1 minute guide to Ben Grimm
The fighter
Symbolizes:
blue collar workers
His goal:
to be strong, a protector
His conflict:
feels trapped
He needs
to feel human
Before 1961
Self made man (unlike the others who have highly successful parents)
Highly educated, war hero, test pilot, gang leader
1961-1988
Deep depression
Reed destroyed his confidence (unintentionally)
As strong as the Hulk, but held back psychologically
1989
Happy and relaxed at last
Becomes a regular human again: a new life of adventures with Alicia
Reed
Sue
Johnny
