Logan

***Logan*** is a 2017 American superhero film starring Hugh Jackman in his final performance as the titular character. It is the tenth film in the *X-Men* film series and the third and final installment in the *Wolverine* trilogy following *X-Men Origins: Wolverine* (2009) and *The Wolverine* (2013). The film, which takes inspiration from the "Old Man Logan" comics storyline by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven, follows an aged Wolverine and an extremely ill Charles Xavier who defends a young mutant named Laura from the villainous Reavers led by Donald Pierce and Zander Rice. The film is produced by 20th Century Fox, Marvel Entertainment, TSG Entertainment and The Donners' Company, and distributed by 20th Century Fox. It is directed by James Mangold, who co-wrote the screenplay with Michael Green and Scott Frank, from a story by Mangold. In addition to Jackman, the film also stars Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant, Boyd Holbrook, Stephen Merchant, and Dafne Keen.

*Logan* premiered at the 67th Berlin International Film Festival on February 17, 2017, and was theatrically released in the United States on March 3, 2017, in IMAX and standard formats. The film received critical acclaim, with strong praise for its emotional depth, screenplay, uncompromising tone, thematic profundity, and the performances of Jackman, Keen and Stewart. It became the best-reviewed film in the *X-Men* franchise, with many critics calling it one of the greatest superhero films ever made, and it was selected by the National Board of Review as one of the top ten films of 2017. It was nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 90th Academy Awards, becoming the first live-action superhero film to be nominated for screenwriting. It grossed $619.2 million worldwide and became the third-highest-grossing R-rated film at the time of its release.

## Plot

In 2029 the mutant population has shrunken significantly due to genetically modified plants designed to reduce mutant powers and the X-Men have disbanded. Logan, whose power to self-heal is dwindling, has surrendered himself to alcohol and now earns a living as a chauffeur. He takes care of the ailing old Professor X whom he keeps hidden away. One day, a female stranger asks Logan to drive a girl named Laura to the Canadian border. At first he refuses, but the Professor has been waiting for a long time for her to appear. Laura possesses an extraordinary fighting prowess and is in many ways like Wolverine. She is pursued by sinister figures working for a powerful corporation; this is because they made her, with Logan's DNA. A decrepit Logan is forced to ask himself if he can or even wants to put his remaining powers to good use. It would appear that in the near-future, the times in which they were able put the world to rights with razor sharp claws and telepathic powers are now over.

## Why It Rocks

1. Unlike most superhero movies, which are commonly in the action-comedy genre, *Logan* is a drama about accepting one's death that uses superheroes to deliver its message.
2. Wolverine is finally shown in all his berserker glory.
3. Amazing special effects.
4. Fantastic performances by Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart.
5. X-23 is a badass character helped by Dafne Keen's quiet and calm, yet fierce performance.
6. Despite the film's content, it isn't completely about bloodshed and swearing. The film actually has positive messages about family and life such as the dinner scene. It also features Christian elements included, such as Eden's name and the Munson family.
7. Has a pretty meta moment where Logan looks at a fictional *X-Men* comic that has him, Storm, Cyclops, Rogue, Colossus and Professor X and says that it's *"Ice cream for bedwetters"*.
8. Donald Pierce and Zander Rice are both thoroughly despicable villains.
9. Great soundtrack, featuring Johnny Cash's "*The Man Comes Around"* and his rendition of "*Hurt*".
10. The emotional moments hit hard; especially the tank seizure, Charles's death, and Logan's death.
11. A grand and emotional send-off to 2 of superhero cinema's greatest characters: Wolverine and Professor X.

## Bad Qualities

1. Due to Marvel not having the film rights to the X-Men during production, the X-Men comics have a fake brand.
2. Product placement for Corn Flakes and Pringles.

## Reception

The film was released on March 3, 2017 and received critical acclaim from both critics and audiences. It is considered by many to be the best *X-Men* movie and one of the greatest superhero movies of all time, with many favorably comparing it to *The Dark Knight*.

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