Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

Main Plot

In "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald," the dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald escapes custody and begins gathering followers to his cause, which is to establish pure-blood wizards as the ruling class over non-magical beings. The film follows Newt Scamander, who is enlisted by Albus Dumbledore to thwart Grindelwald's plans. As tensions rise, the wizarding world becomes increasingly divided, with characters facing moral dilemmas and choosing sides. The narrative unfolds across various locations, including Paris, where Grindelwald seeks to recruit Credence Barebone, a young wizard with a mysterious past and immense power. The film explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the consequences of power. It delves into the complexities of the wizarding world's politics and the impact of Grindelwald's ideology on both magical and non-magical communities. Throughout the story, magical creatures play a significant role, symbolizing the wonder and danger of the magical world. The film builds towards a climactic confrontation, setting the stage for future conflicts. The overarching theme is the struggle between freedom and control, with characters grappling with their beliefs and the implications of their choices in a rapidly changing world.

Characters

• Eddie Redmayne plays Newt Scamander, a magizoologist tasked with capturing Grindelwald and preventing his rise to power, while navigating complex relationships and magical creatures.
• Katherine Waterston plays Tina Goldstein, an Auror investigating dark wizard activities, aiding Newt Scamander in the quest to thwart Grindelwald's plans and protect the wizarding world.
• Dan Fogler plays Jacob Kowalski, a No-Maj who aids Newt Scamander and friends in their quest against dark forces.

Ending Explained

At the end of the film, several pivotal events unfold that significantly impact the wizarding world. Grindelwald gathers his followers at a rally in the Lestrange Mausoleum, where he reveals his vision of a future war between the magical and non-magical worlds. He seeks to recruit more wizards to his cause by showcasing the potential destruction that non-magical humans could bring, emphasizing the need for wizard dominance. Credence Barebone, a young wizard struggling with his identity, is central to Grindelwald's plans. Grindelwald manipulates Credence by promising him the truth about his lineage. In a shocking revelation, Grindelwald tells Credence that he is Aurelius Dumbledore, a previously unknown member of the Dumbledore family, suggesting a deep connection to Albus Dumbledore. Meanwhile, Newt Scamander and his allies, including Tina Goldstein, Queenie Goldstein, and Jacob Kowalski, attempt to thwart Grindelwald's plans. Queenie, swayed by Grindelwald's promises of a world where she can freely love Jacob, joins Grindelwald, creating a rift between her and her sister Tina. The film concludes with Grindelwald escaping, leaving the wizarding world on the brink of war. The revelation about Credence's identity sets the stage for future conflicts, particularly between Grindelwald and Dumbledore,