Hello there!
It sure has been a while. As I'm currently on mid-semester break from university, I've decided to finally write another blog post. So, in today's edition, I'll be doing The Ultimate Harry Potter Tag.
WARNING: Spoilers.
~Favourites~
1. Favourite book?Hmm...I think my favourite book would definitely be Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone, as it truly introduced me to the wonder of the Harry Potter World. However, following it closely would be The Prisoner of Azkaban, because I love the introduction of Sirius into the series, or The Deathly Hallows, as it ties up the story most pleasantly.
2. Least favourite book?
The Goblet of Fire. I thought the book was a little long, and I wasn't too sold on the premise.
3. Favourite movie?
The Philosopher's Stone definitely, as it brought Hogwarts to life wonderfully. I also enjoyed The Chamber of Secrets, though it frightened me a little as a child.
4. Least favourite movie?
The Goblet of Fire. Whilst I do appreciate it, it's definitely my least favourite film, followed closely by The Order of the Pheonix. I feel like these films failed to include a lot of the content found in the book.
5. Favourite quote?
"If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals."
6. Favourite Weasley?
Ginny Weasley! In the books, she's headstrong, fierce, and funny, which is why Harry falls for her. I feel as if Ginny is underappreciated in the films though...
7. Favourite female character?
Hermione. As a child, I felt as if I connected to Hermione deeply, and she was also such an integral character in the story's development.
8. Favourite villain?
Does Severus Snape count? Though it was later revealed he wasn't a villain, I feel as if he fulfilled a villainous role for most of the series, but I've loved his character since The Sorting Ceremony. He's such a complex person, but with such a kind heart.
9. Favourite male character?
Sirius Black. I shed so many tears when he died...
10. Favourite professor?
Professor Mcgonagall! She's not only an excellent teacher, but she wouldn't take lip from anybody, even that insufferable Professor Umbridge.
~Would You Rather?~
11. Wash Snape's hair, or spend a day listening to Lockhart rant about himself?
Well, I do own earphones, so Lockhart.
12. Duel an elated Bellatrix, or an angry Molly?
Oooh...well, angry Molly is not someone I want to mess with, so Bellatrix I suppose.
13. Travel to Hogwarts via Hogwarts Express or the flying car?
HOGWARTS EXPRESS!
14. Kiss Voldemort or give Umbridge a bubble bath?
I might try to drown Umbridge in her bubble bath, seeing as Voldemort is revolting.
15. Ride a hippogriff or ride a firebolt?
Hippogriff <3
I might try to drown Umbridge in her bubble bath, seeing as Voldemort is revolting.
15. Ride a hippogriff or ride a firebolt?
Hippogriff <3
~Book To Movie Adaption~
16. Is there a character which you felt differently about in the movies vs. books?
Definitely Ginny Weasley. In the films, I feel as if Ginny is never properly explored, and she is only really given a character in The Half Blood Prince. She's also nowhere near as headstrong and fierce as she is in the books, which is a little disappointing.
17. Is there a movie you preferred instead of the book?
Probably not. Though I feel as if the battle scene in The Deathly Hallows (Part 2) is orchestrated in a much more artistic and wonderous way compared to its description in the novel.
18. Richard Harris or Michael Gambon as Dumbledore?
I liked them both, but I felt Richard Harris had a more profound sense of wisdom about him.
19. Your top thing (person or event) which wasn't included in the movie that annoyed you the most?
Gosh, I'm really not sure. I don't think I have an answer to this question.
20. If you could remake any of the Potter movies, which would it be?
Perhaps Order of the Pheonix. I feel as if the Hogwart's wonder wasn't visible in this film. Though its premise was darkening with Harry's age, I think the cinematography and character development could have been better...
25. Which character do you think you'd instantly become friends with?
Hermione, definitely.
Perhaps Order of the Pheonix. I feel as if the Hogwart's wonder wasn't visible in this film. Though its premise was darkening with Harry's age, I think the cinematography and character development could have been better...
~Hogwarts~
21. Which house was your first gut feeling you'd be a part of?
I originally thought I'd be Gryffindor because I'm so headstrong.
22. Which house were you actually sorted into on Pottermore?
Slytherin.
23. Which class would be your favourite?
Hmm...Potions class? Or Broomstick Flying class? Though I'm not sure they continue that until graduation. Defence Against the Dark Arts would be interesting also.
24. Which spell do you think would be the most useful to learn?
Oculus Reparo.
25. Which character do you think you'd instantly become friends with?
Hermione, definitely.
~Miscellaneous~
26. If you could own one of the three Hallows, which would it be?
Hmm...I've often thought about this one. I'm not too sure. Perhaps the cloak of invisibility?
27. Is there any aspect of the books you'd want to change?
I wish the relationship between Severus and Lily was more closely explored. It was so beautiful...but I feel like J.K. Rowling didn't dwell on it enough.
28. Favourite marauder?
Lupin, of course. He was such a gem.
29. If you bring one character back to life, which would it be?
Um, Sirius. Obviously.
30. Hallows or Horcruxes?
Probably Hallows.
Bye now!
Stay curious x