Movie director alters significant comic book trait for 'Fantastic Four' movie adaptation
News Article: The Thing's Brooklyn Dodgers Allegiance in Fantastic Four: First Steps
In the latest instalment of the Fantastic Four franchise, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the character Ben Grimm, better known as The Thing, remains a dedicated Brooklyn Dodgers fan, a decision that was made to honour the character's roots and original New York spirit.
The film's director, Matt Shakman, chose to keep Ben Grimm as a Dodgers fan instead of a Yankees fan, a team that the character was indicated to be a fan of in the comics. This creative decision was made to preserve the character's gritty Brooklyn background, Yancy Street, a fictional area that serves as a nod to New York's Lower East Side.
In the comics, the Brooklyn Dodgers never moved to Los Angeles, a historical discrepancy that Shakman felt was justified in order to maintain the character's true spirit. He consulted with Jack Kirby's son to ensure this decision was in line with the character's original conception.
Ioan Gruffudd, who played Richard Reeds in the original Fantastic Four movies, has expressed his love for working with Doug Jones as the Silver Surfer. He also mentioned that the plan was to make three Fantastic Four movies, but the decisions were beyond his control. Despite this, he believes that the second movie was as successful and enjoyable as the first for fans.
Currently, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is playing in cinemas, and the comments made by Ioan Gruffudd suggest that there was momentum for a third movie. However, the future of the franchise remains uncertain.
[1] This article is based on facts from the bullet points provided. The opinions expressed are those of the film's director, Matt Shakman, and Ioan Gruffudd, and are presented as such.
Movies-and-tv entertainment news reveals that in the new Fantastic Four movie, Ben Grimm, the Brooklyn Dodgers fan character, continues to honor his roots. Despite the difference from the comics, the director's decision to keep Grimm a Dodgers fan keeps the character's gritty Brooklyn background intact.
