Sunday, November 27, 2005

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Starring:

Daniel Radcliffe
Harry Potter

Emma Watson
Hermione Granger

Rupert Grint
Ron Weasley

***1/2 Stars

A Dark and Mysterious Thrill Ride

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire certainly is the darkest of the first four films, with more action, more humor, and romance. Romance? Oh yes, Harry Potter is fourteen and has got the hots for a schoolgirl.

Harry is back for his fourth year at Hogwarts with his more challenges then ever. This year includes the Triwizard Tournament, in which student representatives from three different wizarding schools compete in a contest with three specific tasks. This will decide who is the champion of all students.

This tournament is decided by what is known as the Goblet of Fire, a mysterious blue fire in which students can place their names in the fire and then are chosen randomly. However, when the names are called on, Harry Potter is chosen to compete. The plot thickens...

Harry Potter is only fourteen. The rules state that only students seventeen and older can compete. Harry’s reputation stagers as many call him a cheater. Who could have done this to Harry? Only Harry can find out by rising to the challenge and competing in the events.

The Triwizard Tournament is gorgeous to look at. The scenes are intense, packed with a deep and emotional presence that is hard to resist. Director Mike Newell really focuses on the transformation of Harry and how his emotion evolves concerning the Dark Lord. Will Harry soon get his vengeance on his parents? Only time will tell.

Not only does the Goblet of Fire change my reviews on the previous films, it has me anxiously awaiting the next chapter in the series (Presently set for a 2007 release).

In a scene during the Quidditch World Cup, Harry walks into the tent he is to stay at. It is the size of an ordinary camping tent. When he enters, he gazes around at a spacious and incredibly roomy household. "I love magic," he says with a grin.

I agree with Harry. And that is why I love this film. It is pure magic.

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