This is it. The first of eight reviews of the Harry Potter films. Each episode will cover different characters and focus-points relevant to that particular story. It will involve discussion with my guests and occasional Gonzo essays, punctuated by rare pieces of Potter-related audio and the wonderful scores that have enriched every movie.
For The Philosopher’s Stone (or if you are trans-continental; the Sorcerer’s Stone) I enlisted the aid of Leah Haydu, lead-host and editor at GamerDork ReRolled, Kelly Brown, one half of The Married Gamers and for the first time on a dedicated movie review series since her run on Kill Bill for Digital Cowboys Movie Club, my wife; Sharon Shaw.
In this one we discuss the tripod (Harry, Ron and Hermione) at age eleven, the Dursleys, Richard Harris as Dumbledore, Professor McGonnagal, dating centaurs, awesome tattoos and why at least one of us identifies very strongly with a core character. The main theme running through is the lighter tone of this first installment and why in retrospect it serves a very fine purpose. We also discuss the differences from the original book, which we will do in every subsequent episode.
This series could bring a huge new crowd of listeners to Digital Gonzo so my humble request to you, the listener is that you please, please tell as many people about these as possible. See you very soon for part 2: The Chamber of Secrets.
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