Much better this time around!

Rating: 9/10 (17 May 2003)

Although I enjoyed the first Xmen movie, I wasn't nearly as impressed with it as X2. At times, Xmen would drag on and tried to pull you wherever it decided to go. This time around, the script was much tighter and the action sequences so much more incredible.
From the very start X2 captivates you. With the introduction of Nightcrawler you realize you are in for one heck of a ride...and X2 does take you there. Wolverine starts to become the Wolverine we remember from the comic books and cartoons...simply losing it at times. Just GREAT! The acting was phenomenal on most accounts...even James Marsden whom I typically don't like very much. Anna Paquin, however, was a bit off on some of her scenes but not so much to ruin the movie or detract from the overall experience. Magneto, Mystique, Dr. X, Wolverine, Pyro and even Iceman all gave fantastic performances...leaving you wanting for more.
A definite must see! Overall, I give X2 a 9 1/2 out of 10 stars...taking a half star because Anna Paquin really bugged the snot outta me in a few scenes.