

True, Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson (who was wearing a strapless bra) did have to engage in a steamy make-out session, but that is hardly the most offensive thing about the Harry Potter films, which had been growing increasingly darker since Voldemort’s return. Most importantly, neither of the actors was actually naked. The scene in question was very brief, and the false Harry and Hermione were surrounded by dark mist from the waist down and plenty of other special effects. Worst of all, the complaints (and even some boycott threats) were based solely on Yates’s comments, occurring before the film was even released. Many parents complained about a Harry Potter film featuring a nude scene, even though many were unaware of the context. When director David Yates announced that part 1 of The Deathly Hallows would include Harry and Hermione’s “nude” scene while answering the question "do Harry and Hermione kiss in the upcoming Harry Potter movie?" those who have read the books weren’t surprised, but those not familiar with it – specifically parents – did not approve of the notion.

Though the locket had a negative effect on all three of the protagonists, it was worse for Ron, who was more susceptible to it twisting his emotions.

The locket had always been the most troublesome of Voldemort’s Horcruxes since the trio had to protect it for months before finding a means to destroy it.
