Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is another solid entry into the series with fantastically high stakes, production value, and emotional scenes that leave a lasting impact. From the beginning minutes, the movie is doubling down on the dark tone the previous two began to establish. The threat of Voldemort still looms, but it is incredibly frustrating that no one seems to believe Harry and Dumbledore. That frustration is perfectly mirrored with Harry as he grows incredibly angry throughout the film, paralleling his connection with the Dark Lord.…

"Harry" has an extra-curricular experience with a "Dementor" which draws the attention of the newly rejuvenated Ministry of Magic and after a show trial in which he is ably defended by "Prof. Dumbledore" our trio return to a school that is all but under martial law. A new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher (a rather Margaret Thatcher-esque Imelda Staunton) is taking over the school by degree, imposing strict rules that merely serve to encourage the pupils to go underground to learn the more practical skills that will be needed if they are ever to…

Film: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 12A | 2007 | Fantasy/Adventure | 2h 18m Director: David Yates Screenplay by: Michael Goldenberg Review writer: Dr Usman Latif Khawaja Based on: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J. K. Rowling Produced by: • David Heyman • David Barron Starring: • Daniel Radcliffe • Rupert Grint • Emma Watson • Helena Bonham Carter • Robbie Coltrane • Warwick Davis • Ralph Fiennes • Michael Gambon • Brendan Gleeson • Richard Griffiths • Jason Isaacs