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Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surferis a film with many standout moments, and one of them is a confrontation that Brooklyn Nine-Nine fans might not enjoy. The scene features a heated exchange between Ioan Gruffudd’s Reed Richards and the late Andre Braugher’s General Hager.
But first, let’s understand the dynamics between the two, why this scene matters, and how it shows the difference between brute force and intelligence. Then we’ll look at Richards’ response, which might be somewhat unsettling to fans of the sitcom.
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InFantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,General Hager, played byAndre Braugher, is introduced to us as a high-ranking military official who is handed over the responsibility of overseeing the government’s response to Silver Surfer. He embodies the persona of a no-nonsense authority figure and fits perfectly into the archetype of a controlling disciplinary.
“I stayed in and studied like a good little nerd. And 15 years later, I’m one of the greatest minds of the 21st century. I’m engaged to the hottest girl on the planet."#FantasticFourpic.twitter.com/kGiZeiuRcz
Moreover, he seems to believe that intellectuals like Reed Richards, portrayed by Ioan Gruffudd, should follow orders, without thinking for themselves. When Reed, who is the world’s smartest man, attempts to explain the gravity of the situation, Hager belittles him and says:
I am the quarterback, you’re on my team, got it? But I guess you never played football in high school, did you, Richards?
He tries to imply that Reed does not have leadership skills because he wasn’t athletic in high school. His insult reinforces the stereotype that intelligence and physical prowess go hand-in-hand, an idea that holds no substance. This moment sets the stage for one of the most satisfying clapbacks in the movie.
Reed Richards’ savage comeback and why Brooklyn Nine-Nine fans won’t like it
Instead of feeling embarrassed about not playing football, Reed makes it clear that his intelligence has led him to far greater achievements in life. He highlights his success, and talks about being a world-renowned scientist, with a desirable partner. Gruffudd’s character reverses the power dynamics and makes it clear that Hager must respect him.
No, you’re right. I didn’t, and I stayed in and studied like a good little nerd. And 15 years later, I’m one of the greatest minds of the 21st century. I’m engaged to the hottest girl on the planet.
And the big jock who played quarterback in high school? He’s standing right in front of me, asking for my help. And I say, he’s not gonna get a damn thing unless he does exactly what I tell him. It starts with treating my friends and me with some respect.
While this moment was satisfactory, it might feel a little off toBrooklyn Nine-Ninefans because Hager is the complete opposite of Andre Braugher’s character in the sitcom,where he plays Captain Holt.
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He is usually the one delivering icy comebacks and asserting dominance over others, so to see Braugher being shut down might feel unfamiliar. But whether you’re pleased or taken aback by the scene, one thing is certain, i.e., Reed Richards’ takedown was indeed brutal and memorable.
you may watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine on Netflix, and Fantastic Four 2 on Disney+.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
