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Yahoo
28 minutes ago
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- Yahoo
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Arrives At Illuminarium Toronto For A Free One-Day Launch Event
Time to gear up, fellow Marvel fans. Marvel Studios Canada announces the launch event for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, held for free at the Illuminarium Toronto on July 24, 2025. In preparation for the premiere of The Fantastic Four: First Steps on July 25, Marvel Studios Canada will host a one-day launch event at the Illuminarium Toronto on July 24, allowing fans to gather and celebrate the upcoming film. As fans attend the immersive event, they can visit interactive themed rooms and will have many opportunities to capture photos to remember the fantastic day. Premiering on July 25, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set in a retro-futuristic setting, starring Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Facing their most daunting task yet, the Fantastic Four must go up against a space god named Galactus and his Mysterious Herald, the Silver Surfer. However, it won't be an easy task, as the team will need to learn how to balance their role as heroes and the strength of their family bond if they wish to stop Galactus from eating Earth. Stepping into The Fantastic Four: First Steps launch event in Illuminarium Toronto, celebrate the premiere of the film for one day with extensive activities. From 11 AM to 7 PM EST, fans are encouraged to wear outfits to match the retro-futuristic setting from the '60s as they visit the interactive themed rooms and capture pictures to remember the exciting day. For those who have never visited Illuminarium, the immersive exhibition utilizes cutting-edge visual, audio, and projection technology to present music, games, comedy, and much more. Some of the shows and upcoming events attendees can look forward to include AMPLIFIED from Rolling Stone, playing games at Lite-Brite, exploring the galaxy in Space, Immersive Yoga, and Sports at Illuminarium. The Fantastic Four: First Steps one-day launch event will be held at Illuminarium Toronto on July 24. Fans can also purchase tickets to The Fantastic Four: First Steps by visiting the Marvel Studios website, as it premieres on July 25, 2025. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
36 minutes ago
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What Made Ari Aster Laugh Hard? The Song He Wanted Pedro Pascal to Play at His ‘Eddington' BBQ
If you've seen 'Eddington,' you know the scene. Mayor Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal) is hosting a barbecue for his supporters at his New Mexico home when his nemesis and re-election opponent, Sheriff Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix), arrives to disrupt the event. Katy Perry's 2010 hit 'Firework' is blasting as Cross struts toward Garcia to demand he turn it down, leading to a stand-off. On this week's episode of the Filmmaker Toolkit podcast, writer/director Ari Aster broke down the scene that is sure to become one of his most memorable. More from IndieWire It's Not Too Late to Get on the Zarna Garg Train, as the Self-Made Star Just Keeps Going 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Director on the Shocking Twist Ending - and a Few Other Surprises 'The truth is, that wasn't the first song we tried,' said Aster. 'We tried to get 'Empire State of Mind,' the Jay-Z, Alicia Keys [track].' On the podcast, Aster discussed how, in casting Pascal, he wanted to play into and off of just how beloved 'the internet's daddy' had become to the audience. With Mayor Ted, Aster created a charming, but hypocritical progressive politician who campaigns on bringing the small western town into the economic and tech future, but is ultimately just selling it out to an Amazon-Google-like tech giant (the fictional solidgoldmagikarp corporation) that wants to build an enormous, energy-sucking data center in the Eddington desert. 'Empire State of Mind' played perfectly for Aster's dark humor. 'That was, for me, the funniest thing in the world, was this party, in this tiny town in New Mexico, and just this New York anthem playing. It just felt like what Pedro Pascal's character would absolutely have been playing at that party,' said Aster. 'It was so funny to me, nothing made me laugh harder than that.' In addition to the humor, Aster fell in love with the way the scene worked when set to the NYC anthem, but the 'Eddington' team was never able to secure the rights. 'I think [Jay-Z] was distracted at the moment, and didn't have a chance to actually watch the film,' said Aster. ' Then it became, 'Okay, so what do we use?' And we went through hundreds of songs.' Prior to the scene, Cross had publicly accused Garcia of sexually assaulting his wife Louise (Emma Stone), and comes to the party ready to throw his weight around, but on his walk toward the confrontation, he sees an interview clip of Louise declaring him a liar. Shot in a long, continuous camera following Phoenix, the rollercoaster of emotions his character experiences on his anger-fueled walk down the long outdoor porch to confront Garcia, and the humiliating retreat back to his truck – after getting slapped and the music being cranked even louder — is embodied in the use of the Perry track. Aster discussed how sound and score were used to capture Cross's world unraveling in the second half of the film. While 'Firework' could replace the cultural and humor aspects brought by 'Empire State of Mind,' Aster discovered he could mix it into his film in a way that marked another sonic beat in his protagonist's descent. 'I wanted a song that kind of represented the culture, and have the culture like pounding in your ear. There's a great bass to ['Firework'], and when you push the bass, it's really queasy-making. It was very exciting to land on that,' said Aster. A24's 'Eddington' is now in theaters. To hear Ari Aster's full interview, subscribe to the Filmmaker Toolkit podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Best of IndieWire The 16 Best Slasher Movies Ever Made, from 'Candyman' to 'Psycho' Martin Scorsese's Favorite Movies Include 'Eddington': 87 Films the Director Wants You to See The Best Thrillers Streaming on Netflix in July, from 'Vertigo' and 'Rear Window' to 'Emily the Criminal'
The Independent
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
First reviews for latest Marvel flick are looking Fantastic
The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Marvel 's latest film, is scheduled for release in cinemas on 25 July. The movie stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn as the heroic quartet, alongside Ralph Ineson as the villain Galactus and Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer. The plot centres on a group of scientists who develop superhuman abilities after being exposed to a cosmic storm, leading them to defend Earth from Galactus and the Silver Surfer. Initial reviews for the film are highly promising, with many critics praising it as a masterpiece and potentially one of Marvel Studios ' finest productions. Reviewers have particularly commended the strong performances from the cast, notably Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn, as well as the impressive visual effects and the compelling chemistry between the characters.
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2 hours ago
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Early reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps call film ‘out of this world'
Initial reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps are in and singing high praises for Marvel's newest film. The movie stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn as the heroic quartet, with British actor Ralph Ineson as the villain Galactus and Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer. The original Fantastic Four comic books follow a group of scientists who develop superhuman abilities after being exposed to a mysterious cosmic storm. The new Marvel film follows Mister Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, and the Thing as they defend Earth from Galactus and the Silver Surfer. The Fantastic Four cast will appear in the film alongside a variety of characters from the Thunderbolts, Black Panther, and X-Men films. Disney's Marvel Studios acquired the rights to the Fantastic Four in 2019 when the company merged with Fox. While the film doesn't officially debut in theaters until July 25, some have seen an advanced screening and shared their thoughts. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' debuts in theaters July 25 (Marvel Studios) One person wrote on X: '#FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS.' That review prompted someone to respond: 'That's all I needed to hear buying a ticket now.' #FantasticFour is SOLID like Ben Grimm! Marvel's First Family has chemistry that is out of this world. The powers alone make for some great visuals, but the space sequences are quite breathtaking. If these are their first steps, I'm excited to see what steps they take next — Law⚡️ (@LawJSharma) July 19, 2025 Someone else who saw the film wrote: '#FantasticFour Quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre-defining classic.' Several reviews called out Kirby's performance individually, with one person sharing: 'Matt Shakman delivers an action packed, humorous and fun film with #TheFantasticFour the family dynamic between Marvel's first family is there! The entire cast is great but the FANTASTIC standout is Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm!' #FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS. — deo (@frickyuu) July 19, 2025 But the praise for the performances didn't stop there. Someone else noted the chemistry between the characters was 'out of this world,' adding: 'The powers alone make for some great visuals, but the space sequences are quite breathtaking. If these are their first steps, I'm excited to see what steps they take next.' Another wrote: '#TheFantasticFour is SIMPLY FANTASTIC! Marvel's first family shines with chemistry & charisma Stan Lee would be proud of. Visually incredible, the FF dazzle from start to finish. Ben Grimm brings the heart. Silver Surfer is perfection. Matt Shakman delivers one of Marvel's best.' 'Nothing will prepare you for #TheFantasticFour First Steps. Pedro Pascal is the perfect Reed, but the entire cast shines and does right by these characters. It's funny, moving, gorgeous to look at, and non-stop FANTASTIC. This is @MarvelStudios at its brilliant best.' The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be released in theaters on July 25.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Early reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps call film ‘out of this world'
Initial reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps are in and singing high praises for Marvel's newest film. The movie stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn as the heroic quartet, with British actor Ralph Ineson as the villain Galactus and Julia Garner as the Silver Surfer. The original Fantastic Four comic books follow a group of scientists who develop superhuman abilities after being exposed to a mysterious cosmic storm. The new Marvel film follows Mister Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, and the Thing as they defend Earth from Galactus and the Silver Surfer. The Fantastic Four cast will appear in the film alongside a variety of characters from the Thunderbolts, Black Panther, and X-Men films. Disney's Marvel Studios acquired the rights to the Fantastic Four in 2019 when the company merged with Fox. While the film doesn't officially debut in theaters until July 25, some have seen an advanced screening and shared their thoughts. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' debuts in theaters July 25 (Marvel Studios) One person wrote on X: '#FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS.' That review prompted someone to respond: 'That's all I needed to hear buying a ticket now.' #FantasticFour is SOLID like Ben Grimm! Marvel's First Family has chemistry that is out of this world. The powers alone make for some great visuals, but the space sequences are quite breathtaking. If these are their first steps, I'm excited to see what steps they take next — Law⚡️ (@LawJSharma) July 19, 2025 Someone else who saw the film wrote: '#FantasticFour Quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre-defining classic.' Several reviews called out Kirby's performance individually, with one person sharing: 'Matt Shakman delivers an action packed, humorous and fun film with #TheFantasticFour the family dynamic between Marvel's first family is there! The entire cast is great but the FANTASTIC standout is Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm!' #FantasticFour Is a masterpiece. the visual effects and the score are a HUGE stand out. Galactus Is huge In IMAX. It's emotional and gives you hope. It beats you off and doesn't stop. STAY Until the END CREDITS. — deo (@frickyuu) July 19, 2025 But the praise for the performances didn't stop there. Someone else noted the chemistry between the characters was 'out of this world,' adding: 'The powers alone make for some great visuals, but the space sequences are quite breathtaking. If these are their first steps, I'm excited to see what steps they take next.' Another wrote: '#TheFantasticFour is SIMPLY FANTASTIC! Marvel's first family shines with chemistry & charisma Stan Lee would be proud of. Visually incredible, the FF dazzle from start to finish. Ben Grimm brings the heart. Silver Surfer is perfection. Matt Shakman delivers one of Marvel's best.' 'Nothing will prepare you for #TheFantasticFour First Steps. Pedro Pascal is the perfect Reed, but the entire cast shines and does right by these characters. It's funny, moving, gorgeous to look at, and non-stop FANTASTIC. This is @MarvelStudios at its brilliant best.' The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be released in theaters on July 25.
