Jackman's Powerful Turn

Rating: 10/10 (4 March 2017)

"Logan" is that very rare movie which is a taut and solid drama, with a superb turn by the marvelous Jackman, giving it his all, showing a range not seen since Heath's Joker interpretation. It's almost like being the other side of the coin, a good man, tortured by guilt, tired of his dark odyssey, a champion who is not allowed to quit, even though his pain has levels which are not unbearable both physically and mentally. "Logan" wishes this all ends soon, and the audience will not be disappointed, but they will be both sad and happy that the film presents a very realistic and appropriate ending.
On the other hand, "Logan" is still a super hero movies, but with a huge heart and much intelligence and respect for the source. Having the powers not become the center of the film, but the family drama makes the film more powerful. There are strong bonds here, with Xavier doing his best to control Logan's tortured nature and his shock at the discovery of the new relationships he is now facing. Jackman's eyes are extraordinary, providing us access into his private hell. He's in agony for most of the story, and he uses his body expertly to convey just how difficult it is to even move around. If you consider, that the adversaries are now some of the strongest he has ever encounter, the outcome doesn't look very good.
If Jackman wasn't so good this time, a lot of the credit would to the newcomers, especially the girl who plays another version of a very familiar mutant, as moody and overwhelmed with much emotional turmoil. What is very impressive in that performance is the conviction demonstrated by young girls over the last year. Just like the performers in "Strange Things", the young ones here are complex and far reaching. There's hardly a happy moment here, with bodies scattered all over the country as Logan tries to reach safe heaven.
"Logan" is a over two hours, but one knows its conclusion is not the end of the story. A big chapter ends, and we want to know what is next because as the baton is passed, we now the quality will continue, and under the careful production, direction, writing, and editing of team headed by Mangold, we should more than pleased with the results and wish there is more coming, as dark and as painful, but with a little hope.
Enjoy!