Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

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EIIaApr 17, 2022

they swapped johnny depp for a different actor yet continued making the film despite jk rowling's transphobia. ridiculous.

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werecar2Apr 19, 2022

I really liked this one. As most reviewers said, definitely the best of the Fantastic Beasts franchise. Also, the acting was terrific and the characters got to shine a lot more than in past ones. Overall, solid script, acting, and specialI really liked this one. As most reviewers said, definitely the best of the Fantastic Beasts franchise. Also, the acting was terrific and the characters got to shine a lot more than in past ones. Overall, solid script, acting, and special effects. Looking forward to watching it again.… Expand

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HealingToolboxApr 24, 2022

Literary--in the best way. Film as literature, a movie which plays like a skillfully-written, uplifting, traditional text novel. It's VERY LITERATE. Probably David Yates and J.K. Rowling are probably incapable of making anything but a veryLiterary--in the best way. Film as literature, a movie which plays like a skillfully-written, uplifting, traditional text novel. It's VERY LITERATE. Probably David Yates and J.K. Rowling are probably incapable of making anything but a very literate movie. If this does not bother you, give it a try. If the literary plot of #2 distracted you from enjoying the film craft here, best skip this one too. The best of the Harry Potter movies were NOT so literary; they played like blockbusters. Did I mention this plays like a novel?

Kids AND CRITICS who never read many healthy, classic novels are less likely to enjoy it. Negative pro critics seem to want only plots at the level of simplified, exaggerated, comic book heroes and villains. Nuance, subtlety and tenderness apparently do not interest them. I believe for many movie critics, successful comic book plots have replaced well-written novels as their criteria for "good." Too bad for film criticism.

Some pro critics claim this has less magic. Not so. The second scene, before teh credits, the birth of the Chillin and its aftermath, expresses collosal cinematic magic. The magic of the rest of the story is more about human magic, magic in the sphere of positive human intentions and behaviors, the magic of purity of purpose, the magic of a few committed individuals succeeding against evil. If wholesome human magic bores you, skip this film. The film even has a sub-text, the outer mastery and inner self-mastery of Jude Law's Dumbledore. As often happens in real life and stories, of the magic, of a few committed individuals, succeeding against evil, they succeed by first failing, appearing to fail. It's a story of how positive human intention, held by even a small group, can prompt the universe to respond in your favor; towards, the highest good for all concerned.… Expand

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TVJerryApr 22, 2022

It's especially rewarding to see 2 men (Jude Law & Mads Mikkelsen) declare their love for each other in the opening scene. Sadly, they go on to become enemies in the battle for rulership of the wizard world. Eddie Redmayne's character returnsIt's especially rewarding to see 2 men (Jude Law & Mads Mikkelsen) declare their love for each other in the opening scene. Sadly, they go on to become enemies in the battle for rulership of the wizard world. Eddie Redmayne's character returns with his much smaller menagerie of fantastical creatures and a few other characters are added to the mix. The occasional magic moments are the only visually interesting aspects. Otherwise, there's lots of dialogue and drama. Sure, the cast is blessed with fine performers, but there are simply too many long conversations that are meant to settle the story. The first film in the series got 3/5 stars. The sequel dropped to 2 stars. This 3rd (and rumored final) release doesn't do any better.… Expand

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imthenoobJun 7, 2022

I liked it more than the previous film but you could honestly tell they had no idea where to go with the plot. It felt like we experienced bits and pieces of several stories rather than being told a single cohesive one. There were so manyI liked it more than the previous film but you could honestly tell they had no idea where to go with the plot. It felt like we experienced bits and pieces of several stories rather than being told a single cohesive one. There were so many unnecessary moments that felt out of place and so many characters that were needlessly added that it all felt like a jumbled mess at times.

Don't get me wrong, There were positives to this movie. Mads and Jude were amazing and absolutely stole every scene they were in, The action scenes were sadly brief but enjoyable and I really liked the ending. However, the negatives far outweigh them.

What became obvious fairly early on is that they were clearly treating this as a film bother as a continuation and as an ending. It wrapped everything up and left no question unanswered should this be the final film of the series yet it also is open-ended and could easily be revisited down the line. TBH, I expect the former to happen and that this is the end of the Fantastic Beasts series.… Expand

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00LiteyearApr 19, 2022

There was some entertaining scenes, but it was frankly slow and a bit anticlimactic compared to the previous movies. Ezra Miller's character had a pretty bad character arc. The plot was convoluted. I wasn't expecting anything, but I would'veThere was some entertaining scenes, but it was frankly slow and a bit anticlimactic compared to the previous movies. Ezra Miller's character had a pretty bad character arc. The plot was convoluted. I wasn't expecting anything, but I would've liked to see some AMAZING magic. Dumbledore is a big character, but his spells were underwhelming. Is it bad to want some excitement like the end fight of Shang Chi, or have this film feel like a stand alone movie?… Expand

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vitortfvMay 10, 2022

There are just two good things about this: the animal scenes that generate a certain affective appeal for the creatures and Jacob as comic relief at some point.
The movie has a giant plot problem, unnecessary scenes that don't add anything toThere are just two good things about this: the animal scenes that generate a certain affective appeal for the creatures and Jacob as comic relief at some point.
The movie has a giant plot problem, unnecessary scenes that don't add anything to the story and that have only two functions: spending money on CGI - which by the way shocked me to see this in the Wizarding World, many "strange" effects - and time of screen. Not to mention situations that could easily be resolved with a "magic touch".
The most intriguing part of the story is the political context, but it also fails miserably because it is poorly fleshed out. The addition of Mads Mikkelsen was perfect to play the "villain", yes, in quotes because there were few moments that I could feel a real threat from the character, maybe it's not even Mikkelsen's fault but the whole atmosphere of the film.
In short, we are heading towards a worrying end of the franchise where we seem to be going around and around and not understanding what is happening. I predict that they will choose to solve everything in the last movie. In addition, Dumbledore's secrets were only a surprise to those who are not fans of the saga.… Expand

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Jim222001Feb 6, 2023

A bit better than the second film with more laughs and charm at least. While remembering to actually use the Fantastic Beasts.
Though like the second film. It forgets that Katherine Waterston’s Tina was a main character. I liked her chemistryA bit better than the second film with more laughs and charm at least. While remembering to actually use the Fantastic Beasts.
Though like the second film. It forgets that Katherine Waterston’s Tina was a main character. I liked her chemistry with Eddie Redmayne in the first film. She hasn’t had anything to do since.
Due to everything more about young Dumbledore, Grindelwald, Newt’s brother and now Eulalie (Jessica Williams).
Since the movie didn’t make enough money for a 4th film. I am happy that this is sort of a conclusion. However, it is a forgettable conclusion that isn’t very epic.… Expand

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LuisHernanOGMay 30, 2022

I got slept (for real) into its endless dialogues. Me dormí (de verdad) en sus interminables diálogos. Morover, at third part of this spinoff, most of fans hoped or think that it was time to appear some kind of connection with Harry Poter'sI got slept (for real) into its endless dialogues. Me dormí (de verdad) en sus interminables diálogos. Morover, at third part of this spinoff, most of fans hoped or think that it was time to appear some kind of connection with Harry Poter's saga, but it didn't.
Además, en la tercera parte de este spin-off, la mayoría de los fans esperaban o pensaban que era hora de que apareciera algún tipo de conexión con la saga de Harry Potter, pero no fue así.… Expand

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heidirsartoMay 17, 2022

Muito arrastado, estão esticando a história mais do que o devido apenas por dinheiro.

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eva3si0nJun 19, 2022

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is 3 Part Fantastic Beasts. And the film finally lost the magic of the original series. Fantastic Beasts is already difficult to annihilate with the Harry Potter universe. This is a mediocre filmFantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is 3 Part Fantastic Beasts. And the film finally lost the magic of the original series. Fantastic Beasts is already difficult to annihilate with the Harry Potter universe. This is a mediocre film that is not clear at all to whom it is worth recommending for viewing. At first he wants to say that it is worth watching for ardent fans of the franchise, and then you understand that from Harry Potter there is only the lore of the series and nothing more. NOT saving Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore even a great cast. Well, no matter how well Mads Mikkelsen plays, Gellert Grindelwald should play Johnny Depp.… Expand

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JPKJun 23, 2022

So-So

Though it is an improvement over its mediocre predecessor, The Secrets Of Dumbledore is still a disappointing entry into a once promising franchise though it is fun enough to entertain some.

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GLADIADORApr 23, 2022

Filme esquecivel. Deu pra passa tempo, mas aquela batalha tão esperada do final do filme foi bem interessante

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RustyDiamondsMay 20, 2022

Overall, I was very mixed on this movie. Some scenes were good, some scenes were boring, and others were hit-and-miss. It wasn't the WORST movie I've seen, but definitely not an amazing masterpiece.
It did feel slow at times but was notOverall, I was very mixed on this movie. Some scenes were good, some scenes were boring, and others were hit-and-miss. It wasn't the WORST movie I've seen, but definitely not an amazing masterpiece.
It did feel slow at times but was not entirely a bore-fest. Not necessarily a recommended watch from me, but you'll probably like it enough if you enjoyed the first film of this series.… Expand

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AndreyCloudJun 3, 2022

This movie is just not reminiscent of the hardcore mystery, action, and drama of the Harry Potter series. This movie might as well be called Bambi 3. Poor and lazy writing makes for a boring movie with no real solid and interesting plotThis movie is just not reminiscent of the hardcore mystery, action, and drama of the Harry Potter series. This movie might as well be called Bambi 3. Poor and lazy writing makes for a boring movie with no real solid and interesting plot elements that make me question everything like Harry Potter did. Plot twist, Bambi is a wizard, there you go everyone I guess.… Expand

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r96skMay 12, 2022

Meh again.

'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' isn't any worse than the two films it follows, which is a minor positive at least. I'd actually put it above 1 but just below 2, though I'm splitting hairs really. I just feel allMeh again.

'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' isn't any worse than the two films it follows, which is a minor positive at least. I'd actually put it above 1 but just below 2, though I'm splitting hairs really. I just feel all three are simply missing that little something extra, yet I'm not sure exactly what.

I also feel the same about the cast as I do for the preceding instalments, with the likes of Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law not doing much for me; though Law is at his best in the role here. I will say, however, that I did mildly enjoy Jessica Williams' performance.

The pacing is a tad iffy, if nothing super slow. The ending does feel delayed, I would've personally cut a decent chunk of it to be honest. The dialogue and humour is average, but one scene involving Pickett and Teddy did make me laugh in fairness.

All in all, I'm undoubtedly underwhelmed by these spin-offs/prequels to the great 'Harry Potter' franchise.… Expand

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Onlyclassicvg1May 22, 2022

Thought it was excellent from start to finish. Can't wait to see it again! It's one of those movies you need to watch more than once to get everything you can out of it; there are so many twists and turns and hidden things within the plot;Thought it was excellent from start to finish. Can't wait to see it again! It's one of those movies you need to watch more than once to get everything you can out of it; there are so many twists and turns and hidden things within the plot; just like in the harry potter books.… Expand

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iCampoRamilMay 18, 2022

Le tenía hype, y lo cumplió, para ser honesto. Nos dan lo que queríamos, ese combate tan esperado, puro fan service, supongo, pero con toques de auténtica maestría y con una historia muy interesante a contar.

· Cosas buenas: Mad MikkelsenLe tenía hype, y lo cumplió, para ser honesto. Nos dan lo que queríamos, ese combate tan esperado, puro fan service, supongo, pero con toques de auténtica maestría y con una historia muy interesante a contar.

· Cosas buenas: Mad Mikkelsen está extraordinario, Jude Law más de lo mismo, se nota química entre los dos, y se comen la película, aunque en general, actoralmente es brutal. El fan service que propone, a mí, como fan, me encanta.
· Cosas malas: le falta algo de epicidad, la edición no está muy allá, tiene algunos fallos graves de raccord, y la alusión al nombre, hay pocos animales fantásticos. Además, todos los problemas fuera de cinta que envuelven a la película.
· Conclusión: a mí me gustó, sí que es verdad que tiene bastantes fallos y que si la analizas con detalle puede que no sea tan buena, pero ya lo he dicho, a mí como fan me ha gustado, pero quizás sí que esperaba algo más.… Expand

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WatchinMoviesMay 21, 2022

This movie got so boring so quickly I had to clench my teeth to finish watching it. It isn't worth watching at all, let alone paying to watch it. It's slow, convoluted, slow, incomprehensible, and boring (did I mention slow?). Don't waste your time.

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Eddy86May 18, 2022

Boring movie, nothing new about the story, the idea was finished with the second one.
I've watched in streaming, because i refuse to give money to the people that kick mr.depp...

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ItIsIApr 23, 2022

Is it fun for moments. There are some very questionable editing choices, ugly slowmo action scenes and weird static during on the dialogue tracks but they're just jarring not too distracting and honestly I just noticed them because the storyIs it fun for moments. There are some very questionable editing choices, ugly slowmo action scenes and weird static during on the dialogue tracks but they're just jarring not too distracting and honestly I just noticed them because the story was so boring and confusing. Overall this feels like the adaptation of a footnote in a history of magic text book.… Expand

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KJ_20May 17, 2022

Its not great, or even average. The movie is bland, horrifying acting and scripts which are just plain bad and lazy. The plot is interesting and there a very few moments of emotion and joy. The movies just get worse and worse for this franchise.

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Tr0nikusMay 31, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Glad I screened this before showing my 7 year old. Leftist gender theory filth in the first five minutes. This should not be in a PG-13 film.… Expand

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mckaing10277Apr 24, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. wish Johnny Depp was in this one. They make it seem like the muggle guy is going to have some pivotal part in the plot and he doesn't... He never really does anything too unexpected. Cool visuals, cute animals, but it fell kinda flat. I enjoyed the movie but I would not watch a second time.… Expand

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TheGoldenDragonMay 15, 2022

Far below what we should expect from the sequel. I and my wife didn't enjoy at all.

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mfurnMay 22, 2022

There are too many characters the film is trying to follow which makes it very hard to keep track as to what is actually happening. It kinda made sense to me at the end and this was after watching the first two films again the day before IThere are too many characters the film is trying to follow which makes it very hard to keep track as to what is actually happening. It kinda made sense to me at the end and this was after watching the first two films again the day before I went to see it at the cinema.… Expand

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MarlaIsBackJun 24, 2022

Ewwww this one was really not interesting at all, kinda boring, ok tier visuals anyway.
Not the same without Johnny Depp.

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Daniel69Jun 29, 2022

Boaring only 1 fight and its not even entertaining just a boaring slog finally this film trilogy is Over

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TheWinterOmerJul 9, 2022

It was a great movie for me as a part of the fandom, i went with my family who are casuals and they were really confused about it all.

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CarlElmoreNov 25, 2022

JK Rowling is a terrible person and also cannot write screenplays. One of the most boring films of the year.

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SchueliOct 24, 2022

Kann man sich mal anschauen, kommt aber wie auch die Vorgänger nicht an die Faszination der Harry Potter-Filme ran.