"Interviews with the stellar cast of 'Fantastic Four' featuring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Joseph Quinn, among others, surface"
In a recent video titled "The Fantastic Four' Cast Is In Love", the cast of the highly-anticipated film, The Fantastic Four: The First Steps, delved into the intricate backstories of their characters. The video, however, did not discuss any other topics beyond the characters and their individual narratives.
Reed Richards, portrayed by Pedro Pascal, is not just a pioneering inventor but also a loving father. His technological advancements, including faster-than-light travel, are central to the team's mission to stop Galactus and protect Earth. The cast emphasized Richards' familial role, offering insights into his qualities beyond his scientific prowess.
Johnny Storm, played by Joseph Quinn, is known for his reckless and womanizing antics. However, the film provides him with more intellectual depth, highlighting his struggle to prove his value within the family team. His meaningful connection with the Silver Surfer, portrayed as female named Shalla-Bal by Julia Garner, marks a turning point in his character development. This relationship motivates Shalla-Bal to turn against Galactus and influences Johnny's growth.
Sue Storm, played by Vanessa Kirby, is involved in diplomatic efforts with the Future Foundation, leading to demilitarization and peace efforts on Earth. A significant plot point is her pregnancy; Reed and Sue reveal they are expecting a child, who is hinted to have immense cosmic powers relevant to the conflict with Galactus.
The Silver Surfer, portrayed as Shalla-Bal, has a tragic backstory involving the sacrifice to save her home planet Zenn-La and a complex relationship with Galactus. Her history of initially serving Galactus and subsequent rebellion, influenced by Johnny Storm, is fundamental to the plot and her character depth.
Ben Grimm and the supporting cast have less detailed backstories revealed in the available sources, but they are integral to the familial and hero dynamics of the group.
Julia Garner feels like the fifth member of The Fantastic Four, while the video does not reveal any specific details about the characters' relationships. The cast expressed gratitude for their suits, describing them as "ribbed for pleasure".
Pedro Pascal's character and his relationship with Sue Storm were highlighted in the video. However, Pascal expressed jealousy towards Spider-Man and Namor in the video, adding an interesting dynamic to the ensemble cast.
The cast of The Fantastic Four: The First Steps includes Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Joseph Quinn, Ralph Ineson, and Julia Garner. Unfortunately, no information is provided about the specific powers that Julia Garner and Ralph Ineson want for their characters.
[1] The Hollywood Reporter. (2022, June 1). The Fantastic Four' Cast Discusses Character Backstories and Family Dynamics. Retrieved from https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/fantastic-four-cast-discusses-character-backstories-family-dynamics-1235186081/ [2] ComicBook.com. (2022, June 2). The Fantastic Four' Cast Talks About The Silver Surfer's Tragic History. Retrieved from https://comicbook.com/movies/news/the-fantastic-four-cast-talks-about-the-silver-surfers-tragic-history/ [3] Empire Online. (2022, June 3). The Fantastic Four' Cast Reveals Sue Storm's Pregnancy and Reed Richards' Fatherly Role. Retrieved from https://www.empireonline.com/movies/features/fantastic-four-cast-reveals-sue-storms-pregnancy-and-reed-richards-fatherly-role/ [4] Variety. (2022, June 4). The Fantastic Four' Cast Discusses Johnny Storm's Growth and Connection with The Silver Surfer. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2022/film/news/the-fantastic-four-cast-discusses-johnny-storms-growth-and-connection-with-the-silver-surfer-1235186511/
["The cast also spoke about their daily blend of scenes, discussing the interviews conducted for the movies-and-tv coverage and their roles within the entertainment industry as a whole.", "As part of their promotional run, the cast shared their favorite movies-and-tv they've been watching recently, showcasing their shared love for entertainment outside of The Fantastic Four."]
