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Certificate: 12A Running time: 133 minutes  Directed by: David Yates. What’s it about: The second instalment in the Fantastic Beasts film series sees Albus Dumbledore enlist the help of Newt Scamander to help thwart dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald’s plans to subjugate all non-magical beings. The verdict: As a disclaimer, before I start this review, I feel that I should point out that I am a massive Potterhead. Thus I will primarily be reviewing this film as a fan. However I will try to consider the film from a non fan’s perspective as well. So with that being said, did I enjoy Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald? I can tell you that the answer is an resounding YES! Interestingly, just before I went into the cinema, I read some less than complimentary headlines about the film. With that in mind, and my massive expectations, I have to admit that my hopes weren’t overly high. But from the opening scene to the closing credits, I was utterly enthralled and engage...