Easily charming and captivatingly enigmatic, Jude Law’s portrayal of Albus Dumbledore is among the greatest elements of the Fantastic Beasts series. The extremely powerful Hogwarts professor was responsible for some of the franchise’s best quotes, with Albus tasking Newt and his friends with stopping Gellert Grindelwald’s war against the Muggle population.
These enchanting lines provided some of the Wizarding World’s most captivating scenes, as Jude Law’s Dumbledore leads the charge against his former lover. Dumbledore’s statements within the Fantastic Beasts the films perfectly capture the character’s strong knowledge and power, with Albus delivering many words of wisdom to his closest allies.
“Newt isn’t a great follower of orders…”
Grindelwald’s crimes
As Newt Scamander’s former teacher, Albus has a particularly high opinion of the magizoologist’s magical capabilities. Dumbledore shows his affection for his former student by meeting with Torquil Travers from the Ministry of Magic, who expresses his concern regarding the rumor that Newt is going to Paris.
Albus happily expresses his joy that Newt has broken his travel ban, while informing Travers of the magizoologist’s reluctance to follow orders. Hogwarts professor shows great admiration for Newt’s rebellious behaviorafter Dumbledore requested his help in Paris, and also mentions what a “pleasure” it was to teach, demonstrating his deep respect for his former student.
The Wizarding World franchise often shows how much respect others have for Dumbledore, but it generally doesn’t paint as clear a picture of how much respect Dumbledore has for others. He admires people like Newt and Jacob in Fantastic Beasts films because they are willing to put aside their own feelings to do what they believe is right.
“His policies of repression and violence are pushing supporters into his arms.”
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Although Dumbledore admits to being influenced by his own heart, he also often appears to be one of the most rational people in the world. Fantastic Beasts films. When everyone around him shouts orders or tries to force him to act, Dumbledore doesn’t move.
Such is the case when a group of Ministry employees invade Dumbledore’s Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom at Hogwarts. They seem intent on forcing him to fight Grindelwald without letting him explain beyond “I can’t.” To be fair, Dumbledore doesn’t make much effort to explain his motive, but he does try to warn the Aurors who visit him about the hard line they’ve taken against Grindelwald and his followers.
Dumbledore recognizes that the Ministry’s tactics are driving people apart, that the world is becoming even more divided. The Aurors, however, don’t listen to him, and this only causes them more pain in the end.
“Everyone fears something.”
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In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanRemus Lupine teaches his students how to fight a boggart, a magical creature that transforms into their worst fear. The Crimes of Grindelwald gives an indication of where Remus Lupine may have gotten this particular inspiration for teaching – from Albus Dumbledore himself.
Dumbledore teaches, lined up to face the boggart, just as Remus Lupine did. While it’s funny to see that Newt Scamander’s worst fear is working in an office, it’s Leta Lestrange’s reaction that catches Dumbledore’s attention. She hesitates before approaching the bogeyman because her biggest fear is her own guilt for her brother’s death; she fears that what others say about her is true.
When Dumbledore notices her apprehension, he offers this phrase to comfort her. He knows that everyone has something that scares them, no matter how powerful the wizards are or how dark their past, fear is something that unites his classmates. It may not be a comfort to Leta right now, but it’s true.
“That is correct. Three points for Hufflepuff.”
Dumbledore’s secrets
In the third Fantastic Beasts film, there are a surprisingly large number of visits to Hogwarts and its surrounding village, Hogsmeade. This means that Dumbledore spends a lot of time disguised as a teacher, not just as a strategist trying to save the world from Gellert’s own ambitions.
This means that when, in the middle of the Hogwarts cafeteria, Albus Dumbledore shows his allies a magical illustration and Newt is the one who recognizes it first, he can’t help but say this phrase. Although Newt calls him Albus and the two share a friendship that goes beyond Hogwarts, it’s clear there will always be a student-teacher relationship of sorts between them. Newt can’t help but try to get the answers right for his favorite teacher and Dumbledore can’t help but remind him how good a student he can be.
“Aberforth drew his wand, what a fool I was. I drew my wand, which was even more foolish.”
Dumbledore’s secrets
It’s not until the third Fantastic Beasts movie Album Dumbledore tells Newt Scamander about his younger sister and the full story of how she died. Only shortly before does Dumbledore reveal that he has a brother.
As Dumbledore tells what happened to his sister, he reveals that he planned to run away with Grindelwald so they could be together, and he and Aberforth fought over it. Instead of leaving the fight up to words, the two drew their wands and the magic got out of control.
Dumbledore’s words don’t just mention his fight with Aberforth. The idea of drawing wands at each other, of escalating a fight, always seems silly to him in the franchise. He tries to find ways to end conflicts without bloodshed, even in Harry Potter’s time. Dumbledore tries to use strategy and his words to stop people because he sees that the explosive use of magic and anger can lead to violence.
“The fact that everything didn’t go according to plan was the plan.”
Dumbledore’s secrets
Albus Dumbledore is one of the Wizarding World’s greatest strategists, with the all-powerful wizard proving himself an expert at manipulating events to defeat the magical community’s greatest enemies. Dumbledore’s secrets involves sending Jacob and his friends to Germany to warn the German Ministry of Magic about Grindelwald, who delivered some of the best quotes in the franchise. However, their plan goes awry when Gellert is acquitted of his crimes, and Albus’ reaction to this news is somewhat surprising.
The Hogwarts professor seems unconcerned about this outcome as he reassures his friends that the failure of his scheme was “the plan.” His words echo Albus’ cunning nature, suggesting that Dumbledore planned for his excursion to Germany to go wrong. Albus’s opinion of their failure serves as a clear demonstration of his strategic mindset.
“If we are to defeat you, you will have to trust me.”
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Dumbledore has demonstrated excellent leadership qualities throughout the franchise. The wise wizard shows a steely determination to lead his allies into battle against some of the universe’s most evil sorcerers across two different generations. THE Fantastic Beasts films see him stand firmly against Grindelwald, and Dumbledore’s Secrets shows Albus giving a strong statement to Theseus, while asking Newt’s brother to “trust” him.
This courageous statement from Dumbledore shows his fierce perseverance in the face of danger, as he is prepared to act against his former lover despite his feelings for Grindelwald. Albus knows that his ex-boyfriend must be stopped, with Gellert having demonstrated a sadistic attitude towards the Muggle population, and asks his friends to put their trust in him, “even when every instinct tells him not to”. He knows that his inability to fight Grindelwald does not inspire confidence in Theseus, but he still pleads his case.
“Regret is my constant companion.”
Grindelwald’s crimes
Albus lived a particularly traumatic life, with the death of his sister Ariana, in particular, causing the Hogwarts professor considerable grief. Albus made many mistakes during his life. His private mistakes, however, make him a prime candidate to advise Leta Lestrange – who comes from one of the most powerful families in the country. Harry Potter – upon learning of his negligent behavior towards his younger brother, Corvus, as a child.
Dumbledore offers wise words of wisdom to Leta, advising that she should not allow her regret to become her “constant companion.” He understands her pain because a duel between him, Grindelwald, and Aberforth ended in the death of his own sister.. Albus also states that the confession is “a relief”, highlighting the importance of revealing the truth, however difficult it may be, to the distraught Leta Lestrange.
“Your honesty is a gift, even if sometimes painful.”
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Albus has shown himself to be a good judge of character, having befriended some of the universe’s noblest wizards throughout his life. One of his greatest friends is Newt Scamander, although Newt was introduced to him as a student at Hogwarts. The pair have an especially enlightening conversation in Dumbledore’s Secrets, as they discuss the tragic incident that led to Ariana’s death.
This dialogue from Albus aptly suggests why he likes Newt so much, as his friend tries to comfort him during their discussion of Ariana’s untimely passing. The Hogwarts professor expresses his appreciation for Newt’s “honesty”, despite acknowledging that his openness can sometimes be “painful”, recognizing the enormous value Dumbledore places on sincerity. Newt is not someone who will always tell Dumbledore what he wants to hear, and Dumbledore understands the need for this.
“You simply ask, ‘Is a thing right in itself?’ If it is, you do it, no matter the cost.”
Grindelwald’s crimes
Newt Scamander changed considerably during the Fantastic Beasts saga, with the magizoologist emerging as one of the Wizarding World’s greatest protectors. Dumbledore is especially proud of his former student, as he reveals to Newt why he “admires” him during a meeting on a London rooftop.
The more cynical Wizarding World fan will see this line as Albus Dumbledore hoping to manipulate Newt into doing what he wants. While that may very well be the case, it’s also true about who Dumbledore is. He sees most things in black and white when it comes to morality, believing that someone has to act when faced with something that is morally wrong.
This particular line is said by Dumbledore to Newt when he is trying to convince him to look for Credence in Paris in the second Fantastic Beasts film. Newt appears to be completely surprised to learn that his former teacher admires him, but it doesn’t take long for him to also realize that Dumbledore is fawning over him. Both things, however, can be true.
“Things that seem unimaginable today…”
Dumbledore’s secrets
The Wizarding World’s battle against Grindelwald becomes one of the greatest fights in the universe during the Fantastic Beasts films, with Dumbledore and his handful of loyal allies leading the charge against the diabolical dictator. Dumbledore’s secrets sees the stakes rise ever higher as Albus reminds his friends why they must stop his former lover from leading his war against Muggles.
Dumbledore’s words emphasize the urgency behind this seemingly unstoppable threat. His remarks effectively express how precarious circumstances will worsen if they do not put an end to Grindelwald’s ambitions.and he goes on to explain that these things may become “inevitable” as Gellert and his faithful followers work toward their goal of ruling the Muggle population.
With Dumbledore’s perceptive nature here and his ability to see the bigger picture, it’s no wonder that 50 years later, the Order of the Phoenix looks to him for guidance in their quest to overthrow Voldemort. He is able to look beyond the immediate battle to understand the long-term implications of what is happening.
“You have something most men…without.”
Dumbledore’s secrets
Jacob Kowalski is one of Fantastic Beasts’ more heroic individuals, who many believe should have been wizards. The Muggle baker isn’t afraid to take on the Wizarding World’s most despicable villains as he helps Dumbledore and Newt defeat Grindelwald. Albus is a great admirer of Jacob’s bravery in the face of danger, with the Hogwarts professor praising the baker in Dumbledore’s secrets.
The Transfiguration teacher reveals his affection for Jacob, describing his friend as being “pure of heart”. Albus is impressed by Jacob’s loyalty and devotion to his wizard friends, with the baker willing to put his life on the line against some extremely powerful enemies. His selfless and noble acts do not go unnoticed by Dumbledore, who describes Jacob as possessing “something most men go their entire lives without.”
“In your position, I would probably refuse too.”
Grindelwald’s crimes
One of Dumbledore’s least desirable traits in the Wizarding World is his willingness to put others in danger to achieve his own goals. It’s something mentioned several times on Fantastic Beasts films when others realize he is still safe at Hogwarts while his allies are out in the world.
This rather controversial aspect of his character is present throughout Grindelwald’s crimes and is most noticeable during Albus’ attempt to recruit Newt against Grindelwald during the meeting in London.
This quote from Dumbledore represents his self-awareness regarding this character flaw, as he admits how he would likely turn down the mission to track down Grindelwald “in your place.” Albus recognizes that he “cannot act against Grindelwald”, clearly showing his cunning personality by using Newt as a means of bypassing the blood pact, which prevents him from fighting his former lover.
“Funny how historic days seem so common when you live them.”
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Sometimes Albus Dumbledore’s best lines aren’t surprising, but just his own reflections on the world around him. While he and his allies spend so much time trying to stop Grindelwald from coming to power, Albus knows that what they are doing is historic. He knows that if they succeed, it will change the course of the future of the Wizarding World, as well as the non-magical world.
Of course, As he looks around him, everyone else is simply living their lives and going about their day, not realizing the significance of Newt hiding a prophetic magical creature on his case.or a No-Maj carrying a coreless wand being allowed to walk the halls of Hogwarts, or the number of other people putting their lives on the line to ensure their world can keep moving forward. For everyone around them, historic days are perfectly ordinary days, and that is certainly something that anyone living in times of great change can understand.
“We were young, we were going to transform the world…”
Dumbledore’s secrets
Dumbledore and Grindelwald’s passionate relationship is one of the Wizarding World’s most iconic romances, despite being completely absent from the original. Harry Potter novels. In the films, however, the pair shared an especially close bond. in his youth. When others comment that they were as close as brothers, Dumbledore makes sure to correct them by saying that they were “closer”, and he readily admits that their love made him reckless in his youth. Dumbledore’s secrets deepens their partnership as Albus explains to his friends the reasons behind the creation of the blood pact.
Dumbledore’s words reflect his deep regret for the immoral plans he made with Grindelwald, as the pair planned to establish a wizarding hierarchy over the Muggle population. Furthermore, the line superbly demonstrates the personal risks involved in fighting Gellert, with their ill-conceived blood pact preventing the pair from coming to blows at first. Fantastic Beasts films.
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In 1926, British magizoologist Newt Scamander travels to New York City on his field research into magical creatures. Here, he finds himself involved in some trouble involving a No-Maj, the local wizarding police, and the Dark Wizard Grindelwald.
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David Yates
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November 18, 2016
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133 minutes
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In the third and final chapter of the Fantastic Beasts trilogy, Grindelwald’s threat grows ever greater. To defeat him, Albus Dumbledore recruits Newt Scamander, along with other talented wizards and witches, to fight Grindelwald and his acolytes before his plans to destroy the non-magical world come to fruition.
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David Yates
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April 8, 2022
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142 minutes