Before the trio of friends: Harry, Ron and Hermione enrolled at (Hogwarts) a different story of magical proportions was told. Author of a curriculum textbook used at (Hogwarts), from which the film is based, Newt Scamander (Actually Rowling-underneath this pseudonym). Traveling the globe studying magical beings, good and evil, Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) arrives in our setting of 1920's New York.
He comes to (America) knowing very little of the Witches and Wizard folk in the country. Meanwhile at a magical bank-much like (Gringotts) but on the other side of the pond, Newt meets Jacob. A curious and optimistic middle-aged man or as the magical inhabitants call "No-Maj" or non magic american. The film writes in Jacob (Dan Fogler) as an optimist, and the comic relief- which leaves no drought.
It has that same magical-wow factor just like the franchise before. (Fantastic Beasts) may be even more dreamy than some of its predecessors, comical even; will surprise audiences by a mile.
The "boy-who-lived" saga also had enchanting film compositions. Just like this one, soothing to one's ears again. A magical score from (James Newton Howard) (Hunger Games), is just as amazing as veteran composer (John Williams) who is well known for creating the theme to (Harry Potter).
Helming the title character, (Eddie Redmayne) goes above and beyond as the British wizard. Exceeds with charm and warmth, he is one to remember. (Fantastic Beasts) also offers up the talents of: Katherine Waterston, Colin Farrell and Johnny Depp.) (Waterston) the love interest of Newt, "Tina" works at the governing body for American magic beings. Ron to Hermione and Ginny to Harry. This comparison of love pairs in the franchise was the set up for the Newt-Tina fling.
Her portrayal of the female lead makes the film serious, more emotional.
If you've ever bared witness to one of cinemas most successful film series to-date, then you know what to expect following this. Veteran director of the "Potter" saga, David Yates knows how to effectively depict Rowling's magical universe.
Whether you've been a fan of Harry Potter since the first book or the release of the first film adaptation, either way, you're going to be entertained from start to end.
"Warner Bros. Pictures presents a David Yates film. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them stars: Eddie Redmayne, Dan Fogler, Katherine Waterston, Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell. Fantastic Beasts is rated PG-13 and is in theaters now. Runtime: 2 hours and 13 minutes
Rate: A+
