Anticipate Johnny and Sue Storm to experience some updates upon \”TheFantastic Four: FirstSteps\” making its way to cinemas.
Just under three months away from the film’s release, actors Joseph Quinn and Vanessa Kirby delved into how they refreshed their iconic roles for contemporary viewers. Quinn focused on uncovering what aspects of his character would resonate with today’s audiences.
\”I was discussing with [Marvel Studios head] Kevin [Feige] our past versions of him and how they reflect where we stand culturally,\” he said.
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On Thursday, he was labeled as a womanizer who didn\’t seem to care much about consequences, but is that still considered attractive nowadays? Probably not. In this portrayal, Johnny appears to be more considerate when it comes to others\’ emotions.
At the same time, when Kirby tackled portraying the Invisible Woman, his aim was to ensure she didn’t come across as much of a \”doorstep\” character compared to her depiction back in the 1960s.
If you performed the exact \’60s version of Sue today, people would see her as somewhat submissive,\” Kirby stated. \”Therefore, understanding how to convey the spirit of what she meant for every era—where gender dynamics varied—and bringing that to life now has been one of the biggest pleasures of this project.
\”The Fantastic Four: Initial Journey\” marks the inaugural attempt to bring Marvel’s iconic team into the MCU. Set in a nostalgic yet futuristic version of the 1960s on an alternate Earth from where most of Marvel’s movies unfold, Director Matt Shakman—who previously worked on theDisney+ show “WandaVision”—notedthat this movie hasa distinctly independent feel comparedtoother entriesintheMCU.
The filmmaker has previously stated, \’We possess our own universe, and this notion is both marvelous and freeing,\’
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There aren\’t any other superheroes. You won’t find any hidden references or appearances of characters like Iron Man either. In this universe, they stand alone. While I adore the connected Marvel multiverse, we have the exciting opportunity to explore something entirely fresh and distinct.
He went on: \”This largely embodies the essence of the Space Race. It’s all about JFK and positivity. Imagine these four individuals venturing into space rather than Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The concept here is that they become the most renowned figures in America due to their roles as adventurers, explorers, and astronauts—not because they possess superhuman abilities. Upon returning, they achieve superhero status, but fundamentally, they remain astronauts and part of a family.\”
\”The Fantastic Four: Initial Journey\” arrives in theaters on July 25.
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