Fantastic Four First steps 3D Movie Review
Fantastic Four First Steps
3D Movie Review
By Adolph Vega
3D
Fantastic Four First Steps is one of the best uses of 3D Marvel has delivered in years. Wow this movie dazzles in 3D. The third dimension doesn’t just exist here; it elevates the whole visual experience.
There’s a real sense of scale, especially when Galactus shows up. The sheer immensity is jaw-dropping, and you feel it — not just see it. The space scenes are especially phenomenal, particularly inside the wormhole, where the visual 3-D layering and movement pull you deep into the action.
For the most part, it’s a depth-heavy experience, which works wonderfully with the framing and cinematography. There are some nice pop-out moments — Silver Surfer slicing through the air, and Human Torch blazing past — but honestly, I wish there were more.
Minor ghosting is there (2-3 seconds) if you’re really looking, but nothing too distracting. One odd choice: there are moments where the 3D just shuts off, like for an in-movie screen. I get it, but still, a little jarring.
Overall, the perspective shots, epic scale, and smart framing all get a serious boost from the 3D treatment. This feels like Marvel finally remembered what 3D can do. Fantastic Four First Steps is absolutely worth watching in 3D.
Final 3D Score: 9/10
Movie
From the very beginning, this movie gets it. The tone, the vibe, the world — it just works. The neoretro 60s aesthetic is superb — it looks like what the 1960s thought the future would look like, and I adore that. It’s bold, playful, and distinct.
The robot companion? Loved it. The robot is totally weird and fun, with a real personality. And I loved how the tech in the movie is this wild combo of outdated analog and hyper-advanced — quirky and very Kirby-esque. I really wish Stan Lee were alive to see this. It absolutely captures the spirit of his and Jack Kirby’s original vision. The world presented in this movie feels lived-in, in a way most comic book movies skip over.
The cast chemistry is spot-on, and yes, I loved Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards. If anything, I loved him too much — Reed is supposed to be a bit of a jerk, and Pascal’s warmth sort of softens that edge. But man, he owns the role. His intelligence shines, and this is the first time we really see what makes Reed “Mr. Fantastic.” The dialogue between the characters feeds natural and sharp. Human Torch stood out to me with his cleverness, not just the flash. Silver Surfer is reintroduced with just the right balance of mystery and power. Overall the entire cast nails the roles and they work perfectly together.
The plot is straightforward — stop Galactus — and it moves with purpose, though there are definitely pacing hiccups. Some scenes lag. The “romance” subplot for one of the characters is sweet but is undercooked. And there’s one twist late in the final act that honestly didn’t entirely land for me. And the secretary character? What was going on there? Completely unexplained, felt like a loose thread. This is an abridged origin story and it’s handled really well. It’s a standalone movie, no homework required. Just jump in, and enjoy the ride.
Overall the CGI is stellar in the space scenes, but in other moments it is lacking. Yeah, that baby was definitely CG at times — kind of took me out of it. Mr. Fantastic stretching still looks off (not as bad as the previous films). The fire on the human torch looks excellent. The look of The Thing is comic accurate and is absolutely perfect and is well animated. The overall aesthetic works well with the CGI.
But despite its flaws, Fantastic Four First Steps is so much fun. It feels like a classic Marvel comic brought to life — full-on sci-fi, cosmic adventure. The monologues hit, the action dazzles, and there’s a sincere heart at the core of it all. At last, a Fantastic Four movie that’s actually… fantastic.
Final Movie Score: 8/10
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