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While the MCU nailed the cinematic universe structure in the 2010s, their movies have always struggled in the visual department. This isn’t surprising as most MCU flicks go through a similar post-production process. Even though this does give them a cohesive nature in terms of visual and camera styles, this often limits the input of a director and cinematographer.
However, in contrast to most MCU flicks, James Gunn’sGuardians of the Galaxytrilogy succeeded in distinguishing itself from its peers. Moreover, Gunn already mastered one particular shot from theFantastic Four: First Stepstrailer inGOTG Vol. 3.
The overlookedGuardians of the Galaxy Vol.3shot did it first
At a time when CBMs were struggling with VFX issues, which mostly had to do with the impractical deadlines that were being put on the artists,James Gunn‘sGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3was a breath of fresh air. Not only did the director and his crew nail the visual aspect of his MCU swansong, but Gunn and cinematographer Henry Braham excelled with the camera work, especially those including Adam Warlock.
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Like theHuman Torch shotin the newThe Fantastic Four: First Stepstrailer, in which the character’s flames interact with the viewers’ POV, Adam Warlock’s ascent after Groot attempts to clench him leaves a similar trail.
Am I going crazy or was this not just in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?? 😭https://t.co/qzuicSDp2lpic.twitter.com/t4ZevoinFc
Although Gunn wasn’t the first filmmaker to conceive such a shot, it further highlights why his works stand out among the rest of his MCU peers, as, unlike most directors for hires, the DC head was allowed to do his own thing.
James Gunn clarified the misconception surrounding Superman’s close-up
After a relatively quiet year from DC and Marvel, both comic book giants are set to face head-on with their big guns this July. While fans are excited to feast onSupermanandThe Fantastic Four: First Steps, some viewers expressed concern overDavid Corenswet‘s close-up in the TV spot, and some speculated this might have to do with some unfinished CGI.
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But Gunn was quick to dismiss the misconception, as apart from the shot being completely practical, the director explained that close-up shots through wide lenses can often distort images (viaThreads).
There is absolutely zero CG in his face. People’s faces can look different when you put a wide angle lens up close. The background plate in Svalbard is 100% real as is David.
With a few more months to go, hopefully,SupermanandThe Fantastic Four: First Stepswill breathe new life into the oversaturated genre.
Supermanwill hit theatres on 19 June 2025.
The Fantastic Four: First Stepswill hit the big screens on 03 July 2025.
Santanu Roy
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Santanu Roy is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on movies, with over 2,000 articles under his belt. He has been pursuing a degree in Animation and possesses a deep love for the medium of animation. Having spent the better part of the last two years pumping out articles for FW, Santanu excels at covering movie analysis and news surrounding Pixar, DCU, DreamWorks, and Batman’s cinematic legacy.With psychological thrillers and intimate slice-of-life dramas ranking among his favorite genres, Santanu is a big admirer of Luca Guadagnino, Shane Black, Park Chan-wook, and Brad Bird.
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