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Overview
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Release Date:
4 June 2004 (USA)
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Tagline:
Something wicked this way comes. more
Plot:
It's Harry's third year at Hogwarts; not only does he have a new "Defense Against the Dark Arts" teacher, but there is also trouble brewing. Convicted murderer Sirius Black has escaped the Wizards' Prison and is coming after Harry. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars.
Another 10 wins
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31 nominations
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NewsDesk:
(147 articles)
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User Comments:
a mixed review
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Daniel Radcliffe | ... | Harry Potter | |
| Richard Griffiths | ... | Uncle Vernon | |
| Pam Ferris | ... | Aunt Marge | |
| Fiona Shaw | ... | Aunt Petunia | |
| Harry Melling | ... | Dudley Dursley | |
| Adrian Rawlins | ... | James Potter | |
| Geraldine Somerville | ... | Lily Potter | |
| Lee Ingleby | ... | Stan Shunpike | |
| Lenny Henry | ... | Shrunken Head | |
| Jimmy Gardner | ... | Ernie the Bus Driver | |
| Gary Oldman | ... | Sirius Black | |
| Jim Tavaré | ... | Tom the Innkeeper | |
| Robert Hardy | ... | Cornelius Fudge | |
| Abby Ford | ... | Young Witch Maid | |
| Rupert Grint | ... | Ron Weasley |
Additional Details
Also Known As:
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: The IMAX Experience (USA) (IMAX version)
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MPAA:
Rated PG for frightening moments, creature violence and mild language.
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Runtime:
141 min
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Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
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Certification:
Canada:PG (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Nova Scotia/Ontario) |
Malaysia:U |
Iceland:L |
India:U |
USA:PG (certificate #40749) |
Hungary:14 |
Netherlands:9 |
Germany:12 |
Argentina:Atp |
Australia:M (original rating) |
Australia:PG (re-rating on appeal) |
Brazil:Livre |
Canada:G (Quebec) |
Czech Republic:U |
Finland:K-11 |
France:U |
Hong Kong:IIA |
Ireland:PG |
Israel:PG |
Italy:T |
Japan:U |
New Zealand:PG |
Norway:11 |
Peru:PT |
Philippines:G |
Singapore:PG |
South Korea:All |
Spain:T |
Sweden:11 |
Switzerland:10 (canton of Geneva) |
Switzerland:10 (canton of Vaud) |
Switzerland:10 (canton of Zurich) |
Taiwan:GP |
UK:PG |
Greece:K
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Fun Stuff
Trivia:
Subplot involving the Sneakoscope concept from the novel, as well as an attempted attack on Ron in his sleep at Hogwart's by Sirius Black, were filmed (and can be partially found as additional scenes on some DVD versions) but ultimately scrapped from the finished version. Oddly enough, a small bit from the latter, Harry's lines about missing a chance to get to Sirius, was still featured prominently in most promotional trailers. (Source: 2-Disc DVD extras & trailers).
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Goofs:
Continuity: Harry's grip on Buckbeak when they fly early in the movie changes between shots when they pull in for a close-up.
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Movie Connections:
Referenced in "Saturday Night Live: Justin Timberlake/Ciara (#34.21)" (2009)
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Soundtrack:
La Cumparsita
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FAQ
Who was that boy...?Why aren't the Hogwarts students wearing robes in this movie?
Is Peter Pettigrew ever brought to justice?
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is a "fan film". By this I mean the makers have made the assumption the majority of viewers, the core audience - are fans of the Potter series. As a stand alone film would leave a viewer confused by a fast moving plot devoid of a lot of detail contained in the original book which the film quite closely follows. To fully appreciate the movie, prior knowledge through reading the book would be most beneficial, it would allow you to fill in the many blanks.
Concepts, background, and explanations are skipped in the movie, which gives it a rushed, incomplete feeling, even for a Potter fan. Users have commented the movie is darker, this is somewhat true, it definitely has a different feel from the first two films, much of this can be attributed to the new director. He has changed the sets considerably, to the point where they barely resemble the first tmo films. The fine cast of adult stars is under utilized throughout the film. Maggie Smiths role could be considered a cameo for the limited screen time she got.
Overall the rest of the film is acceptable. If I didn't previously know the plot I would rate this film lower than I did. Though this IS Harry Potter and he still has the midas touch.