An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.An orphaned boy enrolls in a school of wizardry, where he learns the truth about himself, his family and the terrible evil that haunts the magical world.
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Plot: Harry Potter, an orphan living with his uncle and his family is invited to Hogwarts School of Magic to become a wizard.
Story and direction: I had watched this part around the time it released but never just kept in touch since I didn't understand a word. Seeing it now as an adult and a movie lover, I just fell in love with this fictional world created. The characters, settings, story, etc.. all just feel seamless. Thanks to J K Rowling, Steve Kloves and Chris Columbus who have done justice to the source material provided to them. I feel the themes are so very relevant in this film. The intricacies of those themes are valid in the current world we do live in. This is what I just exactly want from any story presented to me. Although the film is very long, I never felt bored for a single moment. And to adapt quite a huge novel comes with responsibility and precaution, which the makers completely justified. The sets are huge and awesome. You just feel you are in Hogwarts actually. Also each characters costume is just to marvel at. John Williams once again just proves why he is the composer of the century. But I did feel some flaws to the film. Being a first film, the main plot of the film comes at around the 90th minute of the film. Also the VFX of the film felt very amateur considering some great VFX was done in the years preceding this film.
Performances: I would say that the casting of the film is just perfect. Applause for the casting team is deserved. Never do you feel that another actor should play the role. The kids, Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Tom Felon just to name a few are fantastic. These 10-11 year old just steal your heart. Also the other cast like Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Robbie Coltrane make themselves likable.
Favorite Scene: There were many favourite scenes in this film for me. But one scene in particular was the troll scene where Harry and Ron decide to save Hermione and after the saving Hermione vouches for the boys. This is the scene where you actually happen to see the bond solidified between the 3 as friends.
Verdict: For anyone who just loves fantasy film and worlds with great visuals, this film is just for you. I assure you won't be disappointed. I plan on seeing the entire series now because I am fascinated by this world and want to see what else has it got to offer.
I am going with an 8/10.
- AnishMisra
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- TriviaAlan Rickman was handpicked to play Snape by J.K. Rowling, and received special instructions from her about the character. Rowling even provided him with vital details of Snape's backstory, not revealed until the final novel.
- Goofs(at around 1h 11 mins) When Harry is upside down with the troll holding him by his legs, his hair is pointing to the floor and his scar is no where to be seen on his forehead.
- Quotes
[Harry sits in front of the Mirror of Erised, gazing thoughtfully into it; he doesn't realise Albus Dumbledore is standing a few yards behind him]
Albus Dumbledore: Back again, Harry?
[Harry turns around and stands up]
Albus Dumbledore: I see that you, like so many before you, have discovered the delights of the Mirror of Erised. I trust by now you realise what it does.
[slowly approaches]
Albus Dumbledore: Let me give you a clue.
[stands opposite of Harry in front of the mirror]
Albus Dumbledore: The happiest... man on earth would look into the mirror and see only himself exactly as he is.
Harry Potter: So then, it shows us what we want. *Whatever* we want.
Albus Dumbledore: Yes, and no. It shows us nothing more or less than the deepest and most desperate desires of our hearts. Now, *you*, Harry, who have never known your family, you see them... standing beside you. But remember this, Harry: This mirror... gives us neither... knowledge... or truth. Men have wasted away in front of it, even gone mad. That is why tomorrow it will be moved to a new home. And I must ask you... not to go looking for it again. It does not do to dwell on dreams, Harry, and forget to live.
- Crazy creditsRichard Bremmer (the face and voice of Lord Voldemort) is credited as "He Who Must Not Be Named", Lord Voldemort's title.
- Alternate versionsThere is an extended cut of the film running about 159 minutes vs the theatrical version runs 152 minutes. It was first shown on TV networks (ABC in the US, several international broadcasts had the same extended showing) in 2004. The 2009 Ultimate Edition DVD/Blu-ray release includes this cut as well. The deleted scenes added back into the movie are:
- Dudley's Uniform: Aunt Petunia dyes Dudley's old uniform gray so Harry could use it as his school uniform (before Harry receives the letter from Hogwarts.)
- Cracking Eggs: Aunt Petunia opens egg cartons and cracks them, discovering rolled up letters from Hogwarts addressed to Harry.
- On the train: Hagrid and Harry take the train to London, and Hagrid reveals his love for dragons.
- Snape's Class: An extended version of Snape's potions class.
- Finding Flamel: Harry, Ron, and Hermione discover Nicholas Flamel's name in a wizard card while looking for a counter curse for Neville's leg locker curse.
- Harry's Meditation: Harry and Ron discuss the Mirror of Erised.
- ConnectionsEdited into 5 Second Movies: Harry Potter (2008)
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- Also known as
- Harry Potter y la Piedra Filosofal
- Filming locations
- Alnwick Castle, Alnwick, Northumberland, England, UK(broomstick flying lessons; Ron insults Hermione; Harry complaining that his scar keeps hurting)
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Box office
- Budget
- $125,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $318,886,962
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $90,294,621
- Nov 18, 2001
- Gross worldwide
- $1,026,428,854
- Runtime2 hours 32 minutes
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- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1