Harry Potter And The Goblet of Fire (12a)

The Goblet of Fire is a good movie and I was thoroughly entertained throughout. Things are beggining to get dark in the wizarding world and this is really well done by the director. The film also shows the changes in the characters as they are getting into their teens and becoming idiots as most of did. The acting of Dan Radcliffe and Emma Watson really is bad but for some reason it does not annoy me that much (certainly not enough to turn off!

I can imagine that some of the scenes might be scary for a young'un but then it has a 12 cert so they shouldn't watching it I guess.

I've watched several of these films and thought they were pretty good - but I wasn't blown away I must say.

However, this film was really quite good and has re-sparked my interest in this franchise.

Definitely watch this one, even if you dont read the rest!

I watched almost all HP movie (except the last one: half-blood prince) and I feel that this series was the turning point of my HP interest. I got very excited to watch the first 3 movies since I could get the whole idea just by watching the movie (I don't read the book). But since this series onwards, I began to disappointed by the unclear storyline, much complex conflicts, etc which couldn't be understood if we don't read the book.

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I have got all the films on DVD, and they are so easy to get hooked on.

I really recommend watching Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, as the creatures in this are fantastic. I particularly love the dragons. It all builds up the tension really well with the music and action. It is one amazing film! A must see.

The film was slightly dissappointing at the beginning because i was looking forward to seeing the Quidditch match and the fact that Dobbys new friend was not in it and for those who haven't read the book i am talking about Winkie a new house elf. What was also upsetting was that Bill and Charlie weren't in the film but on the good side of it is the special effects were amazing and the acting was better than usual so to end this all i can say is roll on the next film!!!!!

For a movie, Harry Potter And The Goblet of Fire was wonderful. Most people would enjoy it and leave the theatre without complaints. However, not me, for I am a die-hard Potter fan. I feel as if the makers of the film only wanted to get this movie made and finished. Too much was left out. The storyline with Rita Skeeter was undeveloped and incomplete. What happened to Harry giving his winnings to Fred and George? Does this mean there will be no joke shop in the future? I know that when I walked into the cinema I was excited to see the Quittich Championship, but all I saw were the teams flying out. This movie did not focus on a lot of the details that make Harry's world magical, and what makes it so fantastic. I also felt that the Sphinx and blast-ended skrewts would have made the film better. Yet, this is my own personal preference, what I wanted out of the movie. Also, the scene where Voldemort comes back is a tad off. Wormtail just stands there. Umm, I'm sorry, but did you not just cut your hand off? You'd think that such a thing would earn at least a whimper out of whoever it is missing a hand.

Though I have my criticisms of the movie, there is no way I can not like it. Many scenes are just absolutely hilarious, and the ballroom scene is great. The most brilliantly done scene is Harry and Cedric's return from the graveyard. Daniel Radcliffe's crying has GREATLY improved from the third movie. Watching Harry and Amos crying over Cedric's dead body was absolutely touching. I knew beforehand Cedric would die, but as I was watching it, I couldn't help but cry.

Great job, all.

This is the fourth time Harry Potter has graced the silver screen and with a third director (Mike Newell) at the helm I was, initially, worried that the look and feel of Hogworts and the world created by J K Rowling may have taken on a new look and feel. As it happens the transition from the 'Prisoner of Azkaban' to 'Goblet of Fire' is smooth to the point of almost being seamless. Hogworts looks much the same as it did in the previous film and the feel is much the same too (darker than the first two and, despite being the first film to receive a 12A certificate rather than a PG, but by no means too scary for all but the most timid of youngsters).

The original book is really quite a tome and I was pleasantly surprised by how much the filmmakers had been able retain - especially when compared to the adaptations of the earlier books. Yes, we don't get much of the daily routine of life at Hogwarts that is in the book (for example the only lesson we get to see is the Defence Against the Dark Arts class held by Alastor 'Mad-Eye' Moody where he teaches our young heroes about the 'Unforgivable Curses' - and what a joy that scene is) but just about all the important points, events, character interactions and twists are there.

The screenplay (by Steve Cloves) is pacey and closely follows the story in the book but we don't have much time to cover many of the subtleties of this or previous works by JK Rowling and while it is not essential to have read the books or seen the previous films, certainly it could help. Without giving away any secrets of the film it does deviate from the book in some significant ways, most notably the three challenges faced by the competitors in the Tri-wizard Tournament.

The first challenge (the dragons) has been embellished way beyond what was in the book but the visual effects used make the whole event thoroughly believable and certainly gets the pulse quickening. The second challenge (the mermaids) whilst well done is somewhat glossed over and much of the subtlety and detail of the book is lost - perhaps because of the heavy reliance on computer visual trickery required. The final challenge (the maze) is more impressive than I had expected and brings the movie nicely towards it's climax but contains none of the mini challenges, such as the sphinx, that were in the book being a simple question of the competitors pitting themselves against the maze.

Like the previous films this is littered with huge names delivering fantastic performances. The acting abilities of the three young stars have improved as they have grown-up and all three turn in superb performances - particularly Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley. Michael Gambon is now fully into his stride as Dumbledore and, while undoubtedly one of the good guys, we can see why he was the only wizard You-Know-Who ever feared. Maggie Smith is once again faultless as Minerva McGonagall (the dancing lesson scene is an absolute peach), Shirley Henderson makes a welcome return as Moaning Myrtle (the bathroom scene with her and Harry is pretty much the comic high point of the movie) and Miranda Richardson is wonderful as Rita Skeeter. However, it's the performances by some of the darker characters that really set this film apart. Alan Rickman is once again fantastic as Severus Snape, Ralph Fiennes is wonderful as Lord You-Know-Who and we can look forward (I hope) to him returning to play the part in subsequent films. But for me the performance of the film is from Brendan Gleeson as Mad-Eye Moody who is so absolutely convincing that if he said black was white I'd accept it on face value. My only complaint in the casting for this film is with Stanislav Ianevski as Victor Krum who while dark, aloof and well muscled was brutish in appearance rather than handsome - but that might just be me.

At 2 hours the film is long (perhaps a bit too long for some younger viewers) but doesn't drag at all. Yes, this film is darker than previous outings for the teen wizard but then so is the book - with the exception of the climax to the film (the rise of Voldemort) I don't think this is significantly darker than the previous film (Prisoner of Azkaban). The film has, probably quite rightly, been given a 12A certificate whereas the previous Harry Potter films were rated PG but, provided they are accompanied by a parent or trusted adult, this film is suitable for all but the most timid of youngsters - there were kids as young as 4 at the screening I attended and they sat spellbound throughout.

The special effects are so good that you simply don't notice them; you just accept that this magic world of Harry Potter is real and I can pay no higher compliment than that.

Purist fans of the books will, no doubt, find cause for complaint at the omissions and deviations from the book but this is without doubt a truly excellent and thoroughly enjoyable adaptation (certainly the best yet). There is more than enough detail to warrant seeing the film more than once and the film works on enough levels for parents/adults accompanying the under 12s to enjoy it as much as the kids they're with. All the ingredients are there for this to be a huge hit for many weeks (if not months) at the cinema and to be massive when it comes out on DVD. However, the magic of the world of Harry Potter is somehow so much greater for being larger than life on the silver screen so do go and see this movie at the cinema before buying it for home viewing.

Right from the start Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire has a different feel about it - where the other films lingered on the little details of Hogwarts and Wizarding Life this film throws you straight in and just doesn't stop until the end. People who have read the books will instantly notice that the story has been re-jigged in a few areas - in the first ten minutes at the Quidditch World Cup there are half a dozen big changes alone but these don't really detract from the film and probably help it keep flowing at the rate it does.

The performances by the lead cast are vastly improved from the previous films but there is still a slight bit of over acting in parts. The effects are very good and the set designers and graphic artists have done a brilliant job bringing Hogwarts and all of its creatures to life.

As another reviewer stated this film doesn't shy away from the darker areas of the book and is genuinely creepy at moments and down right scary in others - you have to remember though from the Prisoner of Azkaban onwards the books do become a lot darker so the films will have to reflect this and it is a 12a so I would read the guidance carefully and avoid taking any particularly sensitive children.

The Goblet of Fire weighs in at a whopping 156 minutes so stock up on the drinks and popcorn but in my opinion it never seemed to drag which is a great achievement in itself. I really enjoyed this film and would definitely recommend it to others - just make sure you watch the first three first (which are also very good) as it would be a shame to jump into the series half way through.

Ok I'm now officially hooked, just returned from watching Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with my boys 8 and 7. It's a 12a film 2 and a half hours in total but time just flew by. I have to admit I was completely captivated by the spell JK Rowling is weaving over the world with her tales of wizardry, friendship and battles of good against evil. In this the 4th film adaptation of the books we see Harry mysteriously selected for the Tri Wizard tournament, pitted against older more experienced wizards. So many different stories going on in the background you need to pay attention. Voldermort is returning, will Harry prevail? There are special effects that will just blow you away. However the highlight for me and this shouldn't really be classed as a spoiler is a classic moment when Ron tells Harry to "p*** off". Have to admit I've been tempted a few times.

What I love about the HP films I have seen so far is that you never really know who the good or bad guys are. I usually avoid hyped films and books but I am going to get myself all the books and just lose myself in a world of magic for a short time. Like many I need to know what happens next! Go and see this film, watch it with an open mind, don't compare and contrast just enjoy a truly amazing cinematic experience.

After reading the Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire book it was fantastic to see it on screen. They have missed some vital bits out, but the film can be gripping in places, funny, and the Tri-wizard tournament is full of action. The best bit from all the films was when Hermione hit Malfoy, and I must admit another punch in the mouth for him wouldn't have gone a miss, but Professor Moody gives him a nice little treat. I won't spoil that bit, but you'll love it if Malfoy gets on your nerves. Be ready for a stunning ending. I'm sure you will enjoy this film if you're a Harry Potter fan.