This post is part of my movie-a-day challenge in which I will watch a film every day for 365 days. Today is Day 147! You can see all the posts for this challenge HERE. To see the original Movie-a-Day Challenge post, click HERE. Hey everyone!
Hey everyone,
Get ready for a blast from the early 2000s! For today’s movie, we’re diving into the world of the 2005 “Fantastic Four,” directed by the ever-so-slightly-underrated Tim Story.
Remember that awkward phase we all go through? Yeah, this movie has it too. It’s undeniably cheesy at times, the CGI holds up about as well as a wet tissue in a hurricane, and the plot’s, well, let’s just say it won’t win any Oscars for originality. But hold on, there’s more to this movie than meets the eye (or, you know, the giant, translucent Doom fingers)!
The story itself is a classic origin tale. A bunch of astronauts get zapped by cosmic rays, develop superpowers, and then have to learn to work together to not, you know, destroy the world. It’s predictable, sure, but there are some genuinely funny moments sprinkled throughout.
Chris Evans as the ever-smirking Johnny Storm? Perfection. He basically channels his future Captain America charm, but with a healthy dose of teenage arrogance that makes you want to shove him in a locker (in a friendly way, of course). Jessica Alba as Sue Storm? Let’s just say she absolutely rocks the whole invisible woman thing. Ioan Gruffudd as Reed Richards? Okay, this one’s a bit trickier. He’s got the scientific genius down pat, but there’s a certain…woodenness that sometimes makes you wonder if he’s secretly a robot Reed Richards built. And then there’s Michael Chiklis as The Thing. Dude. This man is a rock (literally). He brings so much heart and humor to the role that you forget you’re looking at a giant orange CGI creature.
The squad – they’re like a dysfunctional family that you can’t help but love. Watching their dynamics and how they handle their new ‘gifts’ felt like watching an old sitcom where the punchlines are predictable but still make you smile.
Speaking of CGI, yeah, it’s rough around the edges. But honestly, that’s kind of part of the charm. It’s like watching a live-action Saturday morning cartoon, which, let’s be real, is exactly what this movie is at its core. Plus, who can resist a good old-fashioned flamethrower duel? Johnny Storm scorching Doom’s metal face is pure, unadulterated fun.
Really, this movie is like a time capsule from 2005 — the fashion, the dialogues, the special effects that kind of remind me of early video games, but honestly, that’s where its charm lies. Sitting down in front of my TV, I felt a wave of nostalgia hit me, and I was here for it.
Look, this movie isn’t going to win any awards for groundbreaking cinema. But it is a whole lot of fun. It’s a perfect movie for a lazy night in with friends, popcorn in hand, ready to riff on the cheesiness and cheer on our favorite dysfunctional superhero family.
I actually loved this film. Yeah, you heard me. It was so much fun! There’s something incredibly entertaining about its unapologetic cheesiness and the sheer comic book vibe it radiates. It’s like eating your favorite junk food – not the finest cuisine but oh-so-satisfying.
So, is “Fantastic Four” a masterpiece? Not even close. But is it a fun, nostalgic romp with a killer cast and a healthy dose of cheese? Absolutely! So next time you’re in the mood for a superhero movie that won’t make you think too hard, give this one a shot. You might just surprise yourself .
Peace Out ✌️
Roger