Being a comic book fan from the 90s, I noticed many dissimilarities from the classic origin story and this film. Which were fine, and more in tune with the times. It also made me feel like this was new and potentially exciting.
Unfortunately it never led anywhere. By the time they get their powers little of the film remains, and things after that feel rushed and lack credibility. Reed Richards' character acts particularly odd, specially for those used to the comics. Also, the villain's actions made very little sense to me, as well as his powers. Avoiding spoilers, at one point he is apparently stranded, and the next minute he is basically omnipotent.
Sue was the nicest character for me, and much smarter than the comic book version. Ben was alright, as was Johnny. Reed seemed off. Doom, despite being miles away from the comic, was pretty interesting.
There's very little action in this film, and the final battle is rushed and uninteresting. Dialogue towards the end felt cliché and lame. I sort of regret having paid the full ticket price for this.
Unfortunately it never led anywhere. By the time they get their powers little of the film remains, and things after that feel rushed and lack credibility. Reed Richards' character acts particularly odd, specially for those used to the comics. Also, the villain's actions made very little sense to me, as well as his powers. Avoiding spoilers, at one point he is apparently stranded, and the next minute he is basically omnipotent.
Sue was the nicest character for me, and much smarter than the comic book version. Ben was alright, as was Johnny. Reed seemed off. Doom, despite being miles away from the comic, was pretty interesting.
There's very little action in this film, and the final battle is rushed and uninteresting. Dialogue towards the end felt cliché and lame. I sort of regret having paid the full ticket price for this.
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