With the Fantastic Four movie opening yesterday, there have been constant debate about the movie success. Social Media has been abound with comments and views on the movie plot, CGI, cast among other critical factors relating to the movie. Assessing the trailer of the movie, i strongly feel there are certain areas which may lead to the downfall of the film. Honestly, i am not here to bash the film, but come on, its obvious the film appeared 'DOOM' form the start.
The previous two Fantastic Four films had good special effects, but they weren't up to the standards of nowadays Marvel or DC CGI. This wasn't helped by the powers of the four actors, including of Jessica Alba who themselves were pretty underwhelming, and very rarely did you feel like you were watching anything “fantastic.” However, this time around, Fantastic Four seems like an awesome intriguing sci-fi movie, instead of a pathetic superhero movie. Nonetheless of the awestruck special effects, Fantastic Four seemed tremendously flawed. We will highlights some of the reason why Fantastic Four, though it looks great, possesses the potential to flop.
THERE WERE MAJOR PROBLEMS IN THE PRODUCTION
Although Josh Trank seemed perfectly suited for the director of Fantastic Four, there has been numerous reports about trouble between Trank and the studio. Anonymous insiders have made some damning allegations. Some even went to the furthest extent of calling the movie “a mess,” . Furthermore, there were rumors that 20th Century Fox considered throwing the entire film out and starting over. Gratefully, none of that happened, and we wait to see the result of the debut. Surprisingly, Trank even has stepped aside from the opportunity to direct a new Star Wars flick, possibly in response to the supposedly sordid situation with Fox. With X-MEN it’s pretty hard for the studio to push around established filmmakers such as Bryan Singer, Mathew Vaughn and James Mangold. I just dont believe Josh Trank simply has the clout as these established filmmakers. I wouldn’t have given such a property to Trank until he had more films under his belt. CHRONICLE was a good debut with exceptional visual effects but another two or three successful films then perhaps Fox could entrusted him with such a major adaptation . IT EMBRACES A MORE MODERN VERSION OF THE ORIGIN WHICH IS TREMENDOUSLY COMPLICATED The last time we saw the FF on the big screen, their origin story was a modified version that appeared in the 1961 first issue of the fantastic four comic book series. To cut it short for those who dont have a clue: the fantastic 4 team head to space, got blasted with cosmic radiation, and BAM develop super powers upon their return to earth. The reboot however, adapts the Ultimate Fantastic Four comic book’s origin from 2004. This is where the title characters attempt to explore a parallel universe via a dimensional teleportation machine. It’s an astute concept, diverting from the original story’s references of entering space, meanwhile providing fertile ground for future stories. One major mark against the new origin is that it’s will be a whole lot more challenging to explain. The old FF’ “went into space and came back weird” origin is so simple that it could be expended within five minutes of running time. The new, dimensional portal version might be a little more difficult to explain without adequate exposition.
DOCTOR DOOM IS A HACKER?
This is such a bitch move.. It’s hard to say in what exact manner FF’s arch-nemesis will be portrayed in this new movie. Online, the character is listed alternately as “Victor Domashev” or simply “Doom,” and he appears to be some kind of computer hacker or programmer or…something. Now, sure, it’s tough to make the movie Doc the power-hungry dictator of an Eastern European nation that he was in the comics. Yet there is a strange inkling telling us that this new Doom could easily disappoint.
THE HUMAN TORCH IS BLACK
Many persons will bring up the race card as an argument to justify or rationalize the selection of the Michael B. Jordan as the human torch. However, this seemed more of a political move rather than a conscientious selection for the role. Nothing is wrong with Michael B Jordan, but he just doesnt seem befitting for the role. This is similar to the move by Sony to cast a black actor as Spiderman or to cast Idris Elba to play the role of James Bond. It doesn't work that way. We embrace the diversifying of characters, but not in the manner of "hey we are not racist we support black actors".
THE ACTORS ARE EXTREMELY YOUNG
Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Jamie Bell, Toby Kebbel, Michael B. Jordan are all excellent actors. However, the selection process leaves much to desire. Unless I'm mistaken i am sure they were a lot older in the comic. We understand you want to give bright young actors the opportunity to make their name, but at whos expense? The fans? The crazy driven fanboys who want to see their childhood comic superheroes on the big screen? if they were mixture between more experience actors and a few younger actors: fine. We would actually appreciate that, but dont experiment on a inflated budget and the dreams of moviegoers whom anticipated for a successful and a natural adaptation for your own greedy agenda. Finally, in the end, no matter how good this new flick turns out to be, it only continues to sever the ties between 20th Century Fox’s Marvel properties and those being made by Marvel Studios. Sony and Marvel have agreed to bring Spider-Man into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, helping to unify one of Marvel’s most important characters with his four-color-comrades. But with this reboot, it seems unlikely Fox will strike a similar agreement, keeping Marvel’s First Family too far from their comic book descendants. The success of the film will determine the next step for Fox and if there will be anX-Men/ Fantastic Four. Honestly I think it is the worse idea to mix the two, consequently with the volatility of the FF franchise. The 2005 Fantastic Four was bad, not dismally bad, but bad. The Rise of the Silver Surfer was not too bad; it was actually nice. This new fantastic Four looks abysmal. Merging the two franchise will adversely affect the X-Men successful franchise. In the end , lets wait an see this weekend box office results which will be the determining factor to pave the way for the supposed auspicious crossover debut.
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Hey everyone, its been a while since I blogged. I want to talk to you about the American Sniper. The film has being receiving flurry of praise and good word of mouth. So far the film has grossed 248 million in North America alone; and a further 70 million overseas. The films is perhaps on its way to surpass the war drama film: Saving Private Ryan. There are many elements of the film to assess, especially areas where the controversies mostly surround. Countless persons have chastised the film about the portrayal of Kyle, its ambition to distort the truth, and subtle manner in which it glorifies war. In some instance I agree with these persons whom have admonished the film, but some of them I believe might be exaggerating. But It all depends on which perspective you gauge the film, because different people will have differed opinions. Once we can accept this and honor it, the world would be a better place. However, we all attempt to impose our beliefs and ideologies on others in one way or another. Anyways, I digress. What I am trying to say is the American Sniper holistically captures Kyle's struggles and how he has to learn to endeavor throughout his campaign is inspiring. You truly feel that if Kyle can overcome these issues he has to contend with, so can you. The movie is unabashedly intense, emotional and incessantly delivers on the edge suspense. The problem is the film in some manner does lionize the concept of war; the movie is extremely violent. There are moments when Kyle subtly disregards the life of the Iraqi civilians as he eliminates them. It illustrate a scant disdain for the lives of these person as a result of not being wrapped in the American flag. Moreover the vile how these lives are snuffed like they are dogs and exhibiting on the big screen is immensely frightening. Though I love movies, I am not apt on seeing children being killed in such grotesque manner. This among other things somewhat derailed my interest in the film that I had to halt the film for a moment while i gather my composure. Regaining my sense of normalcy subsequent the stark shock, I began to playing the film again. Obviously the film is not for the faint of heart. But the film sort of demonstrate the cruel reality that transpires in an actual war-zone.
Also, American Sniper like its main character, has serious credibility issues. When a film is marketed as "based on the TRUE STORY", then effort is made to fictionalizes the content and fabricate the dialogue in order to portray an actual military figure in a more admirable light, then the filmmakers have crossed from portrayal into propaganda. In his own life Kyle boast about things that were not true. For example his tussle with Jesse Ventura. Although there are many discrepancy, American Sniper is profound on its own battleground, especially for those who have paid homage to their country by serving. But the movie intentionally disregards humanity outside the American sphere; a expression of exceptional-ism and jingoism; promoting the use of force and imperialism on the lives of others. American Sniper is exceptional, but is dwarfed by the ruthless execution of the lives and values of others. Hey Everyone is if you like what you read or want to express your views please comment below. |
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