Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts

Name: Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
Genre: Talk & Interview, Documentary, Events & Specials
Released: January 1, 2022
Rating: 65

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Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts

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HBO Max | Release Date: January 1, 2022

Summary: The documentry brings together many of the cast and directors to talk about the Harry Potter film franchise.

Genre(s): Talk & Interview, Documentary, Events & Specials

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Jade Budowski

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: A bittersweet, magical trip down memory lane, Harry Potter: Return to Hogwarts offers everything you could possibly want out of a reunion special. Read full review

Caroline Framke

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: Return to Hogwarts” manages to unearth enough genuine sincerity, and occasionally even jolts of pathos, to keep from becoming quite as sticky sweet as one of Harry’s treacle tarts. ... That it ends up charming as much as it does is a testament to its actors, game and charismatic as ever, once again finding a way to engross their audience in more intangible ways than merely following the script. Read full review

The Independent Roisin O'Connor

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: Millions of young fans dreamt of being part of Harry Potter’s world; Return to Hogwarts is possibly the closest you’ll ever feel to achieving it. Read full review

The Times Carol Midgley

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: It is a charming if at times saccharine reunion and, the bottom line, good television. But it would have benefited hugely from proper input from the woman who made it all possible. Read full review

Liz Shannon Miller

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: It is definitely possible to make a more insightful and comprehensive document of Harry Potter as a pop culture phenomenon and its lasting impact. But as a subjective portrait of what it meant to become an adult while making a series of films for children, Return to Hogwarts proves pretty memorable. Read full review

The Guardian Lucy Mangan

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: It is a slick and calculated production, designed to give Potterheads exactly what they want, how they want it. But it contains enough untold stories and honesty from the participants and unfakeable camaraderie to give it more genuine heart than probably anyone expected. Read full review

IndieWire Kristen Lopez

Jan 3, 2022

Season 1 Review: If you’re a “Harry Potter” superfan, you’ll probably find returning to Hogwarts and seeing your favorite characters reunited pleasant enough. Just don’t expect anything passing for growth. Read full review

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Kevin_Manning_

Aug 26, 2023

Prepare to be whisked away on a truly enchanting journey down memory lane with "Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts." This documentary is an emotional rollercoaster that beautifully captures the essence of the beloved Harry Potter series and its incredible impact on both thePrepare to be whisked away on a truly enchanting journey down memory lane with "Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts." This documentary is an emotional rollercoaster that beautifully captures the essence of the beloved Harry Potter series and its incredible impact on both the cast and fans alike. As we are welcomed back into the wizarding world, we are treated to an experience that is nothing short of pure magic.

From the very first scene, it's evident that this documentary is more than just a celebration of a cinematic masterpiece; it's a heartwarming reunion of old friends who shared an extraordinary bond while bringing the wizarding world to life on the silver screen. The cast's genuine affection for each other and their characters is palpable, as they share anecdotes, behind-the-scenes tales, and heartfelt reflections on their journey throughout the ten years of creating cinematic history.

"Return to Hogwarts" isn't just a documentary; it's a love letter to a generation that grew up with Harry, Ron, Hermione, and the entire wizarding world. It's a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, friendship, and the ability of fictional worlds to become very real in our hearts. For anyone who has ever felt the rush of excitement as they opened a new book or sat in a theater awaiting the next installment, this documentary is an absolute must-watch.… Expand

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FelipePedro07

Aug 23, 2022

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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iCampoRamil

Jan 17, 2022

Pues más o menos lo que te puedes esperar de un reencuentro pasados 20 años, con sus más y sus menos.
Tiene un poquito de todo, su parte emotiva, curiosidades que no sabías, anécdotas, relaciones entre el cast, el cómo fluyó y funcionó todo, y eso es guay.
Para un friki de la saga sirve paraPues más o menos lo que te puedes esperar de un reencuentro pasados 20 años, con sus más y sus menos.
Tiene un poquito de todo, su parte emotiva, curiosidades que no sabías, anécdotas, relaciones entre el cast, el cómo fluyó y funcionó todo, y eso es guay.
Para un friki de la saga sirve para recordar cosas que algún día leyó, para alguien que solamente se las ha visto de refilón, le hará enterarse de cosas guays y por lo que es tan maravillosa esta saga.
Bien la estructura, bien planteado, eso sí, faltan cositas, y personas, no sé si por rencillas entre ellos o por contratos, pero hubiese molado que salieran más gente.

· Cosas buenas: si eres fan, te encantará, puede incluso que te salte la lagrimilla, tiene un buen equilibrio en todas sus partes, y la química entre ellos después de tanto tiempo es algo mágico.
· Cosas malas: si no te va mucho, te puedes aburrir, no está J.K. Rowling, que creo que aportaría bastante a todo lo narrado, y faltan cositas que han omitido sin saber porqué.
· Conclusión: no hay mucho más que añadir, es algo bonito de ver, que no te va a cambiar la vida, pero que te puede hacer revivir cosas... eso, mágicas.… Expand

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