In this spoiler-heavy review, I break down Fantastic Four: First Steps with nerdy notes, production insights, and MCU connections. From Matt Shakman’s directing choices and Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer motion-capture scene to the 1960s setting, Michael Giacchino’s score, and Dr. Doom’s post-credit tease, I dive deep into what makes this film standout.

Plus, I share behind-the-scenes details about the production designer and set decorator who brought this world to life and discuss how the Fantastic Four might join the current MCU.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Film Review

01:45 Director and Cast Insights

03:56 Overall Impressions of the Film

05:32 Musical Score and Themes

06:41 Setting and World-Building

09:43 Character Introductions and Directorial Choices

12:10 Production Design and Aesthetic

15:06 Notable Scenes and Missing Elements

17:32 Character Dynamics and Plot Developments

18:50 Post-Credit Scenes and Future Implications

21:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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The Official Marvel Podcast-Link below at the 1:09

This Episode of the Official Marvel Podcast was hosted by Evan Narcisse | Victoria Ying

Audio via Spotify of the Fantastic Four First: First Steps Director Matt Shakman talks about putting Julia Garner( Silver Surer/Shalla-Bal) “on her 1st day in the motion capture suit, helmet camera on a 40 foot tall lift in front of 400 extras in Times Square (NYC) put the microphone on her to do the Harold of Galactus monologue” Quote per Director Matt Shakman on The Official Marvel Podcast

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Fantastic Four: First Steps Review (Spoilers) | MCU Breakdown & Dr. Doom Tease

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