Why the FANTASTIC BEASTS Franchise failed - JK Rowling, Bad Writing, and a Cursed Cast.

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7 ай бұрын

Dive into the intricate world of the Fantastic Beasts franchise with our in-depth video essay. We explore the series' tumultuous journey, comparing it to the beloved Harry Potter saga, and dissect the factors leading to its critical reception. From the controversies surrounding its cast and crew to the writing challenges it faced, we uncover the reasons behind the franchise's struggle to enchant its audience. Join us as we analyze the behind-the-scenes magic and mayhem that shaped the fate of Fantastic Beasts.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:59 - Post Harry Potter
2:05 - Who was the Main Character?
5:00 - Themes and Maturity
6:25 - The Writing Problem
9:39 - The Destruction of Reputations

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@arkansaninva 7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you posted this! I've always struggled to articulate why I disliked these movies so much, and you hit the nail on the head with how Newt could have been anyone and it wasn't really his story. Thanks for the marvelous video!

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

I’m so glad it resonated with you! Making the story less about Newt was where it all came tumbling down I think.

@arkansaninva 7 ай бұрын

@@BrettsThoughts I agree! I would've loved a series where he travels around the magical world and learns about all the magical creatures! I wasn't expecting/didn't need the Dumbledore/Grindelwald plot

@Truthseeker6859 7 ай бұрын

I'm glad fellow clever people exist who despised this rubbish series.

@animefan2454 6 ай бұрын

Newt felt like a background character in his own franchise

@MavenWalsh Ай бұрын

People really didn't bother to do their homework. We were told how the prequels were ALWAYS going to be about the Dumbledore vs Grindelwald saga. They said that in a few interviews after FB succeeded in the theaters. The problem was WB chose money over competent storytelling. They wanted the films to reach a more "family oriented" audience, which meant more cutesy wittle creatures even though they had no place in the stories. WB also insisted on signing the actors from the first FB film into multiple movie deals even though they, like the creatures, no longer had a place in the stories moving forward.

@amethyststuart 7 ай бұрын

It’s giving 🖤🐍Reputation🐍🖤

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

I was getting 1989 but sure

@PheonixStarsx 7 ай бұрын

Newt scamander will be mine and no one can take him away from me ! Newt forever !

@TheSmartAngle 7 ай бұрын

Personally I really loved the fantastic beasts series.. i dont know why it got so much hate

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

I'm glad you loved it. I really struggled to connect to it.

@TheSmartAngle 7 ай бұрын

Makes sense with the points u outlined.. never noticed these

@TheSmartAngle 7 ай бұрын

@@BrettsThoughtsI never noticed u got such low views.. i am actually asleep at the time u upload. Today i saw it a bit early Cant lie.. i was a bit surprised by such low views.. u deserve a lot more Cant wait to see you get the success u deserve We are in this together PS: when will create new shorts and something like the triwizard tournament again? Really love those

@kevincobble934 Ай бұрын

It’s awesome, I don’t understand why people hate it either. Newt fits perfectly into the story. Grindelwald appeared in the first one, so it’s only natural that Dumbledore would appear in the next. Plus, the writers all said after the first one that this would connect to the Dumbledore vs. Grindelwald conflict.

@TheSmartAngle Ай бұрын

@@kevincobble934 Yep samee

@kevincobble934 Ай бұрын

The series didn’t fail. Some people just can’t understand complex plots. I had no issue following them. Plus, David Yates confirmed that’s he’s “sure [they’ll] be back” and that the series “is parked.” You can start a parked car. The series is great!

@Fifi-S4mm13 7 ай бұрын

I love Fantastic Beasts, don’t get why everyone hates it, can’t wait to watch this video!

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

I've tried to be objective. Personally I couldn't really connect to the plot or the characters very much.

@Fifi-S4mm13 7 ай бұрын

@@BrettsThoughts Fair enough, I think it was a great video though, and you’re one of my favourite KZfaqrs, I can’t believe you actually replied to my comment!

@Truthseeker6859 7 ай бұрын

Boring, incoherent, frequently disrespected canon (showing cynical intentions), weak, stereotypical characters, poorly written, lacking in magic and what made HP memorable, etc...

@lizzaangelis3308 7 ай бұрын

I think it has a lot going for it, but it didn’t have a great driving plot and what they have seems like it has no destination to me.

@Sunsine2 7 ай бұрын

I mean i personally enjoyed watching the fantastic beasts so :]

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

That's great! I wish I had

@TheSoapontheWii360 7 ай бұрын

Honestly, getting rid of Johnny Depp was the thing that made me the most disappointed

@NoneofyourBusiness-iv6pi 7 ай бұрын

Should have kept Colin as the bad guy....Depp's acting style and the extreme look they went with just did not work. I like Depp, but not everything he touches is golden

@Bertiiiiii 7 ай бұрын

Just leaving a support comment 🧡✨

@BrettsThoughts 7 ай бұрын

I appreciate it! x

@ryanmay1298 7 ай бұрын

These movies marked the downfall of the magic of Harry Potter. Now look at all the mainstream normies flocking to Harry Potter and over-consuming needless merch that never needed to be available to anyone at all. These new fans and social justice warriors have turned what was once a mythical fandom into an almost fast food commodity. These movies were okay at best, there was nothing "Harry Pottery" about them, beside the fact they were in a world of magical creatures and used wands.

@souplife1 5 ай бұрын

social justice warriors like Harry Potter? I think you're confused friend, and in the wrong decade.

@ryanmay1298 5 ай бұрын

who asked@@souplife1

@souplife1 5 ай бұрын

@@ryanmay1298 you don't have to reply lmao, you could have ignored me. You know SJW hasn't been used by anyone over the age of 50 in like, a decade right? Lame ass boomer.