Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (Blu-ray)

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"Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald""Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" is a spellbinding journey that masterfully expands the wizarding world we all adore. Directed by David Yates and written by the legendary J.K. Rowling, this film is a visually stunning and narratively rich addition to the Harry Potter universe.**Plot and Storyline**The story picks up where the first film left off, diving deeper into the complex and darkening world of magical creatures and wizarding politics. Johnny Depp delivers a chilling performance as Gellert Grindelwald, embodying the sinister charisma of the dark wizard. Jude Law's portrayal of a younger Albus Dumbledore is equally compelling, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved character. The plot twists and turns, revealing secrets and setting the stage for an epic showdown between good and evil.**Characters and Performances**Eddie Redmayne returns as the endearing Newt Scamander, whose quirky charm and deep empathy for magical creatures continue to make him a standout character. The ensemble cast, including Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, and Ezra Miller, each bring depth and nuance to their roles, enriching the film's emotional landscape. Zoë Kravitz's portrayal of Leta Lestrange adds layers of intrigue and complexity, making her one of the film's standout characters.**Visuals and Special Effects**Visually, "The Crimes of Grindelwald" is a feast for the eyes. The special effects are breathtaking, bringing to life an array of magical creatures and stunning landscapes. From the bustling streets of Paris to the majestic halls of Hogwarts, the film's settings are immersive and beautifully crafted. The magical duels are particularly spectacular, showcasing cutting-edge visual effects that enhance the film's action sequences.**Themes and Messages**The film delves into deeper themes of loyalty, identity, and the moral complexities of power. It raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of good and evil, and the choices that define us. These themes resonate strongly, adding depth to the fantastical elements of the story.**Overall Experience**"Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" is an enchanting and thrilling addition to the Harry Potter saga. It balances intricate storytelling with stunning visual effects, creating a film that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Fans of the series will appreciate the connections to the wider wizarding world, while newcomers will be drawn in by the compelling narrative and rich character development.In conclusion, "The Crimes of Grindelwald" is a magical adventure that captivates and excites. It is a must-see for anyone who loves the wizarding world and a testament to the enduring appeal of J.K. Rowling's creation. Prepare to be spellbound!

The Fantastic Creatures alone are worth the price.The imagination is unsurpassed and the storyline reveals the answers to so many questions. It’s a must see. 5 stars.

It's November 1927, six months after the end of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", when Macusa finally captured Grindelwald. Now he's being transferred to Europe to stand trial for his crimes on their continent. Remember, as they tied his arms six months before, Grindelwald said, "Do you think you can hold me?"His confidence was not wishful thinking. There's a great escape sequence, and it all takes place before the opening credits, like a James Bond film. The Ministries of Magic in England and France now have two urgent jobs: recapture Grindelwald, and find Credence Barebone.Like the first Fantastic Beast film, this movie has lots of foreshadowing of the days of Voldemort and Harry Potter to come. The best is Nagini, but Nicolas Flamel is a nice touch (see what he has in his cupboard!), and the story of Dumbledore as a young man is a long time coming. The biggest surprise for me, though, and it wasn't a pleasant surprise, was Queenie. Say it isn't so!This set has both a BluRay and a DVD disc (as well as a code for downloading). Both discs have the movie, but the BluRay has many more Bonus Features. If you buy the movie on disc, subtitles and audio are available in several languages, on both the movie and the Bonus Features.Audio Options: English, English Descriptive Audio, French, Spanish. Also Portuguese on BluRay only (not on DVD)Subtitle Options: English, French, Spanish. Also Portuguese on BluRay only (not on DVD)Bonus Features:...A... "J.K. Rowling: A World Revealed" (10 minutes) Commentators include J.K. Rowling, David Heyman (producer) and David Yates (director). Heyman: "I think Grindelwald is a much more interesting villain than Voldemort.... Grindelwald is, for me, immeasurably scarier, because he persuades, he makes sense, he talks in seemingly rational terms."...B... "Wizards on Screen, Fans in Real Life" (14 minutes) This is a fun feature – but if you haven't seen the movie, it has spoilers. In August, 2018, Ezra Miller (plays Credence) and Evanna Lynch (played Luna Lovegood) get together to view preview scenes from "Crimes of Grindelwald". One thing they bring up, that I hadn't remembered, was that the first mention of Grindelwald in the movies is in the very first, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone". On the train, Harry and Ron open chocolate frog cards. The back of a card with Dumbledore states, "Professor Dumbledore is particularly famous for his defeat of the dark wizard Grindelwald in 1945."...C... "Distinctly Dumbledore" (10 minutes) New commentators include Jude Law (plays Dumbledore), Colleen Atwood (costume designer), Eddie Redmayne (plays Newt) and Jonny Depp (plays Grindelwald)....D... "Unlocking Scene Secrets" (49 minutes) If you like the how-they-did-that of films as much as the films themselves, you will really love these. Scenes include Return to Hogwarts, Newt's Menagerie, the Circus Arcanus, Paris and Place Cachée ("hidden square"), the French Ministry of Magic, and Grindelwald's escape and his ring of fire. The French Ministry of Magic feature is the only on on the DVD.If you're wondering, there is a real statue at the location for the entrance to the magical hidden world, but it looks nothing like the skirted woman in the movie. She's 100% CGI. I was disappointed!...E... "Deleted Scenes" (15 minutes) Ten short scene-lets.Jonny Depp, in Bonus Feature D, says, "No one no matter who they are or how horrible they are, how evil they are, they don't wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and say, 'I'm going to go out and do really bad things today.' No, he's doing what he believes is right at whatever cost." Depp wouldn't have been my first second third or twenty-third choice for Grindelwald, but he did really understand his character. So his Grindelwald grew on me. 4.5 stars, rounded up to 5!"Magic blooms only in rare souls."Happy Reader

Received UK (English) version.Digital copy is Expired and noted on product info page.If you like Harry Potter, you will want Fantastic Beasts.

Great movie, and I'll have to watch the ones before this one