Exactly what I expected

Rating: 9/10 (11 July 2005)

This movie was great. The Fantastic Four are essentially a "family" trying to figure out how to cope with a life-changing event. They worry about each other and they try to help each other. I found the characters engaging and the dialog humorous. The special effects were well done. Unfortunately, people seem to be expecting mindless fighting and dark, brooding characters. Not every character in every movie needs to be full of angst. This movie showed a range of reactions to the same situation. You didn't have all of the characters getting depressed and sullen. Each character had their own personality and way of dealing. It is challenging to combine action with true human reaction. I think this movie pulled it off great.