Worth the Money

Rating: 8/10 (12 July 2005)

This was a very entertaining movie. Sure comic geeks (like myself) will be a little miffed at some of the items that are different from the comic. However, in the grand scheme of things, the core concepts were carried over nicely.
For the average movie goer, this movie will be even better. The movie is no Matrix or Finding Neverland, but it has the right mix of components. The characterization in my opinion is the strongest element of this movie. All of the 4 team members are fleshed out well. Doom could have gotten some more, but for a villain, it was good enough. The action sequences and special effects were very well done.
Invisible Woman: Jessica Alba, though tramped on before the movie came out, did a really good job. She portrayed a strong Sue Storm and her acting skills were fine.
Thing: Perfect Human Torch: The comic relief and bright spot of the movie. Without him, the movie would have been somewhat average.
Mister Fantastic: He could have shown more confidence, but that is the angle that the writers wanted to make-up. Other than that, he was a good character, well acted. However, as mentioned, the character of MF was flawed.
Doom: The intellectual competition between he and MF should have played up waaaaaaaay more as opposed to revenge and being upset over a woman.
Overall: You get people, action, and humor. Perfect summer movie...and it is kid safe.