Despite negative reviews, each has its own appeal and probably would've received more credit had they been
standalone films rather than being made in the shadow of «The Exorcist».
Keeping in mind that this
film has obviously gutted many of the bells and whistles that make reading a Rowling work such a pleasure for millions, as a movie — viewing it solely as a
standalone cinematic work,
rather than a mere adaptation — it's probably the most successful of the series thus far.