As the final battle draws near, Dumbledores last major appearance holdsthe late actorsbest performance.
scene, but that is far from the first instance that shows Gambon’s edge as the elderly wizard.
Dumbledore says nothing, but one can practically hear, Imbecile, rolling around in his head.
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The actor’s portrayal is usually gloomy, before shooting right back to a cheery state of mind.
But in the end, their greatest weapon isyou.
Just something to think about.
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Then he swiftly announces, Now, off to bed.
Plus, it feels like a good balance ofRichard Harris takeand what Michael Gambon brings to his interpretation.
Oh, to be young, and to feel loves keen sting, Dumbledore states with amusement.
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What Is Dumbledore up to in ‘Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince’?
So, what exactlyisDumbledore planning inHalf-Blood Prince?
From the movies start, Dumbledore is a more fragile character this time around.
He won’t be as volatile either.
He then treats himself toKnitters Own, a magazine he found lying around.
Dumbledore knows that bringing Harry along for a visit will persuade Slughorn back onto school grounds.
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Once again, I must ask too much of you, Harry, he says wearily.
Should I tell you to run, you run.
Should I tell you to abandon me and save yourself, you must do so.
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It takes advantage of the aggression Gambon knows how to do so well.
he cries out in anguish, slipping into a feeble old man who seems devoid of Dumbledores recognizable strength.
The headmaster remains incredibly powerful as he soon hurtles flames to rescue Harry from the approaching Inferi.
The fighting agility seen inOrder of the Phoenixis back, mixed with his weakened state for this installment.
Like outside the cave, the elements of the environment create a searing visual.
And the return to the astronomy tower leading up toDumbledores deathis quiet but just as intense.
Instead of recreating what Richard Harris did, Gambon played the character his way.
He wasnt perfect,he made mistakes.
