x-cellent

Rating: Null/10 (27 September 2000)

This film was enjoyable from minute one. The story played like a slightly dark cartoon and I thought this was the best style to use as it stayed close to the original comics. The special effects for the mutant powers were spectacular, but not over used. It was also interesting to see the potential for sequels and the future developement of the story, especially after showcasing the young mutants at the accademy. The sly sense of humour came through in places and helped to lighten the tone (e.g. Logan and the metal detector and the comments about the uniform).
My only slight negative is that it might have been a bit on the short side but the story did seem to flow and there wasn't and place were you thought than an obvious addition could be made.
The predjudice of the mutants and the actions of some of the human characters should have struck home with people who realise that this film also carries a message.