X:Men First Class Reboot!

Rating: 8/10 (21 January 2012)

Matthew Vaughn's treatment of the film is controlled, adhering to the script firmly which may create some flaws in the story but not so much to lose sight of the crucial Xavier-Magneto bond/rivalry. Yes, McAvoy and Fassbender are excellent in their respective roles and carry the story beyond the traditional superhero dilemmas of coping with gifts that pressure and alienate them from the rest of humanity.
This prequel/reboot is the best thing to happen to the X-Men franchise! The film provides riveting action, powerful drama, and an intelligent backstory to the beloved comic book mutants. The film ventures into Dark Knight territory with its darker tone and does not disappoint. X-Men: First Class is easily the best X-Men film to date!