Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, John Cleese, Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Richard Griffiths, Richard Harris, Ian Hurt, Alan Rickman
Directed by: Chris Columbus
Rating: PG
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy
2001

Times Seen:
Tim: 2

Summary: Young Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) learns that his parents were both very powerful wizards, and is suddenly whisked away to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Here, he discovers that he is somewhat of a legend, the sole survivor of a plot by the evil Lord Voldemort. He tries to adjust himself to his new surroundings, befriending Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson). His focus on school is disrupted when he begins searching for the legendary sorcerer's stone.

Review:

Tim: I'm not a very big Potterhead. I never got into the books and I certainly never will. All that being said, I couldn't make myself dislike this movie. It is fantasy eye candy that surprisingly has more substance than you could imagine. There is a world that is so amazing and awe inspiring that you can't help but get sucked in. There is definitely a mythology here that is quite fascinating.

Daniel Radcliffe is excellent as the titular hero. He possesses a youthful charm that makes him believable as the boy wizard. Rupert Grint plays his part perfectly, providing much needed comedic relief without appearing too silly. Emma Watson is energetic and fantastic. She nearly steals the show.

Hogwarts is a fascinating place with a cast of interesting professors and creatures. Quidditch is an exciting and intense game and it looks amazing on the big screen (even if I still don't quite understand all the rules).

The special effects are astounding and pull you in on an incredible adventure. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is exciting and children as well as adults should fall in love with it- even if they still refuse to read the books.



Rating 1-10
Tim's Rating- 8



If You Enjoyed This Movie, We Recommend: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire