This was appalling

Rating: Null/10 (26 May 2006)

I echo the sentiments of others who saw the movie last night at the midnight showings! I can't believe they allowed such a revamp of the comic book story. I have a great respect for Marvel Comics overall and have been a huge fan of X-Men since childhood. First of all the director, was obviously not as good as the last. The editing, well left much to be desired. There were portions of the film that did not tie the last one with it. Young love triangles that made no sense! The acting overall seemed uninspired, possibly from a lack of interest in the script that tried to do too much in only 1hr and 45min of running time. The whole idea of Dark Phoenix and her origins was a complete let down, why take that approach. It was a slap in the face to the comic book and cartoon shows that followed. One last thing before someone runs me out of town for saying too much...there will be at least 3 moments in the film where you will literally want to get up and walk out on principal alone. Don't!! A true fan will go down with the ship and in my opinion X-Men movies (unless a better director comes in) has seen it's last opening!!