If fanatic readers can let go of the fact that not only does the plot diverge from the novel’s but is not even much of a plot, then the movie is positively brilliant. Whether the extra scenes that stray from the novel are added for mass commercial appeal or merely for an extra laugh, they are the highlights of the movie. The fact that the characters are portrayed as real teenagers with average adolescent problems makes the movie relatable and adds comic relief. The array of special effects live up to, if not exceed, those in the previous movies. The opening scene with the death eaters flying across the bridge like shooting stars gone bad tearing the bridge into pieces is executed with such finesse that you know there will be no need to question the quality of the effects

Yet effects aside, the actors comprise the remainder of the movie’s highlights. Daniel Radcliffe executes  one of his best performances yet in the scene where he drinks the Felix Felicis in hopes of obtaining Slughorn’s memory. The potion causes side effects similar to those caused by a bottle of whiskey, and nothing can beat Radcliffe‘s attempt as an off kilter drunkard. Rupert Grint, perfect in every aspect of Ron Weasley‘s character, is to die for in the scene where he is overcome by the love potion sent by Romilda Vane, played by Anna Shaffer, for Harry Potter. His confusion, puppy love, and overall Ron–ness is something you can’t help but adore. And of course who can forget Tom Felton as the malicious Malfoy, whose frustration and angst at completing the task assigned to him by The Dark Lord captivates the attention of every ardent fan. Emma Watson also acts on par with her co-stars, never missing a beat especially when it comes to the Ron-Hermione love story.