hary potter and the order of the phoenix
fans who have not yet read the book will most likely be thrilled by the latest harry potter film. those who have read the book, however, will not. you cannot deny that the effects were fantastic, and the visuals were quite beautiful, but the story suffered in it's transition from book to screen. from beginning (the lack of a howler sent to the dursleys addressed the petunia) to end (the meaning of a prophecy fully explored), important events that shape the next book/movie were chopped and squished to fit neatly into 2 hours and eight minutes. i do not doubt that some may wish to pick up the book after seeing this film, to have many parts better explained, or to have a chance to become emotional over events that were flown through so quickly, you weren't quite certain they actually transpired. but despite everything, it is a movie everyone will be able to enjoy on some level. the casting was wonderful, especialy in the cases of luna, umbridge, and bellatrix. a must see for all fans.