Who would have thought, a comic book movie that doesn't entirely suck.

Rating: 8/10 (14 July 2000)

Probably the most anticipated movie of the year, the X-Men have finally arrived. A lot of fans have been eagerly awaiting this film while having to barge through all the gossip and fortelling that stemmed from the internet. Well, the movie actually turned out fairly well. It revolves a lot around Wolverine, played brilliantly by Hugh Jackman. Let's just be glad that Dougray Scott had to bow out to finish MI2, and was unable to bring his level of sucktitude to this film. Look out for Jackman, he could become a major star if he picks the right roles. Surprisingly, Patrick Stewart's role is rather small, as well as most of the other characters like Toad, Mystique, and thankfully Storm, Halley Berry just looks and sounds awful in this. Look for a funny little moment when Ray Park gives a little Darth Maul twist to Toad. The dialogue had its stupid moments, as most blockbusters do, but the banter between Wolvie and Cyclops is often hilarious and well written. Overall, go see it if you like action flicks. The special effects are pretty good, and its worth it just to see Wolvie's claws and of course the hair. Bryan Singer did an excellent job translating the comic to film. And if there is a sequel, as the ending suggests of course, lets hope he helms it. Afterall, who wants to see Joel