The Thursday Murder Club Director Chris Columbus Says He Was 'Fired' From Fox's Original Fantastic Four Movie After Saying Concept Art 'Should Feel More Like Jack Kirby'

According to the article, director Chris Columbus claims he was "fired" from the original Fantastic Four movie at 20th Century Fox after suggesting that the concept art should have a stronger resemblance to the work of comic book artist Jack Kirby, who was known for his iconic Silver Age Marvel designs. Columbus, who is currently directing the film adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club, stated that his creative vision for the Fantastic Four movie differed from the studio's approach. This led to his dismissal from the project, which was eventually made with a different director and creative team. The article highlights the creative tensions that can arise between filmmakers and studio executives when adapting popular comic book properties for the screen. It suggests that Columbus's preference for a more faithful adaptation to the original Kirby-influenced aesthetics was at odds with the studio's desired direction for the film.