Michael B. Jordan thinks the ‘Fantastic Four’ reboot is "darker and grittier" than the original.
The 28-year-old actor – who plays The Human Torch in the new movie – says the remake was inspired by director Christopher Nolan’s take on the Batman franchise by offering a truer reflection of the world.
Asked what makes it different, he said: "I think honestly it’s the tone.
"People want to see Marvel films that are a little darker, a little grittier.
"Christopher Nolan’s Batman films changed the way we looked at superhero films. It didn’t have to be so light, it could be more of a reflection of the world we live in."
And his co-star, Miles Teller – who plays Mr. Fantastic – believes the film also portrays more honestly the "traumatising" effects of their new superpowers.
He told Shortlist magazine: "There’s definitely some of the body-horror stuff. If you’re a young guy and all of a sudden you’re covered in this elastic form and you can’t control it, that would be traumatising.
"What we’re doing with this movie, it’s more gritty and real – it’s not just super-fun and flying around blowing stuff up. Although there is plenty of that too."
Michael B. Jordan: Fantastic Four is grittier
