Review of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) by Legoguy6100 — 29 Nov 2016

As a huge fan of the Harry Potter movies, I was absolutely blown away by this film. From the nostalgic opening titles and classic score to the stunning visuals, this film more then exceeded the hype and expectations surrounding it, prior to its release.

Like every film, this one had it's problems, including recycled elements from the original Harry Potter movies. These factors include an overly abusive adoptive family (physically and mentally) as well as constant visits to an orphanage.

These two factors were unnecessary- but didn't take too much time away from the mysterious marvel that was the rest of the film. A lot of things were cut out of the movie, as expected from a film from a series like this.

The words "I want to be a wizard" were never said. Newt never stops in front of the police offers and says "You have absolutely nothing to worry about." The scene in which Newt stands on a roof top in daylight with two others next to him? Never shown.

All complaints aside, this is one of the best movies I've seen in a while. This film was at the top of my list for most anticipated films for the year- and it didn't disappoint. This is truly a flick that will satisfy long-time fans of the Wizarding World, as well as welcome viewers to the incredible universe.