Hey there, other Marvel fans out there! Right now I am excited because there is something new coming up from Marvel which has gotten everybody talking about it. The next movie from Marvel called “The Fantastic Four” will be made in such a way that it reflects the period it was set. And guess what, it is going to be a piece set in time!
Why a Period Piece?
Perhaps even more enticing than the choice of setting is the fact that ‘The Fantastic Four’ will exist in a different time period. It would not be wrong to credit Marvel for creativity and not being scared of taking risks, which has been manifested in this strategy as well.
When using four main characters that represent Fantastic Four, the filmmakers can introduce various issues and stories that relate to the time period in which the movie is set. Consider adducing the density and allure of the Sixties setting, for example, which was when the first comics appeared.
The historic setting is perfect for our heroes to be involved in; the Space Race, Cold War and the hippie movement of the 1960s. This period setting can also point towards new angles concerning the characters’ background and their purpose in the MCU.
Growth and Progress of Characters in a New Age
To incorporate the history into the story setting, the characters can be further developed if the focus is placed on the comic “The Fantastic Four”. Every character in the team including Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, Ben Grimm, can be analyzed based and reinterpreted based on the quirks and the culture of the era. This is optional and could add depth to their backgrounds and their story arcs even further.
For example, one of the most famous characters Reed Richards who possesses the intelligence of a scientist could be painted against the background of the technology developments of the particular period. Beneath the Flint mask, Sue Storm, often perceived as the epitome of the team’s soul, could come into new layers being a female character in the evidenced gender roles environment.
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Thus, Johnny Storm’s rebelliousness is not entirely a result of his powers and Ben Grimm’s difficulties with the process of turning into The Thing should be discussed to relate closely to the history.
Visual and Aesthetic Appeal
It is quite appealing to set up a superhero film in the past to open a world of nostalgia. Marvel’s production directors have always paid attention to a great setting, and a period piece is all opportunity as far as appearances are concerned. Even the costumes adhere to a period style and the sets and props want to assume a bygone era which is something the film can do while doffing hats to the marvel comic books and therefore providing required action.
Erie period labeling can also affect the cinematography within the film and the overall tone of the movie where it is placed in. Think about how color schemes, composed scores, and genuinely moviemaking techniques and lenses of that period are concerned. It’s a chance for Marvel to really show off and provide the filmgoers with something they can visually appreciate besides the film’s deviation from the comics.
Connections to the MCU
One thing that the people watching eagerly want to know is how exactly “The Fantastic Four” will be incorporated into the MCU, particularly with the time setting shift. Marvel has a knack for weaving intricate narratives across different films and time periods, as seen with “Captain America“.
There are quite a few less well-known movies like “The First Avenger” and “Captain Marvel”. By placing “The Fantastic Four” in a particular historical period and events, marvel can provide a background for wonderful cross-overs and exciting story-lines.
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For instance, the Fantastic Four might meet other characters who are involved with time, like temporally displaced as Loki or Kang the Conqueror. These interactions can flesh out MCU storyline further and open up new possibilities for personal growth and plot points.
Sources: Screen Culture
On this basis, the impact on Marvel’s legacy was analyzed as follows
The Fantastic Four is considered as one of the first superhero teams developed by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in Marvel. Thus, with the use of costume drama, Marvel respects the source while simultaneously providing its audiences with new experiences.
Such an approach of combining the vintage features with the contemporary plots should appeal to the old fans and molod draw in new supporters appealing to Marvel and strengthening it’s position as the frontrunner of the superheroism.
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Join the Conversation!
How do you feel about Marvel choosing to turn ‘The Fantastic Four’ into a period piece? Are you looking forward to finding out how our favorite group is re-imagined when the story is set in historical times?
Please share what is on your mind in the comments section! I can’t wait for your predictions, anticipations or any questions burning inside concerning this upcoming flick. Together, let’s talk like geeks and keep the Marvel spell on.
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