Eh... - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Reviews

It was an okay movie, what I loved about it, first of all, was that it was exactly like what I pictured in my mind, all but Delores Umbridge. Although played by a very good actress, she is not what I pictured from the book. She is a tiny woman, very 'squeaky'. I pictured a very 'tough' woman, of large build and stature, and no kindness whatsoever. Although the latter is correct, the overall picture just wasn't her. They did leave out some of what I thought to be crucial details....such as cleaning the house, the coins for the DA, and, oh yes, the Howler to Petunia. I believe that they trust you to read the books, and put the rest of the pieces together...so read it! The Ministry of Magic scenes were absolutely extraordinary... exactly what I pictured. Ummmmm.....as for acting.... I have, am, and always will be in love with the actor that plays Sirius. He is tremendous! Absolutely a brilliant performance! Once again, the Dumbledore just did not impress me. The 6th movie will be hard to pull off, i believe, if they keep this Dumbledore. Although several of the ladies in the theatre just swoon when Daniel Radcliffe comes on scene, I dont! He is just ordinary in this film, and I was just satisfied with his performance. I loved the new Luna! EXACTLY like I had in mind. As for the guy who plays Lucius, I couldn't have been more impressed. I love him... he is so good with 'falling into character'. ummmm The Threstrals were pretty awesome in this movie...I had pictured them slightly different, like the Fresian horse. Of course, they are not as glamorous as I had pictured, but if they had been glamorous, why would they only be seen by those who have seen death? Oh, another slight difference from previous movies....the dog that was 'Padfoot' has changed. He was a ferocious, frightful mut. Now he looks like a deerhound! Well played, directors, I like this one much better. Another Actress worth noting: Bellatrix is EXCELLENT!!!!!!!! Couldn't have chosen a better person! Absolutely flawless performance! Okay I'm done...it's 3 in the morning, and I need to get going....pleaase mark me as helpful :-))