In 2001 I was studying at the University of Reading when Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was released at cinemas. Having read all four of the books that had been released I was extremely excited to be able to experience Harry Potter on the big screen. I wandered down to the local Vue cinema for a midnight screening with my boyfriend’s sister and can remember wholly enjoying the film. I thought the casting was perfect and the visuals were magical; I was hooked. Looking back it is pretty obvious some of the acting isn’t that great and the films all fall down on certain things but the essence of the book has been captured with its childlike innocence and focus on the importance of friendship, love and integrity set in a world of wizards and magic. Watching the final Potter film at a press screening in 2011 would not have been imaginable to me back then, but there I sat feeling slightly nauseous at having to say farewell to this fabulous franchise. I can’t believe it’s all over now but I am sure I will be enjoying the films for a long time to come. You can read my review of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part Two here
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