Pedro Pascal shines on Fantastic Four's big night
Pedro Pascal leads the Fantastic Four as Mister Fantastic; the premiere was amidst drones, glamour, and critical acclaim in Los Angeles.
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Chilean-American star Pedro Pascal, recognized worldwide for his roles in The Last of Us and The Mandalorian, played the brilliant Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic) in the highly anticipated premiere of Fantastic Four: First Steps. The film marked the beginning of Phase Six of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will officially open in U.S. theaters this Friday, July 25.
Retro-futuristic elegance and a spectacle in the sky
The blue carpet at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion sparkled with 1960s glamour, where Pascal wore a white Tom Ford jacket and polka dot scarf. and a red pin that evoked classic Hollywood.
As a grand finale, an impressive drone show lit up the Los Angeles sky, projecting images of the Fantastic Four logo and the colossal Galactus.
The Heart of Reed Richards: Pascal Shares His Vision
In talks to Marvel.com, Pascal emphasized his intention to balance Reed's heroic grandeur with his humanity. "The only thing that makes him real is his family," he explained of the dynamic between Reed and Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby). His performance is already receiving praise: critics are describing the film as a "new beginning" for the iconic superhero family and highlighting the "familial chemistry" evident between the leads.
Amanda, your reactions: “one of Marvel’s best”
Early reviews in Los Angeles are positive, calling First Steps as “possibly the best thing Marvel has ever done,” with special mention for Pascal and Kirby’s performances. The soundtrack was also a standout, and the film maintains an 87–89 % approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This is expected to be one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
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