The Crimes Of Grindelwald has really upped the ante for Fantastic Beasts. a race against time in stunningly created settings. The villain of the piece is an absolutely hypnotic presence, you hang on his every word. Its a fantastic and frightening set up for whats to come, and i for one cannot wait for the next instalments.
I loved the Harry Potter series, all received perfect 10's from me. Fantastic Beast & Where To Find Them, i gave an 8/10, it was still an absolute joy to watch but it almost felt like a stand-alone film, but now i see that it was an introduction to this new wizarding world and its characters. But The Crimes Of Grindelwald really takes flight, i loved it. It felt more in the realm of storytelling that we were accustomed to with the Harry Potter series, a great blend of drama, emotions, action, urgency and bucket loads of charm.
Johnny Depp is inspired casting as Grindelwald and you can see that there's A LOT more menace to come behind those steely eyes of his.
This one seems like its budget has been doubled from the previous film, FB: Where To Find Them, there are trips to various countries, each with there own beautiful scenery, architecture and the costumes, clothes are absolutely stunning. The whole world and its creatures and magic are a feast for the eyes.
The film is in constant motion and accurately so given the circumstances and urgency of what unfolds and what is to be done by all the characters involved.
If you loved the Harry Potter series then this will be a warm blanket of fun, charm, Awe and excitement that no other franchise can offer you. It's truly a magical world to be a part of.
I was lucky enough to watch it in IMAX and i'm glad i did.
I loved the Harry Potter series, all received perfect 10's from me. Fantastic Beast & Where To Find Them, i gave an 8/10, it was still an absolute joy to watch but it almost felt like a stand-alone film, but now i see that it was an introduction to this new wizarding world and its characters. But The Crimes Of Grindelwald really takes flight, i loved it. It felt more in the realm of storytelling that we were accustomed to with the Harry Potter series, a great blend of drama, emotions, action, urgency and bucket loads of charm.
Johnny Depp is inspired casting as Grindelwald and you can see that there's A LOT more menace to come behind those steely eyes of his.
This one seems like its budget has been doubled from the previous film, FB: Where To Find Them, there are trips to various countries, each with there own beautiful scenery, architecture and the costumes, clothes are absolutely stunning. The whole world and its creatures and magic are a feast for the eyes.
The film is in constant motion and accurately so given the circumstances and urgency of what unfolds and what is to be done by all the characters involved.
If you loved the Harry Potter series then this will be a warm blanket of fun, charm, Awe and excitement that no other franchise can offer you. It's truly a magical world to be a part of.
I was lucky enough to watch it in IMAX and i'm glad i did.