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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
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78 out of 100

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6.8 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 648 Ratings

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  • Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint
  • Summary: Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort's defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, one student remains aloof. He is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again. (Warner Bros.)… Expand
  • Director: David Yates
  • Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy, Romance, Family
  • Rating: PG
  • Runtime: 153 min
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Amy Biancolli
    100
    This film is the sharpest since "The Prisoner of Azkaban." It is the most emotionally satisfying, blending spot-on comedy and adenoidal sexual tension, with scenes of gutsy vulnerability.
  2. Salon.com
    Reviewed by: Stephanie Zacharek
    100
    The most beautiful magic in it is left unseen. And still, it emerges with absolute clarity.
  3. Empire
    Reviewed by: Angie Errigo
    60
    We're marking time before the final battle between Good and Evil, with the promised darkness sitting somewhat clumsily with teen romance and humour.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 224 out of 357
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 357
  3. Negative: 85 out of 357
  1. LuizF
    9
    The movie isn't marvellous and isn't a disaster too. For me, It's like a previous for an incredible movie that we'll see in next november. Scenes were added, the attack on Weasley's house was espetaculary made. But, not necessary things were included and necessary facts weren't shown. Because of that scenes, I gave HP'n HBP 9. Very good movie!… Expand
    • 8 of 8 users said yes
  2. AndrewN.
    5
    Half Blood Prince is bereft of any real drama and excitement. As such the challenge lies in trying to sit through the whole movie.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. watithink123
    3
    I found this film boring for almost all of it. I really just did not like this one for some reason. It was just never for me. But you guys might like it but I don't. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 3.9/10… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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