WB's 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' original script by J.K. Rowling - Part 1

[Guts]

On the subject of shipping, I thought Neville's declaration that he's in love with Luna in Deathly Hallows part 2 came out of nowhere.

 

[Reek]

I don't care what Rowling says about Harry and Hermione. Deathly Hallows should have ended with Viktor Krum and Hermione dropping of their child at the Hogwarts express and a fat balding red headed man watches in the distance drinking firewhisky.

Good lad... loyal lad. Sounds like Ron Weasley is Victarion

 

[Loki882]

On the subject of shipping, I thought Neville's declaration that he's in love with Luna in Deathly Hallows part 2 came out of nowhere.

I believe that Rowling passed that off as essentially just a "school-year fling" between teenagers or something along those lines. It didn't last (and we know from the books who Luna ultimately ends up with).

 

[DarthSkywalker]

 

[Loki882]

Who are peoples favourite characters from the books? Mine are Harry, Dumbledore, Voldemort and Snape.

Well Hermoine is my favorite of the "young cast." As for overall, Snape, Sirius Black, Dumbledore, and Bellatrix Lestrange always stood out for me.

 

[Reek]

Well Hermoine is my favorite of the "young cast." As for overall, Snape, Sirius Black, Dumbledore, and Bellatrix Lestrange always stood out for me.

you sick bastard t:

 

[DarthSkywalker]

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fantastic_beasts_and_where_to_find_them

11 Reviews

11 Fresh

0 Rotten

100%

7.3 Average

 

[Loki882]

You know one of my personal pet peeves with HBP, and I concede that it's a minor detail in the grand scheme of things, is them cutting out the "Harry and Hermoine getting together" scene. The way that Rowling describes that scene in the books, and she's quite good at descriptions in general, it sounds like it would have been hilarious to see onscreen. Also it's weird because the movie goes out of it's way to make that whole dynamic more a back and forth flirtation/tension-filled than it was in the book (at least that I can recall it being). But then they cut out the scene of them actually getting together, which is odd.

 

[smallville fan]

This bit from Variety's review made me chuckle and I wanted to reiterate my last post here:

What follows may as well be a high-end, period-themed upgrade to the popular Pokémon GO iPhone game, as Scamander plays a freckle-faced, tweed-jacketed version of Ash Ketchum, scrambling to track down and recapture the escaped creatures before things get really out of hand.

I know and could guess the premise from the title and all but I noticed that with the monsters they essentially gotta catch em' all. I hope that with the way in which creatures in the movie are balanced and all, that it inspires someone to make a proper live action Pokemon movie.

 

[Rjones1325]

I saw this twice within the same week.
First time @ a press screening and second at the world premiere and yet I still had a ton of fun with this during both viewings. Here is my review of the film:

http://www.rendyreviews.com/movies//fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review

 

[Sleiek]

Sounds good so far! No surprise.

 

[Frankeh]

This bit from Variety's review made me chuckle and I wanted to reiterate my last post here:

The plot also reminds me of Scooby Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed

 

[Drizzle]

On the subject of shipping, I thought Neville's declaration that he's in love with Luna in Deathly Hallows part 2 came out of nowhere.

I think that was done because so many fans were shipping Neville and Luna and it was done as kind of a wink and a nod to them. Personally I think it works since they're both misfits.

 

[lime]

Sounds good. 100% RT starting score.

 

[Blitzkrieg]

Looking good so far:

http://variety.com/2016/film/review...-to-find-them-review-harry-potter-1201916885/

https://www.theguardian.com/film/20...review-jk-rowling-eddie-redmayne-harry-potter

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/fantastic-beasts-find-review-946770

http://collider.com/fantastic-beasts-review/

http://www.thewrap.com/fantastic-beasts-review-jk-rowling-reveals-shes-creature-habit/

Thanks a ton for the links.....

 

[lime]

So...WB finally caught a break. After the critical disaster with the DC universe, the Wizarding world is once again to the rescue!

 

[Blitzkrieg]

http://www.ew.com/article/2016/11/12/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-ew-review?xid=entertainment-weekly_socialflow_twitter

Gives it B-.

http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/11/13/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review

Gives the movie 6.5/10.

 

[Smilodon]

Good to see WB caught a break with the wonderful wizarding world of HP. I was content with where the story of Harry ended, but I would be lying if I didn't admit that I was into the idea of exploring the wizarding world of an entirely different continent and time period.

My ranking of the films in no particular order.

1. Goblet of Fire (Also my favorite book)
2. Prisoner of Azkaban
3. Order of the Phoenix
4. Deathly Hallows Part 1
5. Deathly Hallows Part 2
6. Chamber of Secrets
7. Sorcerer's Stone
8. Half Blood Prince

A list that requires a rewatch, but I remember disliking HBP because it cut out far too much of what I liked of the book. But in the books and the films I felt like were the peak of the story in terms of where it really took everyone and what it did. It really grew them up.

 

[Blitzkrieg]

http://www.marieclaire.com/culture/news/a23580/review-fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them/

We Saw 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' and It Was Nothing Less Than Magical

http://www.indiewire.com/2016/11/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review-1201745969/

The ‘Harry Potter’ Prequel Is One of the Best Blockbusters of the Year

 

[Blitzkrieg]

http://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them/259979/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review

Rowling’s first screenplay (and the first Potter movie without Harry) can at times be as stuffed as Newt’s luggage. But there is an undeniable ambition and seriousness of purpose that has been woefully missing in blockbuster cinema as of late, even in other recent magic-induced superhero fare. Fantastic Beasts has a lot on its mind and swings for the fences to be a new classic. It might not fully achieve that status, but diehard fans will likely adore it and its familiar Rowling magic, which gently rolls through the 1920s Jazz Age—and toward the darkest of tunnels up ahead.

http://nerdist.com/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-is-a-textbook-adventure-review/

Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them is enthralling, enchanting and joyful. Transporting the Harry Potter universe to 1920s America gives Rowling a new sandbox to explore. And long-time Harry Potter helmer David Yates knows just how to bring the spectacle and heart audiences have come to demand from the franchise. Redmayne, delivering a lopsided smile, affable mumble and gangly physicality, offers a distinctively different hero to hang our hopes on. But for all his quirks, Scamander never veers from adorable to obnoxious. Strong supporting turns–from Fogler, Waterston, Sudol, Ezra Miller, Samantha Morton and Colin Farrell–combine with awe-striking visuals and imaginative action sequences to conjure a vibrant adventure full of wonder, surprises and fun.

http://www.gamesradar.com/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review/

And to think, people initially pondered how Harry’s slim textbook, which Rowling actually published in 2001 under the pseudonym of Newt Scamander, could be stretched into one feature, let alone five. Turns out it’s like Newt’s suitcase – bewitched with an Extension Charm, and promising extraordinary sights. This first instalment showcases just enough of them to make you sign up for the full expedition.

 

[lime]

Fantastic (pun intended) reviews. I. Can't. Wait.

 

[Blitzkrieg]

http://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-gets-three-stars-review-w449745

Dozens of fantastic beasts aside, don’t underestimate the power of a real human drama.

http://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them-review-j-k-rowling-s-potter-spinoff-a-pleasure-1.12610300

“Fantastic Beasts” is one of those movies that feels instantly real, as if its people and places already existed, not just once we took our seats. It’s a rare kind of magic that’s a pleasure to watch.

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/movies/fantastic-beasts-conjures-old-harry-potter-magic-review-article-1.2870621

Fancy phony special effects aren't enough to make a fantasy flick click.

It also takes genuine heart to really cast a spell.

J. K. Rowling's "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" — her debut as a screenwriter — packs enough of both for moviegoing muggles.

 

[BaelaTargaryen]

TOMATOMETER

100%
Average Rating: 7.4/10
Reviews Counted: 24
Fresh: 24
Rotten: 0

 

[Reek]

IGN's review... lol IGN is still considered a source? they have the worst reviews ever... only thing they do worth watching anymore is rewind theater.

good reviews all around it seems. Greens will be displeased.

 

[Blitzkrieg]

^^