In addition to omitting spoilers, I’ll also avoid discussing plot specifics in this post. I’m sure you can find those all over the web. I just wanted to note a few things, especially for those who haven’t seen the film yet:
- It’s extremely beneficial to watch Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 immediately before viewing Part 2. They’re designed as two halves of a whole, much like The Matrix sequels, as opposed to any given Star Wars or Back to the Future film.
- Expect an action movie. While Part 1 was a drama in every sense, this one is all climax.
- The 3D conversion is serviceable, but unnecessary. Since the film wasn’t shot for 3D, only a few angles benefit from it, while the sharp and beautiful cinematography loses some of its punch. That said, see the movie in whatever format makes you happy. I’m not here to judge.
I look forward to writing a more complete reaction soon, but I’ll wait until more people have seen the film. It’ll give me more time to think about it anyway.
Enjoy!