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Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Movie Review: The villains steal the show in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps'
More than six decades after Jack Kirby and Stan Lee created a superhero team to rival the Justice League, the Fantastic Four finally get a worthy big-screen adaption in a spiffy '60s-era romp, bathed in retrofuturism and bygone American optimism. Though the Fantastic Four go to the very origins of Marvel Comics, their movie forays have been marked by missteps and disappointments. The first try was a Roger Corman-produced, low-budget 1994 film that was never even released. But, after some failed reboots and a little rights maneuvering, Matt Shakman's 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' is the first Fantastic Four movie released by Marvel Studios. And a sense of returning to Marvel roots permeates this one, an endearingly earnest superhero drama about family and heroism, filled with modernist 'Jetsons' designs that hark back to a time when the future held only promise. 'First Steps,' with a title that nods to Neil Armstrong, quickly reminds that before the Fantastic Four were superheroes, they were astronauts. Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm (a soulful Ebon Moss-Bachrach) flew into space but return altered by cosmic rays. 'We came back with anomalies,' explains Reed, sounding like me after a family road trip. They are now, respectively, the bendy Mister Fantastic, the fast-disappearing Invisible Woman, the fiery Human Torch and the Thing, a craggy CGI boulder of a man. In the glimpses of them as astronauts, the images are styled after NASA footage of Apollo 11, like those seen in the great documentaries 'For All Mankind' and 'Apollo 11.' But part of the fun of the Fantastic Four has always been that while the foursome might have the right stuff, they also bicker and joke and argue like any other family. The chemistry here never feels intimate enough in 'First Steps' to quite capture that interplay, but the cast is good, particularly Kirby. In the first moments of 'First Steps,' Sue sets down a positive pregnancy test before a surprised Reed. That night at dinner — Moss-Bachrach, now an uncle rather than a cousin, is again at work in the kitchen — Ben and Johnny immediately guess what's up. The rest of the world is also eager to find out what, if any, powers the baby will have. We aren't quite in our world, but a very similar parallel one called Earth-828. New York looks about the same, and world leaders gather in a version of the United Nations named the Future Foundation. The Thing wears a Brooklyn Dodgers cap. Someone sounding a lot like Walter Cronkite reads the news. And there's a lot to read when the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner) suddenly hovers over the city, announcing: 'I herald your end. I herald Galactus.' The TV blares, as it could on so many days: 'Earth in Peril. Developing Story.' Yes, the Earth (or some Earth) might be in danger, but did you get a look at that Silver Surfer? That's Johnny Storm's response, and perhaps ours, too. She's all chrome, like a smelted Chrysler Building, with slicked-back hair and melancholy eyes. He's immediately taken by her, but she shoots off into space. In a rousing, NASA-like launch (the original Kirby and Lee comic came eight years before the moon landing), the Fantastic Four blast off into the unknown to meet this Galactus. But if the Silver Surfer made an impression, Galactus (voiced by Ralph Ineson) does even more so. Fantastic Four movies have always before gone straight for Doctor Doom as a villain, but his entrance, this time, is being held up for 'Avengers: Doomsday.' Still, Galactus, a planet-eating tyrant, is no slouch. A mechanical colossus and evident fan of Fritz Lang's 'Metropolis,' he sits on an enormous throne in space. Sensing enormous power in Sue's unborn child, he offers to spare Earth for the baby. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. What follows casts motherhood — its empowerments and sacrifices — onto a cosmic plane. There's a nifty chase sequence in space that plays out during contractions. The two 'Incredibles' movies covered some similar ground, in both retro design and stretchy parent and superhuman baby, with notably more zip and comic verve than 'The Fantastic Four.' That's part of the trouble of not getting a proper movie for so long: Better films have already come along inspired by the '60s comic. But as good as Vanessa Kirby is in 'First Steps,' the movie is never better than when the Silver Surfer or Galactus are around. Shakman, a former child actor who's directed mostly in television (most relevantly, 'WandaVision' ), proves especially adept at capturing the enormous scale of Galactus. 'First Steps' may be, at heart, a kaiju movie. What it certainly is, though, is a very solid comic book movie. It's a little surface over substance, and the time capsule feeling is pervasive. This is an earnest-enough superhero movie where even the angry mob protesting the superheroes turns quiet and pensive. I was more likely to be moved by a really handsome chalkboard than I was by its vision of motherhood. But, especially for a superhero team that's never before quite taken flight on screen, 'First Steps' is a sturdy beginning, with impeccable production design by Kasra Farahani and a rousing score by Michael Giacchino. Even if the unifying space-age spirit of Kirby and Lee's comic feels very long ago, indeed. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' a Walt Disney Co. release, is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association for action/violence and some language. Running time: 115 minutes. Three stars out of four.
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Movie Review: The villains steal the show in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps'
More than six decades after Jack Kirby and Stan Lee created a superhero team to rival the Justice League, the Fantastic Four finally get a worthy big-screen adaption in a spiffy '60s-era romp, bathed in retrofuturism and bygone American optimism. Though the Fantastic Four go to the very origins of Marvel Comics, their movie forays have been marked by missteps and disappointments. The first try was a Roger Corman-produced, low-budget 1994 film that was never even released. But, after some failed reboots and a little rights maneuvering, Matt Shakman's 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' is the first Fantastic Four movie released by Marvel Studios. And a sense of returning to Marvel roots permeates this one, an endearingly earnest superhero drama about family and heroism, filled with modernist 'Jetsons' designs that hark back to a time when the future held only promise. 'First Steps,' with a title that nods to Neil Armstrong, quickly reminds that before the Fantastic Four were superheroes, they were astronauts. Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm (a soulful Ebon Moss-Bachrach) flew into space but return altered by cosmic rays. 'We came back with anomalies,' explains Reed, sounding like me after a family road trip. They are now, respectively, the bendy Mister Fantastic, the fast-disappearing Invisible Woman, the fiery Human Torch and the Thing, a craggy CGI boulder of a man. In the glimpses of them as astronauts, the images are styled after NASA footage of Apollo 11, like those seen in the great documentaries 'For All Mankind' and 'Apollo 11.' But part of the fun of the Fantastic Four has always been that while the foursome might have the right stuff, they also bicker and joke and argue like any other family. The chemistry here never feels intimate enough in 'First Steps' to quite capture that interplay, but the cast is good, particularly Kirby. In the first moments of 'First Steps,' Sue sets down a positive pregnancy test before a surprised Reed. That night at dinner — Moss-Bachrach, now an uncle rather than a cousin, is again at work in the kitchen — Ben and Johnny immediately guess what's up. The rest of the world is also eager to find out what, if any, powers the baby will have. We aren't quite in our world, but a very similar parallel one called Earth-828. New York looks about the same, and world leaders gather in a version of the United Nations named the Future Foundation. The Thing wears a Brooklyn Dodgers cap. Someone sounding a lot like Walter Cronkite reads the news. And there's a lot to read when the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner) suddenly hovers over the city, announcing: 'I herald your end. I herald Galactus.' The TV blares, as it could on so many days: 'Earth in Peril. Developing Story.' Yes, the Earth (or some Earth) might be in danger, but did you get a look at that Silver Surfer? That's Johnny Storm's response, and perhaps ours, too. She's all chrome, like a smelted Chrysler Building, with slicked-back hair and melancholy eyes. He's immediately taken by her, but she shoots off into space. In a rousing, NASA-like launch (the original Kirby and Lee comic came eight years before the moon landing), the Fantastic Four blast off into the unknown to meet this Galactus. But if the Silver Surfer made an impression, Galactus (voiced by Ralph Ineson) does even more so. Fantastic Four movies have always before gone straight for Doctor Doom as a villain, but his entrance, this time, is being held up for 'Avengers: Doomsday.' Still, Galactus, a planet-eating tyrant, is no slouch. A mechanical colossus and evident fan of Fritz Lang's 'Metropolis,' he sits on an enormous throne in space. Sensing enormous power in Sue's unborn child, he offers to spare Earth for the baby. What follows casts motherhood — its empowerments and sacrifices — onto a cosmic plane. There's a nifty chase sequence in space that plays out during contractions. The two 'Incredibles' movies covered some similar ground, in both retro design and stretchy parent and superhuman baby, with notably more zip and comic verve than 'The Fantastic Four.' That's part of the trouble of not getting a proper movie for so long: Better films have already come along inspired by the '60s comic. But as good as Vanessa Kirby is in 'First Steps,' the movie is never better than when the Silver Surfer or Galactus are around. Shakman, a former child actor who's directed mostly in television (most relevantly, 'WandaVision' ), proves especially adept at capturing the enormous scale of Galactus. 'First Steps' may be, at heart, a kaiju movie. What it certainly is, though, is a very solid comic book movie. It's a little surface over substance, and the time capsule feeling is pervasive. This is an earnest-enough superhero movie where even the angry mob protesting the superheroes turns quiet and pensive. I was more likely to be moved by a really handsome chalkboard than I was by its vision of motherhood. But, especially for a superhero team that's never before quite taken flight on screen, 'First Steps' is a sturdy beginning, with impeccable production design by Kasra Farahani and a rousing score by Michael Giacchino. Even if the unifying space-age spirit of Kirby and Lee's comic feels very long ago, indeed. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' a Walt Disney Co. release, is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association for action/violence and some language. Running time: 115 minutes. Three stars out of four.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
EV charging meets retro-futuristic dining: Elon Musk launches Tesla Diner in Hollywood
Elon Musk has turned a sci-fi dream into reality with the grand opening of Tesla's first retro-futuristic diner in Hollywood, California. Nestled on Santa Monica Boulevard along the iconic Route 66, the all-new Tesla Diner blends classic Americana with futuristic tech offering a unique experience where you can charge your EV, grab a bite, shop for exclusive merch, and catch a movie, all under one roof. More than just a supercharging station, the Tesla Diner is a full-fledged 24/7 American-style eatery with a nostalgic twist. Featuring 32 fast-charging stations, balcony dining, and two massive 45-foot LED mega-screens, the two-story venue reimagines the classic drive-in for the modern age. Tesla diner just opened in LA — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 22, 2025 The upper-level Skypad offers panoramic views of Hollywood and movie screenings you can enjoy either from your table or directly from your Tesla's cabin using the Tesla Diner app. Guests can place food orders through their car's touchscreen or dine inside for the full retro-futuristic vibe. The menu draws inspiration from American diner staples like juicy burgers, crispy fries and all are priced affordably between $4 and $15. Tesla has also launched an exclusive themed merchandise at the location, including: Elon Musk first teased the concept back in 2018, describing it as 'an old-school drive-in with roller skates, rock music, and a Supercharger.' Years later, his 'Grease meets The Jetsons' vision has taken shape, and the result is one of the coolest new hangouts in LA. Musk recently visited the site himself, posting on X, 'I just had dinner at the retro-futuristic Tesla Diner and Supercharger. Team did great work making it one of the coolest spots in LA!' Musk isn't stopping at just one. Sharing a video of the diner, he hinted at global expansion: 'If our retro-futuristic diner turns out well, which I think it will, Tesla will establish these in major cities around the world, as well as at Supercharger sites on long-distance routes. An island of good food, good vibes & entertainment — all while Supercharging!' Construction for the Hollywood diner began in September 2023, and it's already become a buzzing attraction for Tesla owners, tourists, and food lovers alike.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Burgers in cybertruck boxes, popcorn by optimus robot: Tesla's wild new LA diner is Elon Musk's next viral obsession
Elon Musk's Tesla has opened its first-ever retro-futuristic diner and drive‑in theatre in Hollywood, combining food, entertainment, and electric-vehicle charging. The venue sits on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles and includes 32 fast‑charging stations, balcony seating, and two massive 45‑foot LED movie screens. Below are key features of this pioneering concept: Charging meets cinema and dining The Tesla Diner offers EV owners convenient access to charging while they dine and enjoy a drive‑in movie experience. With 32 Superchargers, LED screens visible from both seated and vehicle areas, and in-car ordering synced to Tesla audio systems, the site blends eating and charging seamlessly. Musk celebrated the debut in a post on X: 'Tesla diner just opened in LA.' Tesla's Diner has cane sugar sodas for $4 each: Cola, diet cola, lemon-lime, root beer, orange, black cherry or are $8: Vanilla, chocolate or strawberry. You can make it a Pie Shake for an extra $4 (apple or pecan). Menu, pricing & nostalgic vibes Menu items are priced between $4 and $15 and include burgers, fries, hot dogs, chicken wings, sandwiches, and hand‑spun milkshakes. Classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry milkshakes can be turned into pie shakes for an extra $4. Cane sugar sodas—cola, lemon‑lime, root beer, orange, black cherry, and cream—cost $4 each. Inside @Tesla 's NEW Diner!! Themed elements bring the retro-futurist concept alive: food is served in Cybertruck‑shaped paper boxes, roller‑skating servers offer ice cream samples, and vintage-style 'Jetsons' cartoons play on the drive-in's LED screens. All construction began in September 2023, with the diner officially opening at 4:20 p.m.—a subtle nod to Musk's previous on‑stage reference to marijuana. Robots, merch & future plans Adding to the spectacle, Tesla's humanoid robot Optimus serves popcorn to guests. The venue also offers themed merchandise, including vintage Hollywood diner T-shirts, Tesla Bot action figures, Supercharged gummy candies, and branded trucker caps. Tesla diner just opened in LA Musk flagged future rollouts in a follow‑up X post: 'If our retro‑futuristic diner turns out well … Tesla will establish these in major cities around the world, as well as at Supercharger sites on long‑distance routes. […]' He also confirmed a second diner would open at SpaceX's Starbase facility in South Texas. Musk's reaction and global vision On July 14, Musk visited the diner personally: 'I just had dinner at the retro‑futuristic @Tesla diner and Supercharger. Team did great work making it one of the coolest spots in LA!' If the LA location succeeds, the model could expand globally and across Supercharger networks. Tesla's diner merges nostalgic Americana and EV innovation—it's a charging stop transformed into an entertainment hub. Expansion now hinges on its success. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
