Swoosh !...........

Rating: 7/10 (23 June 2007)

I liked this installment better than the first. Character development went to the next level and the introduction of the Silver Surfer was acceptable. Exploration of the S.S. character as the 'Herald of Galactus' might leave a hole in some folk's understanding of the evolution of The Fantastic Four, and some other Marvel characters, within this pop genre literature. I would suggest going to Wikipedia and reading up on 'Marvel Universe' to gain further insight into the thought process and development behind the milieu. Stan Lee's cameo was great and I am happy to see that he is finally getting the recognition (and paycheck) he deserves for the concept and development of this genre. Story line, acting, screen play, dialog, scoring are all good and this film plays true to the comic book format at its roots. I found it, over all, to be an enjoyable experience, however.....it did cost me $8. to get in plus $5. for a SMALL popcorn , I brought my own bottle of water. So for $13. I got to see a pretty decent, 90 minute film....maybe I should have waited till it came to the $2. theater..................