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NOVEMBER 5, 2005 at 10:11 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Various
With the premiere of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire just hours away, a few early reviews from publications in the UK have appeared online. One gives it 3 out of 5 stars in what seems more like an recap of the movie than a review, one is a more in-depth review from four kids and their aunt and the last one discusses the actors and the plot.
From The Times
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What's fresh about the Goblet of Fire is the intriguing tension between the feeble and the strong. This has always been Rowling's tug of war. The playground duels between Harry and his peers are as bitter as ever, but there's a delicious sense of anarchy about boarding school life. For the first time we sense what makes Harry tick under pressure.
From the Guardian:
By common consent, among my party at least, this is the best Potter on film yet and, while I'm no expert, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The wit, panache and special effects put you in mind of the best of the Bond films, while the fabulous acting from the likes of Frances de la Tour, Maggie Smith, Miranda Richardson and Robbie Coltrane put me in mind of the St. Trinian's films.
From the Telegraph:
Fear and sadness are expertly portrayed, and no matter how much you love or hate the book you'll have a hard time not getting drawn into this movie.
UPDATE: AICN have also posted a review of the film in which the reviewer gives it a B+, only because there is too much humor in the film.
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Wizard
Points: 759
Aberforth12358 says:
I expected this to be the best movie in the series. Newell was the best choice for GoF. They should get him back for sixth.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:15 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1169
Mademoiselle Weasley says:
Reviews sound good. Looking forward to seeing it myself.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:16 PM EST
Singularly Gifted Witch
Points: 5157
Medea says:
Eeek London premiere tomorrow! Don't think I will be home when they run that live stream online :( but I'm sure we'll have lots of stills. And 12 more days for us! For movies I already know I'm seeing, I couldn't care less what the critics say. Only if I know nothing about the movie will I look up some reviews.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:16 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
Like I've suspected since some months, it's going to be the best movie so far, and it's keeping going... November 18th will be one of the best day for all the potter fans (except for the best day, july 16th when HBP went out).
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:22 PM EST
High Inquisitor
Points: 23483
KT Lady says:
Well, I'm glad that the overall attitude towards the movie is positive...although 3 out of 5 stars? Ack, I think when the movie comes out more and more critics will see how awesome it is :P
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:23 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1122
PhoenixPatronus2 says:
I'm really hoping that the 3/5 stars is because they're not Harry Potter fans, and not because the movie isn't as great as it's supposed to be. Either way...3/5 stars is still respectable (just not as great as I hoped), but I'm willing to bet the critics don't know what they're talking about anyway, so I'll wait and decide for myself.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:23 PM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
These are pretty good reviews, so excited for the movie! But why 3 out of 5 stars? I guess the critics don't look at it from a HP reader's point of view.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:23 PM EST
Student
Points: 213
hermownninny18 says:
I absolutely agree with 'guardian' In my opinion this was the best book. I am so eager to see the movie. Accio Nov. 18!!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:26 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1380
Chadick says:
Oh, I read the Times one earlier, alright. That wasn't really a review. I can't believe they give GOF 3 stars out of 5. That surely won't bring down my enthusiasm for the movie. The other two were okay, though. Can't wait!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:30 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1720
hpforever138 says:
Good reviews, I feel as this one is going to be the best, 12 more days!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:37 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1937
rocker_336 says:
Well as long as it's good news then I don't mind it. I just don't like to read them and learn to much about the movie.
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:43 PM EST
Mrs. Rob Pattinson
Points: 3851
Tonks&Lupin4ever says:
This film sounds so amazing!!!! I can't wait until we all get to see it, and that tommorow is the premiere!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:49 PM EST
Witch
Points: 680
Quidditch_Chaser_USA says:
3 stars? 3 STARS!!!??!?! What's this rubbish? Oh that's bullocks! Hello?
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:51 PM EST
Witch
Points: 813
harrypotterfan4eva says:
Those reviews make me super excited! I can't wait any longer!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:52 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2419
Gwenyth says:
Its excellent to hear that they all enjoyed the film. There is nothing worse than a bad review to spoil a film!
Posted Nov 5, 2005 at 11:52 PM EST
Squib
Points: 197
Amber luvs Dan! says:
Sweet. i can't wait untill the movie.
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:00 AM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
Wow, great reviews! They are all good, fortunately...
These are good.. Cant wait for the movie...
ACCIO NOVEMER 18th!
~MP~
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:14 AM EST
Albus' & Abe's Sister
Points: 2812
heyGia says:
I would very much like to see the pre-premiere stuff- seeing the actors, JKR and other people involved in the movie. I can see it livestreamed but 4:00 am in Sydney.
I hope that since it will open later in Australia is so we can also have our Australian premiere. That would be cool since Dan is going to be in Australia to film a movie at the end of the year. Yayness.
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:19 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
jenn007a says:
I cant wait, its almost here!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:25 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2474
Leina D. says:
The reviews are great, but i'd like to judge for myself. The trailers and promotional material have hypened the anticipation!
I can't wait to see the film.
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:30 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1248
Ivay says:
The premiers going to be so good!Hey if we are watching the lvie stream on the internet do we get to see the movie as well?!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:43 AM EST
Dark Mark Caster
Points: 7648
FireboltFlyr says:
Looks like they really liked the movie! They should because it's going to be the best HP movie out! I'm sooo excited for GoF... I can't wait any longer! Accio November 18th!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:54 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 10
Princess Fleur says:
im so excited!!! but i just found out it doesnt come out in Australia till 1st December!!!! argh!!! i love draco malfoy!!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 12:55 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 10
Princess Fleur says:
Accio december 1st i say....
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 1:00 AM EST
Witch
Points: 822
I love HP says:
I'm not reading it i have enough with all these clips thank you very much!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 1:00 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2682
hplovergurl says:
I can't wait for the movie to come out! I want to know how the schooling is different from the other ones, everyone seems to say that it is really different! I hope I love it, I sounds awesome!
Posted Nov 6, 2005 at 1:21 AM EST
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