Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter, a 10 year old discovers that he is a wizard. If you've read the book then you know whats coming and its a must see movie. For those who havent just sit back and enjoy the adventure. Overall Rating:

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Directed by Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Sean Biggerstaff, David Bradley, John Cleese, Robbie Coltrane, Alfie Enoch, Tom Felton, Rupert Grint, Richard Griffiths, Richard Harris, Ian Hart, Joshua Herdman, John Hurt, Matt Lewis, Devon Murray, Katharine Nicholson, Chris Rankin, Alan Rickman, Fiona Shaw, Maggie Smith, Verne Troyer, Zoe Wannamaker, Julie Walters, Emma Watson, Jamie Waylett If you havent heard of Harry Potter you have probably been living on mars for the last 2 year. If you've read the book then you know how beautifully written it is with every detail mapped out. This film had the task of bringing it all to life, but no means an easy task. With a cast list such as this it was hardly going to be a flop. There are a lot of top British actors in this film but unfortunately having so many means that there isnt enough time for the actors to make a big impact or really get into the characters. If you havent read the book then you might it a little hard grasping the whole story. I'm not going to tell you what happens but basically Harry Potter has been living the first 10 years of his life sleeping under the stairs of a family who loathes him. He is treated like dirt by the aunt and uncle who begrudgingly inherited him when his parents were killed by the evil Voldemort (don't worry, you'll get used to the strange names). A mysterious letter, delivered by the friendly giant Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane) tells him that he has been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and that's where the real adventure starts. To those who have read the book its a great feeling anticipating the next scene, to know how the book is concived on the big screen and how different it is from their own imaginations. Also having read the book you evidently notice the stories and the sub plots cut out. Great scenes like the Sorting Hats song, the dashing off of Norbert in the night, the Dursley's between Hagrid and Hogwarts, and many others were absent. For those who have read the book this is a definite must see movie.