Review of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) by Chris M — 09 Mar 2013

There are good things in this movie like Voldemort's back story, but it's a mixed bag.

This review of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) was written by Chris M on 09 Mar 2013.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has generally received very positive reviews.

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