Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Splits At Chapter 24 : Movie News
August 13, 2010 by Sean Lynch
Filed under Movie News, Movies
Anyone with their own wand knows by now that the folks behind Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows have “for the fans” (and in no way to benefit their back pockets) decided to split the final film into two epic blockbusters which are set to hit screens on November 19th and July 15th respectively.
On one hand, it’s a brilliant idea. Not only do Hogwart nuts get an extra dose of their favourite characters (Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione) – but there will be very few details not covered (unlike the previous films which bypassed quite a bit).
It also means that the final film will – be – EPIC! Don’t believe us, just check out the trailer [Watch The Trailer Here].
Harry, Ron and Hermine
The big question, however, has always been : Where do you split? The answer, it seems, is Chapter 24.
According to the upcoming issue of Entertainment Weekly (who also were the first to reveal Green Lantern’s costume) the split will be made “at about Chapter 24 of the book” – a point at which the uber-evil-and-noseless Voldemort “gains possession of the Elder Wand, one of the three Deathly Hallows that allow the bearer to conquer death”.
It’s a strange cut off point if you ask us – Chapter 24 locks off at around the 500 page mark of the 780-odd page book. Meaning that the second film will likely be 200 pages of BALLS TO THE WALL ACTION. Whether that will destroy the delicate mix of action, character and charm of the previous films remains to be seen.
The big question will be – how old and hot will Hermione finally be… here is the answer :