I remember being disturbed by that scene in the book, and I had hoped
that they would change it in the film.  Has anyone read anything about
J.K. Rowling's feelings about the little furballs?  I can't imagine
anyone even remotely fond of ferrets would write about feeding them to a
hippogriff.  I seem to recall Malfoy being turned into a ferret at one
point, too.  The movie was excellent, however, despite this unpleasant
moment.  It is a much scarier movie than the first two, and I would
recommend caution if you are considering bringing young children.
 
Gail, Bandit, Taz and Pooka
[Posted in FML issue 4535]