Best X-Men Film

Rating: 9/10 (22 June 2019)

Carried by an all-around superb cast, stylish 60s setting and a story which delves into the characters' beliefs packaged as a political commentary. First Class truly is one of the great superhero movies because it never sidesteps drama and character development over spectacle. Fassbender, McAvoy, Lawrence and Hoult deliver terrific and moving performances. The political overtones did not feel contrived or served as mere lip service but was integral to the story and the character's arcs. Visually, Vaughn is successful presenting a 60s vibe fit for the film.
My only real gripe for this is Magneto's arc. While it is excellent, since his mother was murdered all he wanted was to kill Shaw. We never got to seem him feel for once that mutant and human coexisting is possible. Since this is an origin story that angle should have been tackled.
9/10