Fatbobman’s Swift Weekly #055 | Master Technology, Don’t Let It Master You
Weekly Comment
Master Technology, Don’t Let It Master You
It’s been over 20 years since “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” first hit theaters. With recent theatrical re-releases, I’ve started revisiting this classic series, having just watched the third installment, “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” yesterday.
Watching one film per week has allowed me to not only appreciate the storylines but also quickly observe the characters’ growth and the technological advancement in filmmaking over the nearly decade-long production. It’s evident that the visual quality and production value improved with each installment. However, one crucial point stands out: regardless of how magnificent and grand the scenes became, in the Harry Potter films, these special effects remained faithful to serving the story itself, enhancing the narrative rather than overshadowing it.
In the past five or six years, I’ve rarely encountered blockbuster films that have left a lasting impression. Despite significant improvements in special effects technology and reduced costs, I often forget the plot of many films before even leaving the theater. All that lingers are vague memories of dazzling special effects, while the film’s intended message gets…
