It’s Harry’s third year at Hogwarts; not only does he have a new “Defense Against the Dark Arts” teacher, but there is also trouble brewing. Convicted murderer Sirius Black has escaped the Wizards’ Prison and is coming after Harry (Source: IMDB)
I’ve never read the books, but really enjoyed this franchise. It really is a great family movie experience, filled with magic and wonderment. The best thing I found is that the story matures with the character, becoming darker and more serious with each installment.
However, this magical world is not without flaws.
- In this installment of the franchise we meet Professor
Lupine, err.. that is Lupin.- Yeah.. if you didn’t guess he was a werewolf within 2 minutes of hearing his name.. you need help.
- We are also introduced to a slew of completely inaccurate mythical creatures. Among them are:
- A Boggart is not a shape-shifter that takes on your darkest fear.
- Boggart is a generic term for a mischievous Fey (fairie, fae-folk)
- “Animagus” seems to be completely made up for the flim.
- It is actually called “Therianthropy”, or an animal shapeshifting specialization.
- A Boggart is not a shape-shifter that takes on your darkest fear.
Poster Artwork by Adam Rabalais
