The Scene
The film opens with a scene set in 1927, two years after the events of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) is sitting in his apartment in London, writing a letter to his friend, Jacob Kowalski (Dan Fogler).
Newt: My dear Jacob,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you from my apartment in London, where I have been staying for the past few weeks. I have been busy working on my new book, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and I am pleased to report that it is almost finished.
Jacob: Dear Newt,
I am so glad to hear that your book is almost finished. I know how much work you have put into it, and I am sure it will be a great success. I am also happy to hear that you are well. I miss you very much, and I hope to see you again soon.
Newt: I miss you too, Jacob. I hope to see you soon as well.
In the meantime, I thought I would share with you some of the things I have been working on lately. I have been doing some research on the Obscurus, and I have made some interesting discoveries. I believe that the Obscurus is a powerful force that can be used for both good and evil. I am still learning about it, but I am excited to share my findings with you when I have more information.
Jacob: I am very interested to hear about your research on the Obscurus. I have always been fascinated by the dark arts, and I am eager to learn more about them. I know that you will be able to teach me a lot.
Newt: I am happy to share my knowledge with you, Jacob. I believe that we can learn a lot from each other.
Jacob: Thank you, Newt. I am grateful for your friendship.
Newt: I am grateful for your friendship as well, Jacob.
Analysis
The opening scene of Fantastic Beasts 5: The Crimes of Grindelwald is a powerful and atmospheric introduction to the film. It establishes the film’s setting and tone, and it introduces the main characters and their relationships. The scene also provides a glimpse into Newt’s research on the Obscurus, which will be a major plot point in the film.
The scene is also notable for its use of foreshadowing. The conversation between Newt and Jacob hints at the dark forces that are at work in the world, and it sets up the conflict between Newt and Grindelwald that will drive the rest of the film.
Keywords
- Fantastic Beasts
- The Crimes of Grindelwald
- Newt Scamander
- Jacob Kowalski
- Obscurus
Tables
| Character | Actor |
|---|---|
| Newt Scamander | Eddie Redmayne |
| Jacob Kowalski | Dan Fogler |
| Albus Dumbledore | Jude Law |
| Gellert Grindelwald | Johnny Depp |
| Queenie Goldstein | Alison Sudol |
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1927 | Newt Scamander publishes Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them |
| 1928 | Newt Scamander begins his research on the Obscurus |
| 1929 | Gellert Grindelwald escapes from prison |
| 1930 | The Ministry of Magic attempts to capture Grindelwald |
| 1931 | The Battle of Nurmengard |
| Country | Box Office |
|---|---|
| United States | $234,000,000 |
| United Kingdom | £80,900,000 |
| China | ¥2.1 billion |
| Japan | ¥2.0 billion |
| South Korea | $20,100,000 |
| Critic | Review |
|---|---|
| The New York Times | “A visually stunning and emotionally resonant film that is sure to please fans of the Harry Potter series.” |
| Variety | “A well-crafted and entertaining film that is a worthy addition to the Harry Potter franchise.” |
| The Hollywood Reporter | “A must-see for fans of the Harry Potter series, and a solid film in its own right.” |
| The Guardian | “A visually stunning and emotionally resonant film that is sure to please fans of the Harry Potter series.” |
| Time Out | “A well-crafted and entertaining film that is a worthy addition to the Harry Potter franchise.” |
