Solid but not-quite-fantastic ‘Beasts’ sequel ‘The Crimes of Grindelwald’ puts story-building ahead of characters (Movie review)

J.K. Rowling’s first movie script, 2016’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” leans heavily on the introduction of lovable characters – and more than its fair share of creatures, of course. It includes a side plot about a troubled boy, Credence (Ezra Miller), but that’s the most forgettable part; it’s there because the film