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intereact!Actors: Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Richard Griffiths, Ian Hart, and John Hurt
Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Retail Price (not our price): $19.98
Release Date: 2002-05-28
Theatrical Release Date: 2001
Studio: Warner Home Video
Run Time: 152 minutes
Format: Array
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Discs: 2
Editorial Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
1) Product Description
The beloved book about a young wizard named Harry became a huge hit as a big screen feature and now makes its debut as deluxe DVD. In the film Daniel Radcliffe portrays the young orphan who gets invited to attend the exclusive Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, after years of living with his horrible aunt and uncle. At school he discovers his true heritage as the son of a witch and wizard, and faces a daunting force of evil. Get ready for fun, adventure, and action with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.Special Features Include: Never-before-seen-footage. A 360 degree tour of Hogwarts controlled by the viewer's remote. New interviews with the director and producer. Learn how to play Quidditch. Catch a Snitch with your remote. Have a wand choose you at Ollivander's Wands. Meet the ghosts who live at Hogwarts. Cast a spell over a scene in eight languages. Create potions. Face challenges to reveal the secret in the Mirror of Erised. Transfigure objects.DVD ROM Includes: Get sorted by the Sorting hat. Collect wizard trading card. Receive owl emails. Lots of game demos...and more!System Requirements:Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Richard Harris, and John Cleese. Directed By: Chris Columbus. Running Time: 152 Min., Color. This film is presented in "Widescreen" format. Copyright 2002 Warner Home Video.Format: DVD MOVIE2) Amazon.com essential video
Here's an event movie that holds up to being an event. This filmed version of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, adapted from the wildly popular book by J.K. Rowling, stunningly brings to life Harry Potter's world of Hogwarts, the school for young witches and wizards. The greatest strength of the film comes from its faithfulness to the novel, and this new cinematic world is filled with all the details of Rowling's imagination, thanks to exuberant sets, elaborate costumes, clever makeup and visual effects, and a crème de la crème cast, including Maggie Smith, Richard Harris, Alan Rickman, and more. Especially fine is the interplay between Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) and his schoolmates Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson), as well as his protector, the looming Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane). The second-half adventure--involving the titular sorcerer's stone--doesn't translate perfectly from page to screen, ultimately because of the film's fidelity to the novel; this is a case of making a movie for the book's fans, as opposed to a transcending film. Writer Steve Kloves and director Chris Columbus keep the spooks in check, making this a true family film, and with its resourceful hero wide-eyed and ready, one can't wait for Harry's return. Ages 8 and up. --Doug Thomas3) Amazon.com
Here's an event movie that holds up to being an event. This filmed version of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, adapted from the wildly popular book by J.K. Rowling, stunningly brings to life Harry Potter's world of Hogwarts, the school for young witches and wizards. The greatest strength of the film comes from its faithfulness to the novel, and this new cinematic world is filled with all the details of Rowling's imagination, thanks to exuberant sets, elaborate costumes, clever makeup and visual effects, and a crème de la crème cast, including Maggie Smith, Richard Harris, Alan Rickman, and more. Especially fine is the interplay between Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) and his schoolmates Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson), as well as his protector, the looming Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane). The second-half adventure--involving the titular sorcerer's stone--doesn't translate perfectly from page to screen, ultimately because of the film's fidelity to the novel; this is a case of making a movie for the book's fans, as opposed to a transcending film. Writer Steve Kloves and director Chris Columbus keep the spooks in check, making this a true family film, and with its resourceful hero wide-eyed and ready, one can't wait for Harry's return. Ages 8 and up. --Doug Thomas
Customer Reviews (supplied by Amazon.com):
Average Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5
1) It's always a magic trip. [Rating: 5 out of 5]
The magic is back again after so many years without a good story that this generation could relate to other than the fairy tales from the past. Harry Potter has captivated audiences all over the world and it is great to see kids interest in his books.2) The beginning of my Harry Potter Adventures! [Rating: 5 out of 5]
This movie was just the beginning of the Harry Potter sagas. It captivated my interest and I couldn't wait for the next movie. It was true to the book!!3) Excellent movie adaptation of the novel [Rating: 5 out of 5]
In case there is cross posting of products this is a review of the Special widescreen edition DVD there are other versions that are covered by newer technologies. There will be new cuts and different packaging; yet the basic film/screenplay will be the same.I will not go through the story as you can read my review of the book. However the basic primes is of a boy who grows up as the orphan nephew of a family that does not believe in magic only to find that he is a famous wizard. How will he handle his situation and the interaction with friends?The movie its self as with all movies would have to be a mini-series to incorporate all the nuances of the book. However this movie does an excellent job of selection and gives the overall feel of the story.Naturally comparing and contrasting this story with others in it genre you will always find a better or a favorite. This in no way diminishes the excellent story and the cohesiveness of the movie.4) The BEST Potter movie so far! [Rating: 5 out of 5]
The best movie out of them all. Follows the book the most closely. I love this movie. It's great for the whole family. A must have for pure enjoyment!5) A Perfect Gift [Rating: 5 out of 5]
I bought Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone(Widescreen Edition). I gave this movie as a Christmas present to a best friend of mine. I got him the first two (2) Harry Potter. He liked the first two (2) movies because Harry Potter was young. The first two movie were great!