 2020
Toller Film . 9/10 * :-D Ich hätte allerdings noch mehr Zauberkräfte von Harry Potter gesehen dann wäre es eine 10.
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Movie_FreakMay 3, 2020
A masterclass in storytelling, and a beautifully made film. The sets are great, and there are some truly amazing visual and special effects. The cast is on there a-game, and it can surely be considered as the franchises's best.
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pur__0_0__May 12, 2021
After watching The Chamber of Secrets I was a bit skeptical to continue watching the franchise. That was what I had in mind when I began watching this - Will it also show filthy, cringy characters? Is there going to be terrible CGI withAfter watching The Chamber of Secrets I was a bit skeptical to continue watching the franchise. That was what I had in mind when I began watching this - Will it also show filthy, cringy characters? Is there going to be terrible CGI with literally no beautiful locations? Are there going to be tons of disgusting scenes? Turns out this movie is better in terms of all those things. And definitely worth a watch if you haven't done it already (I know you muts have, I am the only 90's-born stooge who still hasn't watched this series).

The story this time takes a much dark, complicated turn. In the beginning of the movie itself Harry kills his aunt, or so it seems since it has been left ambiguously. He doesn't even hesitate from using his magical powers to scare his family anymore, although it is never explained how his uncle knows that he's not allowed to use his powers. This time, just like every other time he is to escape from home and go to Hogwarts station. But this time he does it in a bus being driven by a ghost. I like how every time Harry has to escape from home it always happens in a funny and wholesome manner. Those are the scenes that I could watch forever without getting tired.

As the series is progressing, Harry Potter is having a higher budget, which is clearly visible by the fact that now it is following the "show, don't tell" principle of storytelling way more often. And that's why the story is using a lot less runtime giving exposition or conversations but rather on actually doing things. I learnt this the hard way. I was doing my project on my computer while watching the movie on the phone, and I missed a lot of scenes and had to rewind to see them again. This is a habit that I had developed from the last two movies of the franchise. And I'm really happy to see that supposedly the Potterheads must have really enjoyed seeing it in the theatres or wherever they saw it. They wouldn't have wasted any time on the talkikng scenes like sci-fi movies normally do.

However, I am more used to having Harry Potter having a simple story, just like the movies of that time like Narnia and Lord of the Rings. I was doing a project while watching the movie on my phone, so I stopped seeing the movie for like, 5 minutes and by then everything had changed. I never understood when Harry and Hermione went to the past and what exactly were they trying to change. I also didn't know who that guy was who sat on the flying creature and flew away. Also what finally happened of the Dementor, I completely missed out on that part.

There is something about the Harry Potter movies that stops me from wanting to watch them, and I have no idea why. I also get this feeling with Stuart Little and Narnia. So I can't say for a guarantee that I will rewatch it to watch the scenes that I skipped. Although this movie is a major improvement over Chamber of Secrets, it doesn't match the standard that Sorcerer's Stone has set. I have heard enough about Harry Potter and how much it means to everyone, but personally for me it's not a franchsie I could possibly bond with for some reason. I hope I change my mind soon after future movies.… Expand
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Cementer200Sep 27, 2020
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a good movie. it's good to see the harry potter book series turn into a movie series.
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MrPajamasSep 8, 2020
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a little different from previous works. The characters grew up for us and the story is a little more serious. The plot is also different and again very successful, of course, with an excellentHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a little different from previous works. The characters grew up for us and the story is a little more serious. The plot is also different and again very successful, of course, with an excellent soundtrack. Overall, the story leaves the previous episodes far behind and focuses mainly on Harry's relationship with Black, and it works. Another excellent sequel.… Expand
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benko13Oct 7, 2020
Best film of the Wizarding World franchise to date, Cuarón made wonderful movie with a true fantasy atmosphere.
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master13009Feb 24, 2021
Harry Potter 3 is my favorite Harry Potter because there is a lot of adventure, the appearance of the time turner.
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EvenllyBeatrizNov 18, 2020
I love this movie, as much as it's not faithful to the book. It can't be denied that the special effects scenes are bad, other than the werewolf, that part was terrible. My favorite scene is when they save the hippophrephre from theirI love this movie, as much as it's not faithful to the book. It can't be denied that the special effects scenes are bad, other than the werewolf, that part was terrible. My favorite scene is when they save the hippophrephre from their sentence. Without any more spoilers, I highly recommend watching the movie and reading the book. This film, as much as it's not as well praised as the others, is my favorite of the entire Harry Potter saga.… Expand
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geewahApr 21, 2021
Close to if not the best of the series.
A new director brought a much needed change in direction for the franchise that put it on a path to coming close to reaching it's potential.
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iCampoRamilJan 4, 2021
En mi opinión, la mejor de la saga.
Empezando por la entrada en escena de los dementores, convirtiendo la saga en un tono no tan infantil como las entregas previas, si no para un público más adolescente, más joven adulto, porque evidentementeEn mi opinión, la mejor de la saga.
Empezando por la entrada en escena de los dementores, convirtiendo la saga en un tono no tan infantil como las entregas previas, si no para un público más adolescente, más joven adulto, porque evidentemente la magia y la fantasía siguen por ahí, pero ya se nota la evolución, y todo gracias a Alfonso Cuarón.
Me gusta que el director premie mucho lo estético, hay planos realmente bonitos en pantalla, jugando mucho con los exteriores, y la dirección de arte, le da una esencia brutal a la película, cambiando incluso los interiores por esas tonalidades más tétricas que empezamos a ver, está todo realmente medido con lupa, no le he encontrado, seguramente habrá, un agujero por ningún lado, está justificado, y eso que jugar con el tiempo nunca es difícil.
El último añadido, Sirius Black, Gary Oldman en pantalla, mezclado con el resto de añadidos de casting, como Emma Thompson, es una verdadera maravilla que aparezcan en la misma película.
Lo que más me ha gustado, pues el tratamiento de los temas, de una manera muy adulta y completa, algo que se escapaba en entregas anteriores, la evolución interpretativa, sobre todo de Radcliffe, quien lleva todo el peso interpretativo de la película, el aumento de exteriores, faltaba eses datos de ubicación de Hogwarts que Cuarón nos proporciona, la banda sonora, Williams está de vuelta y se nota y la ya mencionada dirección de arte, una locura.
Me falla la duración, en este caso, se me hace corta, y hay cosas que se introducen que se podrían haber explicado mucho mejor con más minutos de cinta, de hecho, el ritmo, uno de los perjudicados, al final de la película, se apura mucho y deja bastantes cosas en el aire ronroneando, por ello es bueno el segundo visionado.… Expand
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omnifaceMar 8, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a semi magical movie for a good time

pros
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good ending
good people good knowledge cons
poor start
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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 17, 2021
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adzcantillasNov 24, 2021
Sirius ending up down Azkaban even if he didn't do Wrong is a Symbol of Injustice which is Nothing New. I'm like a Law somehow existing within Society going out Money ending up jailing Innocent Ones while Criminals are getting away with it isSirius ending up down Azkaban even if he didn't do Wrong is a Symbol of Injustice which is Nothing New. I'm like a Law somehow existing within Society going out Money ending up jailing Innocent Ones while Criminals are getting away with it is Nothing but Trash. You know what? I'm thinking it's not what we do 'coz what weighs a Great Degree is Why We Do Everything We Do. If y'all ask me I just wanna grabbing shots ending up Happy without doing Wrong but I'm not a Saint so if Who-Such-Is did something destroying Who I Am myself is just chillin' out waiting when Heavens will throwing out a Hell such Evil Folks should ending up with.… Expand
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MuhamedHJan 3, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. everything take 10/10 except the story. I don’t like the idea and I’m don’t like loop idea and I don't know who is the villain for this I’m give the story 7/10… Expand
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GemsicleDec 9, 2021
It has been a year and a half since the release of the Chamber of Secrets instead of one year on the dot because of the young actors' educational circumstances. Now that the actors are back on the big screen, their minds are more eruditeIt has been a year and a half since the release of the Chamber of Secrets instead of one year on the dot because of the young actors' educational circumstances. Now that the actors are back on the big screen, their minds are more erudite since their last meeting and are ready to take on more mature magic; some of it involves engaging in mortal fights.

With Harry enraged by the Dursleys, he runs away for privacy when he is spontaneously tracked by an emergency wizardry transport, known as the Knight Bus, which is a homogeneous of a two-story tall red bus in London, but blue and three stories tall. While collecting supplies for his third term at Hogwarts a conspiracy is being gossiped in his world when there has been an escaped prisoner from Azkaban that is out to track Harry’s scent and extinguish him. Although he is learning new spells for self defense and melee, “Harry is not safe, even by the walls of Hogwarts or his peers'', which was a line from the back cover of the novel by JK Rowling. There are black-cloacked flying creatures that are patrolling the perimeter of the school as they wait for Sirius Black to approach their position and to take him into their custody. The black and cold disseminating Dementors may harm Azkaban prisoners, but also anyone who fumbles around with them as their functions are to suck out the souls and happiness out of people.

The first two films were specifically made to be family-friendly due to the safety of the child actors, but here, they are now teenagers and are on the moving staircase to maturity. This gave director Chris Columbus the motivation to bequeath his position to Mexican director Alfonso Cuaron, who shoots his films by going into the dark pits of cinematography and long frame shots. As this film is darker than its predecessors, the triumphant composer John Williams puts more suspense in his music here than his typical style to make audiences gain more scrutiny in the scenes that Williams puts his music in. Even though there is more suspense here than the first two films which were rated PG, this film received that very same rating, so it must be taken seriously.

More mystery than charm and delight is something that got me more involved in this film than the first two movies. This is definitely a movie that will make audiences rock to their core.… Expand
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lucafi0rentiniApr 9, 2022
Alfonso Cuaròn's astounding direction, John Williams' score (not only the best one in the Harry Potter film series but also at the very least one of the composer's finest), Stuart Craig's unparalleled production design, the visual and specialAlfonso Cuaròn's astounding direction, John Williams' score (not only the best one in the Harry Potter film series but also at the very least one of the composer's finest), Stuart Craig's unparalleled production design, the visual and special effects that still hold up two decades later, the beautiful cinematography and the actors' performances (even the kids' acting got noticeably better from 'Chamber of Secrets'); simply put, this is a masterpiece, and sooner or later even the ones that are still complaining about the story of the marauders being cut and the little changes made by Cuaròn and writer Steve Kloves (and ultimately understand that book to film cannot be a 1:1 translation) will see what an incredible film this truly is.… Expand
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SuperbaDMIkeJun 15, 2022
Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban is a movie fun and worth watching.
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ThaddaeusJul 2, 2022
The directing is excellent, as well as the editing. The story is engaging one, and wonderful characters. Yes bad dialogue from here and there but doesn’t ruin the experience. One the best movies in the franchise.
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Fixer84Mar 16, 2023
Perhaps the best of all Harry Potter films. There is absolutely nothing out of place and the only flaw, but this is subjective, is the too little presence of my favorite character, who is Sirius Black. Being a film that closely concerns himPerhaps the best of all Harry Potter films. There is absolutely nothing out of place and the only flaw, but this is subjective, is the too little presence of my favorite character, who is Sirius Black. Being a film that closely concerns him it would have been nice to see him a little more but he is really the only out of tune in a film that borders on perfection. Time management is also excellent, an Achilles heel that could really make any film make big slips, but this is not the case.… Expand
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Bigwillyhaver69Jul 21, 2023
ts one of the best in the series because of great organization of the story.
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Kevin_Manning_Aug 26, 2023
Hold on to your wizard hats because "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" takes the beloved series to breathtaking new heights. Director Alfonso Cuarón's unique vision breathes new life into the series, infusing it with an artful blendHold on to your wizard hats because "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" takes the beloved series to breathtaking new heights. Director Alfonso Cuarón's unique vision breathes new life into the series, infusing it with an artful blend of darkness and wonder. The cast's performances have matured alongside their characters, giving us a glimpse into the evolving dynamics of friendship and courage. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint delve even deeper into their roles, delivering performances that tug at our heartstrings and remind us that these characters are not just figments of imagination, but relatable, authentic souls.… Expand
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