X-Men Never Ceases to Amaze!! Yet Again!

I have been amped about this movie since the inception of its storyline back in 2005-2006. I think it was very smart to branch out the X-men series by giving us a background on some of its outstanding characters. And what a great way to start out the X-Men series than with the story of Wolverine to get the show on the roll. For all those who may be a little unfamiliar with the story peep this:

Born James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, retracting bone claws, and a healing factor that allows him to quickly recover from virtually any wound, disease or toxin, also enabling him to live beyond a normal human lifespan. This healing ability enabled the super-soldier program Weapon X to bond the near indestructible metal alloy adamantium to his skeleton and claws without risk of killing him. Wolverine was typical of the many tough anti-authority anti-heroes that emerged in American popular culture after the Vietnam War his willingness to use deadly force and his brooding nature became standard characteristics for comic book anti-heroes by the end of the 1980s (Wikipedia).

Director Gavin Hood truly gave us a treat with this one, we are able to look inside the character Wolverine as well as the shaping of future X-Men. Many X-Men are truly pleased and happy that they can finally see a movie showcasing him. Wolverine has become one of the favorites if not the favorite in the X-Men comic books.

In X-Men: Origins we are able to see a more perfect Wolverine who is not only tougher but more formidable. Hugh Jackman continues to do an excellent portrayal of this feline monster/mutant. I can’t really think of anyone more fitting for the role. Not only do we have the pleasure of the main character/feature we also become introduced to some other key characters that make the film even more exciting. In order to survive James/Logan and his brother Victor (Liev Schreiber) must team up with a band of “other mutants” to join William Stryker (Danny Huston) Team X. Team X consists of mutants Fred Dukes (Kevin Durand), John Wraith (will.i.am), Chris Bradley (Dominic Monaghan), as well as expert marksman David "Agent Zero" North (Daniel Henney) and martial artist Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) all of them put together to find the source of adamantium. But in the midst of this search it takes a turn for the worse and James/Logan decides he must part from team and lead another life.

In this new life he finds love and somewhat of a peace of mind, while at the same time his brother is taking care of business of his own. And but of course Victor and James cross paths leading to the death of his lover Kayla Silverfox (Lynn Collins). From this point on the hunt truly begins… We are truly taken on a roller coaster ride as we travel through the Canadian Mountains all the day down to the bustling streets of New Orleans. This is where we also get the opportunity to meet Remy LeBeau (Taylor Kitsch) also known as “Gambit”. Well let me not ruin it anymore for ya, because trust me you will want to sit through every minute and soak up all that it has to offer.

This movie exemplified a great balance of action, darkness, and entertainment. The cinematography and the graphics in this film really show that comics in cinema have definitely come a long way. Just look at all the previous X-Men, Iron Man, and Incredible Hulk films action is definitely on another level! Besides just being a great film, it sets itself up for what will likely be an outstanding sequel. The characters are already in place, so they could pretty much go in any direction they want from this point forward. Wolverine will definitely make you feel as though your money is not wasted.

Grade: A