BLU-RAY
REVIEW:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1
4/14/11
OVERVIEW: Everything has led to this moment. The epic finale begins with
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1, which arrives on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital Download this April 15th from Warner Home Video and Warner Bros. Digital Distribution. Setting the stage for the much anticipated theatrical release of
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 this summer, the entire ensemble cast is back for this must-see seventh installment of the top-grossing motion picture franchise in history, based on the best-selling book series by
J.K. Rowling.
On April 15th, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part
1 will be available for rent ON DEMAND through Digital Cable, Satellite TV, and select game consoles. It is also available to buy through DIGITAL DOWNLOAD from digital movie retailers and select game consoles.
FILM REVIEW: Lord
Voldemort: I
must be the one to kill Harry Potter!
It’s as simple and straightforward as that. The end is near
and it’s hard to believe after all these years of Harry
Potter. It’s amazing how we’ve watched these kids grow, and
it will be sad to let them go, or at least in this context. What
can you say about one of the most successful franchises in
cinematic history? Some of the releases have been better than
others, but they have all kept you glued to the Harry Potter
saga. And now that we are at the second to last movie, you
can’t help but to want to soak it all in. I’ve heard a lot
of mixed reactions regarding the last episode, The Half Blood
Prince, such as it was too weak or lacked action. If you agree
with that, you will be pleased with this latest chapter because
it is better. It is dramatic and touching, it has more action
and conflict, and it is more serious and somber. It seems that
there is a direct correlation between the kids’ maturity and
the seriousness of each movie. Everything is leading to a final
battle between good and evil, Luke and Vader, Frodo and Sauron,
Neo and Smith, Potter and Voldemort. Yeah, strangely enough,
this film reminded me a lot of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and
even Matrix. When you watch it, you’ll probably see what I
mean. I’m sure J.K. Rowling had no idea of how much this whole
thing was going to blow up. Just ask any of the thousands of
people who stood in line for hours on end just to get a glimpse
of the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter section in Universal
Studios Orlando the first few weeks after it opened. I
personally saw the line (saw it, did not get in it) on opening
day in mid June. The line wrapped around the entire park. It was
a total coincidence that Priscilla and I, and the rest of our
crew, happened to be there that day, not knowing of this major
event. It was unlike anything I had ever seen. The Harry Potter
movie series is also unlike anything we have ever seen and this
latest release is the first layer of icing on the cake.
Along with the maturing stars of the show, their maturing
performances, and the maturing subject matter and conflict, the
special effects just keep getting better and better. There is a
good amount of “magic” used in this film which is always a
highlight. Another plus is that the breathtaking scenery and
filming locations are really above and beyond any other Potter
flick so far. I also liked the fact that, even if ever so
briefly, we get to see a vast majority of all the characters we
have encountered throughout this journey. And we get to see
quite a bit of Voldemort too. Speaking of which, the cliffhanger
ending is pretty good. Fittingly, David Yates who directed the
two latest Potters, Order of the Phoenix and Half Blood Prince,
is the man in charge for the two last Potters and he has done a
great job with them. It goes without saying that I recommend
this movie, especially if you are a Potter follower.
Film
Review By Cine Marcos
cinemarcos@smartcine.com
SYNOPSIS: Harry, Ron and Hermione set out on their perilous mission to track down and destroy the secret to Voldemort’s immortality and destruction – the Horcruxes. On their own and on the run, the three friends must now rely on one another more than ever…but Dark Forces in their midst threaten to tear them apart. Meanwhile the wizarding world has become a dangerous place. The long-feared war has begun and the Dark Lord has seized control of the Ministry of Magic and even Hogwarts, terrorizing and arresting all who might oppose him. The Chosen One has become the hunted one as the Death Eaters search for Harry with orders to bring him to Voldemort…alive.
BLU-RAY:
The film is
presented in 1080P widescreen in a 2.40:1 aspect ration
preserving its theatrical format. The picture is just
flawless.Not only the picture looks great in
this release, also the sound it is good, a 5.1 DTS-HD Master
Audio (48kHz/24bit) in English, Spanish and French that provides a
good complement to the picture. It also includes
English Spanish French
subtitles.
VIDEO:
2.40:1 Anamorphic Widescreen 1080P
AUDIO:
English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, English DVS 2.0 Dolby Digital,
French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
Subtitles -
English, French & Spanish English SDH, French & Spanish
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Exclusive Sneak Peek of a scene from the highly anticipated upcoming film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2***
Maximum Movie Mode
- Join host Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy), and other members of the cast and crew, on an interactive journey through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1. Plus, revisit important moments from the previous films to prepare for the final battle that takes place in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2.
Dan, Rupert and Emma's Running Competition
- While filming the escape scene from the Snatchers in Swinley Forest, Dan, Rupert and Emma engage in a little competition of their own. With colorful commentary by Director David Yates, see the competitive spirit on set and this hilarious rivalry between the three leads.
The Seven Harrys
- See how Daniel Radcliffe recreated the personalities of the different characters that transform into Harrys in the hilarious Privet Drive scene.
On the Green with Rupert, Tom, Oliver and James
– Accompany Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Oliver Phelps (George Weasley) and James Phelps (Fred Weasley) for a round of golf and get a glimpse into their 10-year friendship that developed while making the Harry Potter films.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Promotional Trailer
- Join Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and other cast members from the Harry Potter films on their first visit to the Grand Opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Additional Scenes
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1: Behind the Soundtrack
Standard Definition DVD of the feature film
Digital Copy of the feature film
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