Marvel’s Fantastic Four: A Bold New Era or Just Political Spin?
In their latest venture, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is taking another gamble with “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” the 37th installment of the series, which could be its most ideologically charged yet. Director Matt Shakman, along with actors Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, are striving for a blend of retro-futurism in their interpretation of Marvel’s First Family. However, the polished visuals belie significant changes in character relationships and narrative emphasis.