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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic

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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic

By: Pottermore Publishing, Mark Salisbury, Hana Walker-Brown
Narrated by: Dan Fogler
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This is a behind-the-scenes audio documentary, recorded on the set of the movie Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.

“This film is a different beast.” (Eddie Redmayne)

Available only in audio, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic lifts the lid on the moviemaking secrets behind the latest installment in J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts series. Narrator Dan Fogler (who plays No-Maj Jacob Kowalski) will guide you through the process of creating the magical on-screen world and explore the story, themes, and characters of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.

Over 100 hours of interviews with the cast and crew have been used to create this unique audio adventure that’s sure to be loved by fans of filmmaking and the Wizarding World. Across its nine chapters, you will explore themes such as what’s next for Newt Scamander, whether we’ve seen every side of Albus Dumbledore, what makes Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald so dangerous, and what connects the worlds of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts.

With unrivalled access to the film’s cast, directors, producers, and makers, hear what it takes to build 1927 Paris on a lot just outside London, discover what influenced the design of the Elder Wand, meet the individuals who constructed iconic wizarding world locations including Hogwarts’ Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom - and mastered the craft and artistry required to fill it with authenticity and excitement.

With contributions from actors including Eddie Redmayne (Newt Scamander), Jude Law (Albus Dumbledore), Katherine Waterston (Tina Goldstein), and Alison Sudol (Queenie Goldstein) as well as director David Yates and producer David Heyman.

Give your eyes a rest and your ears a treat. Take a trip behind the scenes of the Wizarding World like never before.

Produced by Pottermore Publishing and Audible Originals.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald characters, names, and related indicia are copyright and trademark of Warner Bros Entertainment Inc. Publishing rights copyright of J.K. Rowling.

©2018 Warner Bros Entertainment Inc., 2018 (P)2018 Warner Bros Entertainment Inc., 2018 Entertainment & Performing Arts Film & TV Social Sciences

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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
Welcome to the dream factory.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
We’re gonna meet the people who bring the beasts to life.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
As far as Newt’s concerned, there’s still a long way to go.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
There’s something interesting about working on a J.K. Rowling film.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
This relationship involves a lot of chasing.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
And you thought you had problems.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • Welcome to the dream factory.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • We’re gonna meet the people who bring the beasts to life.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • As far as Newt’s concerned, there’s still a long way to go.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • There’s something interesting about working on a J.K. Rowling film.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • This relationship involves a lot of chasing.
  • Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Makers, Mysteries and Magic
  • And you thought you had problems.

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Narrator Dan Folger (who plays No-Maj Jacob Kowalski) will guide you on a trip behind the scenes of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
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I love listening and watching to behind the scenes of movies, especially the HP and FB franchise & this did not disappoint, especially after just watching the new film just last night!! And to the people complaining that it’s not the story? Should have read the description first and you would have known before purchasing that is was a behind the scenes audible not the actual screenplay 🙄.

Behind the magic!

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I love and will always love these kind of book-documentaries and especially when they are so greatly told and presented. I knew what I was getting myself into and I enjoyed every second of it. Loved the way Dan Fogler read it - it was so fun and entertaining, and how the cast and crew where involved in it, as well. It made me appreciate the work done behind the scenes so much more - it is awe-inspiring, especially considering all of the work prop masters, costume designers etc. There are so many geniuses working for the movie to be made for the audiences to see on the cinema screen - that I personally wanted to pay respect to them and say a big "thank you" for their craftswork! And for me - listening to this audio-book - it was just that! THANK YOU! :)

P.s. Please do not take it personally, but I really do not understand the people who thought it was the actual screenplay of the movie (I guess there are people going in blindly without reading the summary, yet the risk did not pay off?).

Magic of the behind the scenes

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I saw the film yesterday and now Im half-way through listening to this. I knew this was going to be a documentary not a book (JK Rowling has said there won't be any books of the fantastic beasts films). I was pleasantly surprised when i listened to it. It could easily have been just marketing exercise for the film. There is a lot of info i already knew / have seen before - but the narration and music and the way its put together so you tour different film departments make it fun. If you have just a casual interest in Harry Potter then this might not be that interesting. For me I like spending time in this world, and this gave me more information on parts of the storyline (Nagini).

Not perfect but enjoyable!


A companion to the film with the great Dan Fogler

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Very insightful as to how much work goes into making and how many people are need to make a fantastic film

very insightful

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A really great behind the scenes which I didn't think would be possible with audio only.
There's no spoilers if you have seen all the trailers but it expands on back stories quite a bit which helps you understand the movie more.
Great to hear the interviews with the cast and all the people working at the studios.

Fascinating

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I really enjoyed listening to this, narrated very well. I can't wait to see the film.

fantastic

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This was a hilarious audiobook and I enjoyed every second of it. Dan Fogler read it so well. Thank you pottermore, I loved it!!😂😍☺️

Hilarious 😂!

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Absolutely loved it and really enjoyed it. Absolutely Brilliant. Absolutely fantastic. Very good. I hope the next one is just as good as this one.

Brilliant!

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I've read the reviews from other people who have bought the audio book and am very very surprised that they've slated it. How much clearer could the title be - it clearly states this is behind the scenes documentary and an insight into how a global phenomena film is put together. Those disappointed really should have paid more attention to the title and description. If it was the screen play, that would have been stated.
Anyway onto my review of the documentary. Wow, what an absolute joy, hearing from various different departments and how the departments work painstakingly together to create the utterly spell binding world our beloved author has created.
I didn't even know alot of those departments existed, let alone what they do - the vehicle department!!!!!! For an out and out Wizarding world/Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts fan, this was utter joy.
Dan Fogler was superb and cheeky and funny.
It was wonderful that unknown people who work within the industry got a small voice and you heard from everyday people who are involved, construction workers, plasterers, transport assistants, etc etc etc. Its extraordinary to realise that some of these talented people have been involved in this franchise for over 20 years and thats the span of their career todate. Its been going for 20yrs and this is the only job they've done. Love it.
Thank you Pottermore for an exciting insight and offering an alternative way to learn more behind the scene details.
Would strongly recommend to any fan who wants to know more.

Wonderful documentary for any Wizarding fan

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I admit, this was my first dip into this world. I only downloaded it after seeing the trailer in the cinema. I don’t watch TV, so it’s very existence completely bypassed me. (I do, in fact, live under a rock) Once I realised that there is a first part, I paused listening and bought the movie on iTunes. That was me hooked. I have watched it twice since and being familiar with the characters made this book a joy to listen to. Fabulously told by the winsome Jacob himself. This book really shows just how much incredible work and the immense detail goes into such a phenomenal production. If you, like me, have a life for what goes on behind the scenes, this book is for you.

Fantastic glance behind the scenes.

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