Kristina Roberts
Vanessa Kirby, a famous actress from the UK, is all set to play the powerful superhero Sue Storm in the upcoming American Marvel movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. While many fans know Sue Storm as the Invisible Woman, Vanessa is excited about showing more than just her powers. She wants to explore Sue’s kind, loving nature and also her darker side, known as Malice. “I’m such a Sue nerd,” Vanessa said in an interview with Variety, showing just how much she truly loves this superhero.
Vanessa, who is 37 years old, said she’s been a fan of Sue Storm for a long time. In the new Marvel movie, she’ll be acting alongside other big names like Pedro Pascal, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn. But it’s Sue’s story that makes Vanessa feel a deep connection. She explained how Sue’s journey from being called “Invisible Girl” to becoming “Invisible Woman” felt meaningful to her. Vanessa said that this change was more than just about growing up—it was about facing difficult emotions, learning from them, and becoming stronger.
She shared that the part of Sue’s life that interests her the most is her transformation into Malice. Malice is a darker version of Sue Storm, a part of her that comes from years of pain and struggle. For Vanessa, getting the chance to play that part of Sue would be a dream come true. “I am dying to play Malice in Fantastic Four,” she said honestly. This shows just how passionate she is about playing all sides of this powerful female character.
Sue Storm’s backstory is very emotional and not easy to forget. Vanessa said she was deeply moved when she learned more about it. Sue’s mother died in a car accident when she was young. After that, Sue’s father started drinking a lot and ended up in prison for murder. He later died in jail. These sad events left Sue and her younger brother Johnny all alone in the world. Because she was the older sibling, Sue had to take care of Johnny and became like a parent to him even though she was still just a child herself.
Vanessa believes this painful childhood made Sue the kind and strong woman she became later in life. Instead of turning cold and angry, Sue decided to stay open, kind, and hopeful. Vanessa said she really respects this part of Sue’s personality. Even though Sue had every reason to be bitter, she chose to be gentle and loving. This makes her not only a superhero with powers, but also a hero in real life—someone who didn’t let sadness destroy her heart.
Another thing Vanessa loves about Sue is her work with the Future Foundation. Many people think this work is about making a big political statement or trying to be a leader. But Vanessa sees it differently. She feels Sue’s work comes naturally from who she is inside—a caring, smart, and strong woman who wants to help others. For Vanessa, Sue Storm is not just about action scenes and superpowers. She’s about inner strength, kindness, and bravery that comes from love.
Vanessa also spoke about what kind of roles she enjoys playing. She said that she doesn’t like easy characters or ones that feel too simple. If a role feels too safe or predictable, she doesn’t find it interesting. But if a role seems hard and scary at first, that’s when she knows it will be worth it. “The more uncertain a role feels, the more it signals that it’s worth taking on,” she shared. This is why she’s so excited to play both the good and dark parts of Sue Storm. Playing Malice would be a big challenge, but Vanessa is not someone who runs away from hard work.
Before acting in movies, Vanessa spent many years acting in plays. She grew up in a home where stories were a big part of life. Her parents, especially her father, loved theater and Shakespeare. They would often watch or read plays together, and this helped young Vanessa fall in love with acting. Even though she wasn’t sure how to become a professional actress, the stage always felt like home to her.
She described performing on stage as something magical. For Vanessa, theater is not just about standing in front of people and saying lines. It’s about sharing a feeling with the audience. She said it makes her feel truly alive when she sees the audience react to a powerful story. This deep connection with storytelling is what led her to film acting as well.
In her new role as Sue Storm, Vanessa wants to bring everything she’s learned from theater and film together. She doesn’t just want to wear a costume and do stunts. She wants to show the audience Sue’s heart—the parts of her that are kind and gentle, and the parts that are angry and hurt. It’s this mix of emotions that makes the character so real and interesting to Vanessa.
Vanessa also mentioned that Sue Storm’s story reminded her of many women she knows in real life. Women who take care of others, who have faced pain but still choose love. For her, playing Sue is not just a job. It’s a way to honor those strong women and tell a story that many people—especially young girls—can look up to.
Now, fans are waiting to see what Vanessa Kirby brings to this much-loved Marvel character in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Will she get the chance to show Sue Storm’s good side and her dark side too? And how will her version of Malice look on screen? These are questions that only time will answer. But one thing is sure—Vanessa Kirby is ready to give it her all.
In the end, Vanessa’s love for Sue Storm goes beyond the superhero world. She sees Sue as a full, real person—someone with deep feelings, painful memories, and the strength to stay kind. With Vanessa Kirby playing her, Sue Storm may just become one of the most human and unforgettable characters in the Marvel Universe.
