Senteur As somebody who had not heard any of this before, it became a curious phenomenon to sit and watch a film and slowly have the realities begin to click into place.

Gary The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.

Haven Kaycee It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film

Isbel A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

Pjtaylor-96-138044 The cast can't pass for teenagers anymore (though they've been pushing it for a while now, and to say that's the least believable part of the series is a testament to its stellar world building) so it's lucky that the 'school-kid' aspect of the story is the least prevalent so far, with the action taking place entirely outside of Hogwarts. 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)' starts off strong but comes screeching to a halt right after an enthralling sneaky section set inside the ministry of magic, stopping for around an hour with almost nothing happening in terms of plot or character, and it's this section that drags the film down to be perhaps the least successful in the series, tied only with the first. That's not to say its bad, though - far from it. It's just a different beast with a slower pace and something different to offer. 7/10

EBJ Directed by David YatesStarring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert GrintOverall: This movie is definitely the weakest of the franchise but I would still recommend it. It works as a setup but not as a movie in and off itself.Good:1. Daniel Radcliffe was superb as Harry Potter and brings new levels of emotion to the renowned character.2. Both Emma Watson and Rupert Grint do great jobs as Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley respectively.3. The story of the main trio hunting down the Seven Horcruxes was a neat idea though could have been better done here.4. Across both Deathly Hallows pt 1 & 2, it contains one of the best individual story lines in the series. Sadly, it was poorly done in this movie.5. I love the editing and the lighting in the movie and it seriously packs a punch in dire moments.6. Excellent music.7. Superb special effects.8. The movie is primarily character driven and starts to unleash a cauldron of emotion bubbling over the course of 6 movies.9. Incredible opening.Bad:1. I think the story was pretty poorly executed.2. Some scenes could have been shortened, or even left out entirely.3. Very, very underwhelming action segments in the movie. It's a character driven movie but that doesn't excuse lazy action.4. Every action scene was very poorly filmed.7/10

Thomas Drufke There have been quite a few times, especially recently, when dividing the last story of a franchise into two parts was a huge mistake. But then there is the Harry Potter series, which managed to make a well- strung first part, which ranks among the franchise's best, to set up one of the greatest conclusions in film history.Upon first viewing, I wasn't a huge fan of the first Deathly Hallows. To me, it was missing its own identity and conclusion to feel like its own film. Of course, this was before having seen part 2. Now that I have gone back and re-watched each film, I have grown more of an appreciation for the series as a whole, and particularly, Deathly Hallows Part 1. There are certainly still some minute problems that can be annoying, like Voldemort's minimal presence, but this was the first movie that solely focused on the trio of Harry, Hermione, and Ron. That was a welcomed shift for me.After the last 3 films, it seemed like the series had already grown up enough. But I like the fact that this film wasn't just them cutting ties with their family and loved ones to find horcruxes, it was about them becoming adults capable of doing things on their own. So in many ways, this is a film about unity and independence at the same time. I love watching the trio have to go on the road and figure out all of the horcruxes without the help of their parents or Dumbledore. It makes the payoff in the 8th movie all the more gratifying.This may be a stretch, but this film feels a lot like a Western set in the Potterverse. In fact, there are a lot of the same characteristics as a revenge or fantasy-western. On the run, looking for something significant, and constantly fighting off the looming presence of a bigger evil. To me, that's a fantasy western. No matter, the film has its fair share of thrilling sequences of action along with some needed heartfelt moments between the trio. The relationship particularly between Harry and Hermione has never been a focus, in fact rarely touched upon, until this film. Even though there's nothing romantic at all, it became one of the series' most endearing bonds. Of course, Ron didn't seem to think so, as he got jealous in the most clichéd way possible. But again, Harry and Ron needed that conflict to make the payoff of Ron coming back to save Harry and destroying a Horcrux all the more satisfying.Plenty of other noteworthy sequences include a brilliantly thoughtful Tale of the 3 Brothers story told by Hermione, Dobby's return, Umbridge's unsettling return, and even the opening escape sequence. I know it isn't beloved by the fandom like the others, but I believe Deathly Hallows is a necessary deviation from the typical trip to the Potterverse so that part 2 is as epic as we know it is. Love this film.+The trio. The whole time+Returns of beloved characters+Maturation process for the trio+Search for the Horcruxes+So many reveals and set ups9.3/10

Miguel Neto Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows : Part 1 is the beginning of the end , and it's a great start this inevitable end , the cast is back , and all are great , Daniel Radcliffe this flawless , the visual effects are great , I really enjoyed this movie , because it's passing further away from Hogwarts , is funny and entertaining moments , David Yates hit full in the film, even I bothering at times of the camera movements , the film is sad scenes , has the return of a loved character has a good rhythm , Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows : Part 1 is the third best film of the saga, and prepares us for the sad end of one of the most amazing already made ​​franchise. Note 8.8