It's still a very fine film - one that's entertaining and well-made, even if it is ultimately as manufactured as a studio theme park ride. But at the same time, it also never truly lifts off as the grand, cinematic experience it could have been. 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' is downright reverential to its source text, and takes no grave liberties with Rowlings' creation. Rowling's beloved book to the screen, but also create a transcendent experience that could stand on its own as a classic piece of fantasy filmmaking?Īs it turned out, Columbus certainly delivered on at least one of those counts. Would Columbus be able to take the reins of such a plum assignment, and not only bring a faithful retelling of J.K. So when the final selection was unveiled to the world to be Chris Columbus - the competent helmer beyond such trifles as 'Bicentennial Man' and 'Adventures in Babysitting' - eyebrows were raised among both Potter fans sand critics alike.
Expectations for the film were stratospheric, and many A-list names were being bandied about (including Steven Spielberg and Timīurton). When Warner first announced that 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' would be adapted for the big screen, the growing legions of Potter fans held their breath as they awaited word on who would direct the project.
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