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kyarabereading's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
It was really cool reading one of the first comics of one of my favorite superhero teams from Marvel. I also loved getting a look at the character of Namor the Sub-Mariner, especially knowing we will see him on the big screen in Black Panther 2 very soon.
The comic book does have its issues however, particularly with its characterization of Sue Storm/Invisible Girl. Let’s just say, the sexism was crystal clear here. Despite her superpowers, we see her become a damsel in distress in this comic, and I wish I could have seen her kicking ass alongside the rest of the Fantastic Four. I’m sure later depictions of her character are much better, so I’m hoping to read some more F4 comics soon and see how her character evolved after this first volume.
The comic book does have its issues however, particularly with its characterization of Sue Storm/Invisible Girl. Let’s just say, the sexism was crystal clear here. Despite her superpowers, we see her become a damsel in distress in this comic, and I wish I could have seen her kicking ass alongside the rest of the Fantastic Four. I’m sure later depictions of her character are much better, so I’m hoping to read some more F4 comics soon and see how her character evolved after this first volume.
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