19 critical realizations from rewatching the Harry Potter movies in 2025

Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix - News Conference - Source: Getty
Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix - News Conference - Source: Getty

9) Dated CGI

Ron Weasley | Image Via: Warner Bros. Pictures
Ron Weasley | Image Via: Warner Bros. Pictures

Though the CGI in the movies has been groundbreaking for their time, comparing it to 2025’s CGI and the development that has occurred in the sophisticated visual effects, it feels dated. The spells and the creatures shown in the movies appear less realistic and more cartoonish, according to the viewers. This can be seen in cases where CGI is heavily used, such as with trolls and magical creatures or witches flying on broomsticks.

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Edited by Sangeeta Mathew