The whole family made it to the 8:00 showing of "Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince." By now, as we are all treated to film number six, these movies have become a bit of 'comfort food' for the brain and eyes when they hit the screen. Hogwarts etc. is such a part of our pop culture that as the opening scene unfolded, it was a bit like going home after being away for an extended period of time.
This movie is a linking piece and a set-up device for the grand finale. Rumors are already swirling that the final book will be made into two movies to allow for a more faithful adaptation to the big screen. They don't want to leave anything out...and hey, two movies means more money.
I purposefully don't reread the book until after I've seen the movie. That way I can forget key things and be surprised and likewise I won't be disappointed if some favored plot point is discarded in the film adaptation.
Everyone left the theater with a smile and the car ride home was filled with chatter about the movie and what is to come. A friend posted to me on facebook that the film left you wanting more...she was right.
In other news.....the oldest made her high school soccer team. We were thrilled and elated and then realized that her good friend and fellow keeper was cut. Bittersweet and as there is more history/drama with these young ladies and their club teams, a very interesting turn of events. The oldest knows she has her work cut out for her and that every time she puts on those gloves she has to give everything she has and then find a little more.
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