Great Movie, but lacks in some areas

Rating: 7/10 (27 July 2000)

Since 1995, I waited for this movie to come out, and finally it made it's way to the big screen. My expectations of this movie were high, and I did enjoy every bit of this movie, however, I do have a few bones to pick.
First of all, the movie was way too short! 95 mins was the total runtime, and yet 2/3 of the movie was used on developing plot and background. I mean, there's really nothing wrong with deeply defining the plot, in fact that is good, but when your limited to 95 mins, then there's a problem. There is really only 1 true action seen near the end, the statute of liberty scene. And before you know it, the movie is over. They should have had at least 1 more action scene that would involve a few melee combats. That would have completed the movie and made it a 9 or 9.5, instead you'll just have to wait for the sequel.
But other than that, the movie is still entertaining. The effects are awesome, and it was well acted (very unusual for a comic flick). I wouldn't go as far as to say that there are any oscar deserving performances, however some come close. Hugh Jackman was a great Wolverine, and Anna Paquin was adorable as Rogue.
I really look forward to the sequel(s). Although I have a gut feeling that it will bomb like most sequels do.
8/10 for X-Men, Don't miss it!