Post by ck100 on Jul 15, 2024 3:49:46 GMT
Any fans of this "Harry Potter" sequel? How has it held up after 15 years? I've heard that this is the most expensive of the Harry Potter movies with a $250 million budget. But at least the movie, like with the previous Harry Potter films, was a box office success. It also got critical acclaim for the story, performances, cinematography (Oscar nominated), etc.
Leonard Maltin Movie Guide Review:
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) - 3 out of 4 stars
"Sixth in the series of J.K. Rowling adaptations. As Death Eaters fly around London, Professor Dumbledore asks Harry's help to persuade Horace Slughorn (Broadbent) to return to Hogwarts' teaching staff--but doesn't reveal why his presence is so important. This entry is unusually light and funny for much of the way as the three main characters deal with puppy love. Progressively more serious as the story develops; the film also loses some of its buoyancy around the two-hour mark. Still very entertaining, particularly for fans of the series. 3-D Super 35."
Leonard Maltin Movie Guide Review:
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) - 3 out of 4 stars
"Sixth in the series of J.K. Rowling adaptations. As Death Eaters fly around London, Professor Dumbledore asks Harry's help to persuade Horace Slughorn (Broadbent) to return to Hogwarts' teaching staff--but doesn't reveal why his presence is so important. This entry is unusually light and funny for much of the way as the three main characters deal with puppy love. Progressively more serious as the story develops; the film also loses some of its buoyancy around the two-hour mark. Still very entertaining, particularly for fans of the series. 3-D Super 35."
