The first half of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows opened in theaters five years ago today. For Harry/Hermione shippers, it was a dream come true.
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If you’re involved in any fandom then you know about the highs and lows of wanting two characters together, aka shipping. But when it comes to the actual material of the show in question, and the end result, I’ve come to the realization that ships should not be the deciding factor on the success of a show.