Hugh Jackman, X-Men could be best new film series

Rating: Null/10 (16 July 2000)

I read the X-men comics as a kid who's parents were divorcing, couldn't play football that great (though in Texas I was supposed to) and my only real friends were my cousins. I got a five dollar allowance every two weeks and with that I bought the X-men comics. Without a doubt, this movie is the truest adaption to a comic ever. I know they aren't in spandex. I know that not every X-man you want in there is in there. But, a tale about unwanted people who fight for the rest of mankind's freedom despite the consequences, that is what drew me in as a kid. I can relate to that. Is some of the movie corny? Sure. Are some of the special effects not up to par with, say, Matrix? Sure. But, can I identify, root for, and sympathize with these characters? Absolutely and instantly. The dialogue is funny, smart, to the point, and, I mean this as a great compliment, simple. The action is built very well and you are with everyone of these guys the moment you see them. There are great movies that take the entire movie to develop characters (i.e.- Rain Man, Driving Miss Daisy). There are even better ones that do it instantly (i.e.- Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark). Having discussed a little about the movie, let's discuss the best thing in the movie. Hugh Jackman is the most exciting presence on the screen since Harrison Ford blasted Greedo in Star Wars. Of the new generation of Hollywood stars, I like Russell Crowe, Edward Norton, Matt Damon...I love Brendan Fraser. But, Hugh Jackman had me on his side the first second I saw him in the film. I eagerly await anything his does in the future, and I darn sure await the next installment-Wolverine-X-Men Part II (maybe?). If someone out there gives best newcomer awards to actors - Hugh Jackman can take it home now. I'm especially glad, above all else, I have a son who saw the movie-with his mom and dad. Thanks.