Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005)
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When Harry Potter's name emerges from the Goblet of Fire, he becomes a competitor in a grueling battle for glory among three wizarding schools—the Triwizard Tournament. But since Harry never submitted his name for the Tournament, who did? Now Harry must confront a deadly dragon, fierce water demons and an enchanted maze only to find himself in the cruel grasp of He Who Must Not Be Named.
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Do not do so lightly! If chosen, there's no turning back. As from this moment, The Triwizard Tournament has begun!
Year four at Hogwarts for Harry Potter and his chums, and it's a time of change, chance and danger. The prestigious Triwizard Tournament is being hosted and the applecart is turned upside down when Harry, unqualified and underage, is selected by the Goblet of Fire to be one of Hogwarts' competitors. If the thought of competing in such a dangerous tournament wasn't scary enough, Harry also has the worry of finding a date for the Yule Ball to contend with!
The Prisoner of Azkaban set the marker for a darker, more grown up Potter picture, a high standard that Goblet of Fire, and new director Mike Newell, arguably had no hope of attaining. But it's not for lack of trying, and in fairness Newell and the team have managed well enough to blend the blackness that comes with the impending arrival of Lord Voldermort (Ralph Fiennes), with the burgeoning ping of teenager hormones. There's an awful lot going on here. With the Triwizard Tournament comes two groups of exchange students to Hogwarts in the form of the glamorous girls of Beauxbatons Academy, and the hunky boys of Durmstrang Institute. The arrival of which sends Ron, Hermione and co into blushy flustered awakenings. The tournament itself (rightly) dominates much of the film, the lead up to it and the three challenges that the competitors have to face, with Harry's dragon face off a bona fide excellent piece of film. Then on to the fall out of the tournament where it gets real dark and the film and series lurch on to another level and set up the next installment a treat.
As is customary for a Potter film, there's also a number of new characters and replaced characters in the mix, while major story developments flit in and out of the narrative to the point you really have to pay attention completely. Of the new arrivals it's Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody (Brendan Gleeson terrific) who is most telling and enjoyable, but tabloid scribe Rita Skeeter (Miranda Richardson) is something the film could have survived without. Yes it's a nice pop at the gutter press, but watching it now, would the time spent wasted on Skeeter not have been better served on the sadly under filmed Quidditch World Cup? Especially considering the build up to it is magnificent. Or at the very least some more Malfoy Senior, Sirius or Snape! But the disappointment felt there is offset some by the wonderful Yule Ball, where Newell is in his element gleefully dangling his charges through the joys and sorrows of awkward awakenings. It's a series highlight that's not to be missed.
A film of variable pace due to the makers trying to juggle so much, it's ultimately something of an up and down viewing experience. That said, Newell is able to dazzle the pre-teens with his set pieces, because the kiddies sure as hell will not understand the angst and hormonal issues present, while the rest plays out on adult terms. So something for everyone, then. It may not be successful as a whole, and newcomers dipping in for the first time get no guidance at all, but it's still a ripper of a ride for those who are into the films having not read the books. It's set up nicely for part 5, but pity poor David Yates in the directing chair for Order of the Phoenix, though, for that is one hell of a door stopper novel to try and condense down into an entertaining Potter movie! 7/10
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Release Date:
2005-11-16
Run Time:
157 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Reviews of
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Do not do so lightly! If chosen, there's no turning back. As from this moment, The Triwizard Tournament has begun!
Year four at Hogwarts for Harry Potter and his chums, and it's a time of change, chance and danger. The prestigious Triwizard Tournament is being hosted and the applecart is turned upside down when Harry, unqualified and underage, is selected by the Goblet of Fire to be one of Hogwarts' competitors. If the thought of competing in such a dangerous tournament wasn't scary enough, Harry also has the worry of finding a date for the Yule Ball to contend with!
The Prisoner of Azkaban set the marker for a darker, more grown up Potter picture, a high standard that Goblet of Fire, and new director Mike Newell, arguably had no hope of attaining. But it's not for lack of trying, and in fairness Newell and the team have managed well enough to blend the blackness that comes with the impending arrival of Lord Voldermort (Ralph Fiennes), with the burgeoning ping of teenager hormones. There's an awful lot going on here. With the Triwizard Tournament comes two groups of exchange students to Hogwarts in the form of the glamorous girls of Beauxbatons Academy, and the hunky boys of Durmstrang Institute. The arrival of which sends Ron, Hermione and co into blushy flustered awakenings. The tournament itself (rightly) dominates much of the film, the lead up to it and the three challenges that the competitors have to face, with Harry's dragon face off a bona fide excellent piece of film. Then on to the fall out of the tournament where it gets real dark and the film and series lurch on to another level and set up the next installment a treat.
As is customary for a Potter film, there's also a number of new characters and replaced characters in the mix, while major story developments flit in and out of the narrative to the point you really have to pay attention completely. Of the new arrivals it's Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody (Brendan Gleeson terrific) who is most telling and enjoyable, but tabloid scribe Rita Skeeter (Miranda Richardson) is something the film could have survived without. Yes it's a nice pop at the gutter press, but watching it now, would the time spent wasted on Skeeter not have been better served on the sadly under filmed Quidditch World Cup? Especially considering the build up to it is magnificent. Or at the very least some more Malfoy Senior, Sirius or Snape! But the disappointment felt there is offset some by the wonderful Yule Ball, where Newell is in his element gleefully dangling his charges through the joys and sorrows of awkward awakenings. It's a series highlight that's not to be missed.
A film of variable pace due to the makers trying to juggle so much, it's ultimately something of an up and down viewing experience. That said, Newell is able to dazzle the pre-teens with his set pieces, because the kiddies sure as hell will not understand the angst and hormonal issues present, while the rest plays out on adult terms. So something for everyone, then. It may not be successful as a whole, and newcomers dipping in for the first time get no guidance at all, but it's still a ripper of a ride for those who are into the films having not read the books. It's set up nicely for part 5, but pity poor David Yates in the directing chair for Order of the Phoenix, though, for that is one hell of a door stopper novel to try and condense down into an entertaining Potter movie! 7/10
_Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire_ is an absolute spectacle. I am a huge sucker for tournaments in films and this hit every single note for me; intensity, stakes, creativity, it is all there.
Our main cast is doing some of the best acting of the series, Daniel Radcliffe really raises his performance up a notch and establishes himself as the lead of the franchise. His acting is refined and mature and he does an excellent job portraying his emotions with not only his line delivery but his facial expressions and body language. He really broke through here and it was a joy to see. Rupert Grint and Emma Watson were great, but they had a slight decrease in screentime and really were sidelined during this film. The introduction of Robert Pattinson as Cedric Diggory brings an interesting dynamic to the story, as Harry Potter has somewhat of an older brother figure to contend with. The relationship and chemistry between the two builds and brings some emotionally heavy scenes throughout.
There is constant action in this film; from the opening scenes of the Quidditch World Cup to the multiple rounds of the Tri-Wizard Tournament, there is always something happening, and it helps create a very steady pace throughout. Not only is there action, but there is also fantastic character development. All of our characters really start to come into their own through the struggles they all face throughout the film. Harry is the best he's ever been, and the new faces are great on screen. Alastor Moody is mysterious and quirky and is a great mentor to Harry.
But the greatest thing about this film is the sinster introduction of Lord Voldemort. His presence was lurking in the background of the entire series, but here he is reborn in a horrifying way. Ralph Feinnes is superb in his only 6 minutes of screen time, but it is enough to leave a lasting impression. The ending is perfect and sets the tone of the franchise going forward.
While the cinematography and tone might be better in Prisoner of Azkaban, I cannot deny that this movie is better in almost every other aspect, which is why it gets a slight nod.
**Score:** _89%_ |
**Verdict:** _Excellent_
Cast & Crew of
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Cast
... Harry Potter
... Ron Weasley
... Hermione Granger
... Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody
... Albus Dumbledore
... Cedric Diggory
... Lord Voldemort
... Rubeus Hagrid
... Severus Snape
... Barty Crouch Junior
... Igor Karkaroff
... Fleur Delacour
... Viktor Krum
... Olympe Maxime
... Barty Crouch
... Rita Skeeter
... Sirius Black
... Lucius Malfoy
... Minerva McGonagall
... Peter Pettigrew
... Argus Filch
... Filius Flitwick
... Draco Malfoy
... Cornelius Fudge
... Moaning Myrtle
... Arthur Weasley
... Frank Bryce
... Fred Weasley
... George Weasley
... Ginny Weasley
... Amos Diggory
... Death Eater
... Death Eater
... Death Eater
... Death Eater
... Death Eater
... Death Eater
... Ministry Witch
... Ministry Witch
... Ministry Witch
... Ministry Witch
... Ministry Wizard
... Ministry Wizard
... Ministry Wizard
... Ministry Wizard
... Food Trolley Lady
... Cho Chang
... Neville Longbottom
... Nigel Wolpert
... Seamus Finnigan
... Padma Patil
... Parvati Patil
... Gabrielle Delacour
... Karkaroff's Aide
... Dean Thomas
... Ernie MacMillan
... Vincent Crabbe
... Gregory Goyle
... Hannah Abbott
... Photographer
... Angelina Johnson
... Roger Davies
... Band Lead Singer
... Band Lead Guitar
... Band Drums
... Band Bass Guitar
... Band Rhythm Guitar
... Band Keyboards
... Assistant Judge
... James Potter
... Lily Potter
Crew
... Director of Photography
... Editor
... Casting
... Set Decoration
... Production Design
... Original Music Composer
... Production Sound Mixer
... Novel
... Screenplay
... Producer
... Art Direction
... Stunt Coordinator
... Art Direction
... Makeup Effects
... Supervising Sound Editor
... Art Direction
... Art Direction
... Art Direction
... Costume Design
... Director
... Casting
... Art Direction
... Makeup Artist
... Makeup Designer
... Special Effects Technician
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Stunts
... Foley Artist
... Foley Artist
... Executive Producer
... Unit Production Manager
... Foley Mixer
... ADR Editor
... Co-Producer
... Second Unit Director
... Foley Artist
... Gaffer
... Music Arranger
... Draughtsman
... Sound Designer
... ADR Voice Casting
... Executive Producer
... Third Assistant Director
... Concept Artist
... Stand In
... Hairstylist
... Sound Effects Editor
... Clapper Loader
... First Assistant Camera
... Post Production Supervisor
... Video Assist Operator
... Stunts
... Costume Supervisor
... Supervising Art Director
... Supervising Music Editor
... Dialogue Editor
... Art Department Assistant
... Assistant Property Master
... Conceptual Design
... Wardrobe Supervisor
... Transportation Coordinator
... Dolby Consultant
... Music Editor
... Pilot
... Script Supervisor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Art Department Coordinator
... Construction Coordinator
... Dialogue Coach
... Choreographer
... Still Photographer
... Sound Mix Technician
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Best Boy Electric
... Scenic Artist
... Wigmaker
... Hairdresser
... Sculptor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Aerial Camera
... Visual Effects Production Manager
... Animation Supervisor
... Property Master
... Visual Effects Editor
... Prosthetic Makeup Artist
... Steadicam Operator
... Location Manager
... Hair Assistant
... Costume Assistant
... Compositing Supervisor
... Keyboard Programmer
... Additional Sound Re-Recording Mixer
... Visual Effects Production Assistant
... Stunts
... Associate Producer
... First Assistant Director
... Special Effects Supervisor
... Associate Producer
... Music Supervisor
... Wardrobe Master
... Standby Painter
... Assistant Editor
... Rigging Gaffer
... Aerial Coordinator
... Orchestrator
... CG Supervisor
... Second Assistant Camera
... Color Timer
... Production Manager
... Sound Mixer
... Special Effects Coordinator
... Transportation Captain
... Key Grip
... Assistant Makeup Artist
... Assistant Costume Designer
... Assistant Location Manager
... Boom Operator
... Propmaker
... Colorist
... Conductor
... Stunt Double
... Underwater Gaffer
... Modelling Supervisor
... Additional Second Assistant Director
... Projection
... First Assistant Camera
... Assistant Sound Editor
... Costume Coordinator
... Makeup Artist
... Systems Administrators & Support
... Grip
... Assistant Production Coordinator
... Production Accountant
... Additional Grip
... Production Coordinator
... Assistant Art Director
... Underwater Camera
... Set Dressing Artist
... Carpenter
... Driver
... Security
... Sequence Supervisor
... Set Production Assistant
... Sound Recordist
... Transportation Co-Captain
... Unit Publicist
... Electrician
... Lighting Artist
... Digital Compositors
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Visual Effects Producer
... Lighting Coordinator
... Thanks
... Creature Design
... ADR Recordist
... ADR Mixer
... Stunts
... Contact Lens Technician
... Senior Modeller
... Assistant Music Supervisor
... Additional Second Assistant Camera
... Matte Painter
... Creature Technical Director
... Compositor
... Head of Production
... Stunts
... Additional Third Assistant Director
... Data Wrangler
... Wardrobe Assistant
... Post Production Coordinator
... Catering
... Storyboard Artist
... Costume Illustrator
... Costumer
... Construction Buyer
... Dressing Prop
... Sound Assistant
... VFX Artist
... Visual Effects Designer
... Visual Effects Technical Director
... Stunt Double
... Camera Trainee
... Casting Assistant
... Location Assistant
... Assistant Accountant
... Chaperone
... Lighting Programmer
... Matchmove Supervisor
... Production Assistant
... Production Runner
... Rotoscoping Artist
... 3D Artist
... Animation Supervisor
... Stunt Double
... Stunts
... Stunts
... Third Assistant Director
... Floor Runner
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