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The biggest criticism of the reboot so far is that it’s not exploring new territory. All of the Harry Potter books have already been adapted, and most of the movies do more good than harm. In fact, there are at least five Harry Potter movie scenes that the reboot will struggle to beat.
5) Cedric Diggory’s Death
There is Harry Potter before Cedric Diggory’s death, and there is Harry Potter after Cedric Diggory’s death. The tragic moment at the end of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire marks a shift in the franchise’s tone, going from a fun-loving series about magic to a true battle between the forces of good and evil. What makes the death hit extra hard is the reaction from the crowd upon Harry’s return, especially Cedric’s father, Amos Diggory, who can’t control his emotions after seeing his son’s lifeless body.
4) Dumbledore v Voldemort
After getting a new body at the end of Goblet of Fire, Voldemort takes the gloves off in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. His goal is to acquire the prophecy about his defeat that resides in the Ministry of Magic. When Harry and his friends arrive, a battle ensues that ends with Sirius Black’s death. Harry is about to suffer the same fate before Dumbledore shows up and battles the Dark Lord. The fight between the two magical powerhouses is easily the best in the Harry Potter series, showing off what wizards and witches are truly capable of when they master their craft.
3) Harry Potter Saves Himself
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban can be hard to follow at times because it features time travel. However, there’s no amount of convoluted plot that can stop Harry using the Patronus Charm to save himself from the Dementors from being awesome. The whole time, he believes his dad is going to show up and save the day, but it quickly becomes clear that his life is in danger. Without any other choice, Harry unleashes his most powerful spell yet and proves to himself that he’s strong.
