Harry Potter, among other things

Went and saw the 5th movie last night, which was actually phenomenal. I was suitably impressed. It was extremely dark, and I think that it cut more out of the book than any other movies. What it did well--it finally got the characters right. I think that Ron only have about three lines for the entire picture, but they were RIGHT. He was clueless, daft, and clumsy. . .but also incredibly brave and loyal. Ron of the movies finally matched Ron of my imagination! Yea! In addition, the romance wasn't overdone for once. . .just a few hints here and there. And Cedric was in it a bit. . yea for eye candy. The movies must be getting harder and harder to make, though. . .more characters, more action, less time. . .props to all of the writers.

Um. . .there was something else to add, but I don't remember. Anyway, I recommend the movie. Also, it has me really excited for the new book. So, on a note unrelated to my other posts, my predictions for the final book!

First off, neither Snape nor Malfoy will remain "evil." Snape will ultimately save Harry, and Malfoy will snivel around and be incapable of killing people that he's supposed to kill.

Ron and Hermione will get together in an incredibly awkward way.

Ginny will lead Hogwarts students in a rebellion while Harry, Hermione, and Ron take on Voldemort.

Ginny will once again demonstrate that she is one of the strongest wizards ever.

The Marauders will meet again, as Lupin finds himself in some manner of incredibly dangerous situation.

Peter Pettigrew will ultimately die, but helping Harry instead of Voldemort.

Dumbledore will be in it plenty, through Pensieve and portraits.

Bill and FLeur's wedding will NOT go off as planned.

Neville will face down VOldemort, and while he won't be killed, his friends will assume that he has been.

Final face-offs will be: Voldemort v. Harry, Bellatrix v. Hermione, and Lucius v. Ron.

Ron will die. Yes, I am upset at this, but I still believe it quite firmly.

Hagrid is also at danger of death, though his is not guaranteed.

The Ministry will appoint a new Headmaster instead of putting McGonagall in charge.

Voldemort will cast Avada Kedavra, but it won't kill Harry--again. When the battle is over, Harry will no longer have a scar.

Petunia will play a large role. I'm not sure what yet. . .sorry, I kind of fail on that front.

There will be an epilogue, but it won't be from the point of view of the main characters.

H,R, and H will return to Hogwarts for school.

We will see some old friends from Beauxbatons and Durmstrang again. Lavender will finally grow a pair and do something decently heroic.

The end of the final battle will mirror the first book--Hermione providing the brains to get Harry through, but unable to follow, and Ron "sacrificing the queen." His chess skills will come in again.

Also, has anyone ever noticed how much the four main students resemble the original founders? Malfoy Slytherin, Hermione Ravenclaw, Ron Hufflepuff and Harry Gryffindor? I just find that interesting. It has nothing to do with anything else.

All right, signing out, and promise not to mock me too much if I'm totally off when the book comes out on --squee--Saturday!!!!