Kids are in peril often, but at the hand of fantasy creatures most of the time: giant spiders attack, and a basilisk (giant serpent) has Medusa-like abilities, nearly killing characters and putting them in a rigid, comatose state - it chases Harry in a really tense scene. Harry falls from his broom and breaks his arm, then bones in his arm are magically removed. A house elf punishes himself by hitting his head repeatedly. In a practice wizards' duel, students and teachers are thrown to the ground and a (small) snake threatens a student. A spell backfires and Ron coughs up slugs. Harry almost falls out of a flying car. Two main characters almost die in the film's climax.
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Parents need to know that Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is scarier than and characters spend a lot of time in extreme peril. There are frightening creatures, including lots of big spiders and an enormous snake that can kill anyone who looks in its eyes. Though it appears that some characters have been hurt or killed, all the good guys are ultimately fine. Children who are not familiar with the story, however, may be upset.
Like the first two books and the first movie, HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS suffers from an ambling, prolonged introduction that doesnt quite clarify what the jeopardy is or who the villain is. With nothing at stake, the movie at first appears to be a series of vignettes.
There are also some gross moments when Ron's spell backfires and he spits up slugs, and when another misapplied spell leaves Harry without any bones in his forearm. Friendship, love, bravery, and loyalty are always major themes in the series. So is the idea of making good choices. HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS is more pure magic for young Potter fans who like adventure over the darker themes in the series.
Flying cars, giant spiders and snakes, and faster and larger-than-life Quiddich matches keep the story moving as Harry and friends soar through their second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As this episode begins, Harry gets a visit at the Dursley's from an odd little house elf named Dobby, who warns him that someone is trying to harm him. After a hair-raising trip with Ron , Harry arrives at Hogwarts where there are new classes, new challenges, and a somewhat suspicious, extremely narcissistic new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher named Gilderoy Lockhart. Harry's nemesis, Draco Malfoy , is now his opponent on the Quidditch field. Harry is the only one who can hear a strange voice echoing through the halls. And he is in the wrong place at the wrong time when some very bad and scary things happen. It seems that there is a Chamber of Secrets that has not been opened for 50 years.
Somewhere in that chamber is a dangerous creature just waiting for the right person to let it out. Many people suspect that Harry is that person, and he wonders if they are right.
The two adults Harry trusts most, Hagrid and Dumbledore, are removed from the school, and if someone doesn't stop the creature, Hogwarts may be closed for good. As always, it will take Hermione 's research skills, Ron's courage, and Harry's heart to save the day. Kids will find this chapter a thrilling, eye-filling, and utterly satisfying experience. That applies both to those looking for a meticulous realization of and those who come to the theater knowing only - or even those with no knowledge of Harry Potter at all. The child actors are growing up and they seem more comfortable in their roles here, bringing more depth and subtlety to their acting, and Branagh is wildly funny as the new Hogwarts professor. And there are some magnificent cast additions, especially, coolly cruel as Lucius Malfoy, father of Harry's foe Draco.Every frame of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is filled with wonder, especially Diagon Alley and the moving photos and portraits. There is a wealth of detail and delight to entrance viewers so much that they will leave wanting more, even after a running time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.Families can talk about year two at Hogwarts and what Harry learns about himself in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. How is it different than his first year?.What traits are helping Harry become a hero figure?
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Why must he face is enemy alone?.What do we find out about Tom Riddle and his diary later in the series that make them so important?.How does this movie compare to? What makes a good adaptation? Were there parts in the book that weren't in the movie that should have been?.How do the characters in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets demonstrate, and?
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is the second chapter of Harry Potters journey to becoming a wizard. After his parents were murdered by an evil wizard named Voldemort he was forced to stay with his uncle Vernon and aunt Petunia. The Dursley's kept him locked in his room and forbid him from talking to his friends and going to Hogwarts the school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. On the night of Harry's birthday, Harry returns to his room to find an elf that warns Harry not to go back to Hogwarts. But that night Ronald Weasley and his brothers show up and rescue Harry to take him to Hogwarts.Harry Potter goes to Hogwarts to attend classes and practice Quidditch. His school year is than interrupted by a terrible evil that wreaks havoc upon Hogwarts.
Harry feels it is his job to solve the mystery behind the Chamber of Secrets before anyone is hurt. Harry, Ron, and Hermione aren't sure what they are getting into but it may be more than they can handle alone. Even with their friends and knowledge from their new classes, conquering this new evil may be harder than they thought.
The evil villain is bigger and more evil than ever before.This movie shares the tale of three friends conquering the forces of evil and shows that anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Harry Potter is a series any age can enjoy. With many twists and puzzles this series keeps you on your toes and excited for what could happen next. It can be funny, it can be scary, and it can also be moving at times. The graphic arts behind the spells and background in the movie are beautiful and amazing. With new characters and new enemies this story gets more exciting with every minute that passes.
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