Release Date: Jul 15, 2011 
Runtime: 2 hr. 5 min.
Director: David Yates
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Alan Rickman.
Little did she know, when J.K. Rowling wrote her first book, that it would amass into one of the most influential landmarks in literary and cinematic history. Spanning seven books and eight films, the boy wizard named “Harry Potter” has seen it all, through thick and thin. But alas, all good things must come to an end, and it’s with sadness to see the epic conclusion to the story of ‘The Boy Who Lived.’ For those who felt "Part 1" was action-less and anticlimactic, "Part 2" begins at the core of it, setting up the ultimate showdown at Hogwarts. Director David Yates saves the best for last, and for good reason too, as battle scenes and mythical creatures match the likes of “Lord of the Rings: Return of the King.” Though dark and solemn throughout, the scenes are by no means dreary, and preserve the cinematography that has encompassed the latter half of the series. That being said, 3-D becomes an unnecessary inclusion that all but dims the richness of quality, aside from a few select scenes that stand out. As Harry, Ron and Hermione’s journey of magical self-discovery comes to a close, so do the ties that bind the young actors to a franchise that has occupied the majority of their lives. Radcliffe, Grint and Watson have come a long way from “Sorcerer’s Stone,” proving their acting abilities alongside veteran actors who have all done a remarkable job with their characters and storylines. Notably, Alan Rickman as Professor Snape has been a flawless portrayal of villainy up until now, and may even rival that of ‘He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named.’ While these films can never fully justify the fervor behind the books, there’s no doubt that they have left a deep impression within our culture and our lives. And “Harry Potter” is a name that will be remembered for generations to come.
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