Apparently Half-Blood Prince is Oscar Nomination Material? - Blu-ray Forum

GreenScar · 07-04-2009, 01:13 AM

I've read excellent things about it from people that have seen it. It's too bad it won't be out on IMAX until two weeks after release.

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So says Paul Dergarabedian of Hollywood.com. I'm not supposed to tell you what I think of the new Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince just yet, but I can tell you I completely agree with what Paul said in his article. If you read my Twitter, then you probably already know what I thought of it. But let me use some of his quotes to explain. "The Potter-loving beast in me has been unleashed having witnessed a film that was not only exquisite in its production values, but was also charming, funny, scary, enchanting, moving (stop me, the adjectives could go on and on) and dare I say, sexy." Did I tell you that I wholly agree with him?

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"Brilliantly directed by David Yates (he directed 2007's Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is a tour-de-force that combines style and substance, special effects and heart and most importantly great performances from all of the actors young and not-so-young."

Paul speculates that with 10 Best Picture nomination slots, Harry Potter might have a chance. I absolutely loved Half-Blood Prince, potentially as my new favorite HP movie, but it's too early to tell (it needs time to soak in). And in case you think Paul is just another Potter fanboy, he actually says that before this one, they "just were not my cup of tea." I really do feel the exact same way as he does. "The cinematography, music, set design and costumes are all amazing, and the film has a truly rich look to it reminiscent of the best of the old-school Hollywood epics." So there you have it. On July 15th, you know exactly where you should be!

Here's the link to the Hollywood.com article

Blu Titan · 07-04-2009, 01:17 AM

This is probably the most anticipated movie by my family. I already told my wife that I will be watching the movie on the day of release on my own. Then we will go as a family to see it.

Rblu-Dblu · 07-04-2009, 01:25 AM

This was my favorite of the Harry Potter books. I haven't really enjoyed the movies that much. So much is left out of the movies from the books.

Elbie · 07-04-2009, 01:41 AM

Glad to read that.

nward · 07-04-2009, 02:24 AM

this movie is gonna break my wallet....ive already been demanded to go see this with about 5 different groups of people lol

SammyG · 07-04-2009, 02:29 AM

I've been waiting forever for this movie, I'll be seeing it with multiple people as well.

MAPdead · 07-04-2009, 03:19 AM

Can't wait a fan of the movies and books.

Petra_Kalbrain · 07-04-2009, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by nward

this movie is gonna break my wallet....ive already been demanded to go see this with about 5 different groups of people lol

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Originally Posted by SammyG

I've been waiting forever for this movie, I'll be seeing it with multiple people as well.

Schedule multiple groups on the same night... cuts down on costs.

As for it being Oscar worthy, I can see that finally happening. LOTR got shafted until the end of its trilogy. Likewise, Harry Potter has been deserving of nominations (not wins) throughout the last 3 films. It's about time they get some recognition.

CYMBOL · 07-04-2009, 05:14 AM

This wasn't my favorite book - but the movie seems to really have taken the ideas and really ran away with the imagery. In fact, I'd say the movie looks grander then the imagery from the book.

The movie looks epic (I hope the ending isn't as jacked up as it was reported to be when spoilers came out - that could really ruin the movie).

Blu-Benny · 07-04-2009, 04:14 AM

this is actually my favorite book too and really hope i get a chance to go see it.

STARSCREAM · 07-04-2009, 04:22 AM

Ohhhhh cannot wait. This was also my favorite book in the series.

GreenScar · 07-05-2009, 03:20 PM

You can go here to check out the HBO 12 Minute First Look on the film.

zedd_117 · 07-05-2009, 05:05 PM

I'm still trying to fathom how they managed a PG rating after re-reading to book. they're must be soooo much changed and/or left out.

STARSCREAM · 07-05-2009, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by zedd_117

I'm still trying to fathom how they managed a PG rating after re-reading to book. they're must be soooo much changed and/or left out.

I'm miffed too.

Maybe the ratings board was just in a generous mood and was lax on the rating.

mikejet · 07-05-2009, 05:57 PM

With 10 slots I guess they can find room for it now.

Mike53421 · 07-05-2009, 06:13 PM

Yeah, why the hell are there 10 spots now? That cheapens the "Best Picture nominee" tag even more.

Darkhawk9587 · 07-06-2009, 05:30 PM

I've never been a huge fan of the books/films (I could only stand reading the first book actually). But, having seen all the films at least once, if this is anything like the previous installments, there's no way this will get nominated for any Oscar besides effects and the such. To me, the movies are far from spectacular. They're entertaining and nothing more.

GreenScar · 07-08-2009, 12:53 AM

Click on the pic to see these two new clips from The Half Blood Prince:

Who is the Half Blood Prince and I Killed Serious Black

Trogdor2010 · 07-08-2009, 02:21 AM

Surprising considering the previous films were given a PG-13 rating while Half blood prince has a PG rating, they likely gotten rid of the thematic elements (namely sexually between the children) that weren't needed I guess. I heard the Deathly Hollows is pretty gruesome (some considered it if done right would be R rated).

GreenScar · 07-09-2009, 03:43 AM

Nine new clips from Half Blood Prince!

Click here to go check out 9 new clips from the movie

20 Minutes of On Set Behind the Scenes Footage from HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE!

Click here to see 20 minutes of behind the scenes

Cast and Crew On Set Interviews from HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE!

Click here to check out interviews with 6 cast members

07-04-2009, 01:17 AM	#2
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	This is probably the most anticipated movie by my family. I already told my wife that I will be watching the movie on the day of release on my own. Then we will go as a family to see it. Last edited by Blu Titan; 07-05-2009 at 03:19 AM.

07-08-2009, 12:53 AM	#18
GreenScar Blu-ray Knight Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:2	Check out these two new clips! Click on the pic to see these two new clips from The Half Blood Prince: Who is the Half Blood Prince and I Killed Serious Black

07-09-2009, 03:43 AM	#20
GreenScar Blu-ray Knight Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:2	A ton of Potter! Nine new clips from Half Blood Prince! Click here to go check out 9 new clips from the movie 20 Minutes of On Set Behind the Scenes Footage from HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE! Click here to see 20 minutes of behind the scenes Cast and Crew On Set Interviews from HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE! Click here to check out interviews with 6 cast members

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07-04-2009, 02:24 AM	#5
nward Active Member Member since:Aug 2008 Location:rochester ny Blu-ray collection:603 Trading Score:2	this movie is gonna break my wallet....ive already been demanded to go see this with about 5 different groups of people lol

07-04-2009, 02:29 AM	#6
SammyG Special Member Member since:Feb 2009 Location:Douglassville, PA Blu-ray collection:1034 Trading Score:7	I've been waiting forever for this movie, I'll be seeing it with multiple people as well.

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MAPdead Power Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:North Carolina 4K collection:918 Blu-ray collection:2683 Blu-ray reviews:23	Can't wait a fan of the movies and books.

07-04-2009, 05:14 AM	#9
CYMBOL Blu-ray Knight Member since:May 2007 Location:I move around a lot. Blu-ray collection:8	This wasn't my favorite book - but the movie seems to really have taken the ideas and really ran away with the imagery. In fact, I'd say the movie looks grander then the imagery from the book. The movie looks epic (I hope the ending isn't as jacked up as it was reported to be when spoilers came out - that could really ruin the movie).

07-04-2009, 04:14 AM	#10
Blu-Benny Michael Bay's #1 Fan Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Wisconsin Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:552 DVD collection:108 Trading Score:138	this is actually my favorite book too and really hope i get a chance to go see it.

07-04-2009, 04:22 AM	#11
STARSCREAM Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Dagobah Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:67	Ohhhhh cannot wait. This was also my favorite book in the series.

07-05-2009, 03:20 PM	#12
GreenScar Blu-ray Knight Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:2	You can go here to check out the HBO 12 Minute First Look on the film.

07-05-2009, 05:05 PM	#13
zedd_117 Expert Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Monessen, PA Blu-ray collection:353 Trading Score:3	I'm still trying to fathom how they managed a PG rating after re-reading to book. they're must be soooo much changed and/or left out.

07-05-2009, 05:57 PM	#15
mikejet Banned Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Los Angeles, CA Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:29	With 10 slots I guess they can find room for it now.

07-05-2009, 06:13 PM	#16
Mike53421 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Mississauga, ON Blu-ray collection:40	Yeah, why the hell are there 10 spots now? That cheapens the "Best Picture nominee" tag even more.

07-06-2009, 05:30 PM	#17
Darkhawk9587 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Wisconsin 4K collection:66 Blu-ray collection:487 Trading Score:30	I've never been a huge fan of the books/films (I could only stand reading the first book actually). But, having seen all the films at least once, if this is anything like the previous installments, there's no way this will get nominated for any Oscar besides effects and the such. To me, the movies are far from spectacular. They're entertaining and nothing more.

07-08-2009, 02:21 AM	#19
Trogdor2010 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Mar 2009 Home Theater Gallery:45 Blu-ray collection:266	Surprising considering the previous films were given a PG-13 rating while Half blood prince has a PG rating, they likely gotten rid of the thematic elements (namely sexually between the children) that weren't needed I guess. I heard the Deathly Hollows is pretty gruesome (some considered it if done right would be R rated).

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