User blog comment:Kacieh/Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows- Part 1 Review Page/@comment-3239480-20101130045054

Harry Potter: two words that define a generation. They are the meaning of so much joy to millions around the world and to have the movies come to an end is bittersweet to everyone.

The acting: Plain and simple: this has to be the best cast in the history of movies. Not one actor had a dull moment. Everyone shined. From the trio to the actors with one scene, I believed every moment of it.

Dan Radcliffe – he has such an ease to him now. With each movie, I could feel as though he was putting more and more of himself into it. In this movie, it was as though he laid it all out. He has such a bright future and I look forward to his later work.

Rupert Grint – the pain and discomfort on his face before he destroyed the Horcrux was amazing. He looked so distraught and as he fought through it, I felt his passion. Also, as he yells at Harry about his parents, who didn’t love that scene?

Emma Watson – this little young lady stole the movie. Torture scene anyone? She has chops. Her screams and I cringed. I have goosebumps now thinking about it.

Fiona Shaw – had no lines. But that one shot of her said it all.

Alan Rickman, Helena Bonham Carter, and Ralph Fiennes – I want to shake thier hand and them for awesome-ness. Nothing more to say.

Cinematography: The views and locations they shot at were breathtaking. As the trio traveled through the land, I was excited to see where they would be next, just for the scenery. I loved the variety of landscapes chosen to showcase the seasons. Perfect.

Script: Since the first 2 movies, this movie has followed the books the best. With only minor details excluded and additional details added, the story and pacing seemed to move right along. I loved how even though there was so much tension, there were moments to defuse it. The little moment between Harry and Hermione was so cute and showed how even though you’re in a tough spot, a little dancing makes everyone happy. 

Overall…I would give this movie 10 out of 5 stars. I’ve seen it once and am waiting to see it in IMAX.