Movie Marathon Monday: X-Men

With the impending release of Logan, it was only right that February's Movie Marathon Monday consisted of rewatching the X-Men series. Now almost two decades strong, the franchise seems to have gone from strength to strength - a fun movie day to be had.

The X-Men Series

X-Men (2000)

X2 (2003)

X-Men: The Last Stand (2006)

X-Men: First Class (2011)
X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)
X-Men: Apocalypse (2016)

Runtime: 12hr 30min

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Plot

Established in the Marvel universe, the superhero super-team known as the X-Men sees conflicts between various mutant groups in an ordinary world, with powers ranging from shapeshifting to weather-control. Attempting to gain the trust of the non-superhuman to further their fight, alongside highly complicated interpersonal relationships, add to an action-packed thrill-ride.

Why watch it?

A Marvel-must, greatest in its' pre-Avengers days, this fast-paced entertainment machine will keep you entertained (most of) the way through. Some brilliant characters, some impeccable battles and some laugh-out-loud comedy moments. Back-to-back opportunities to compare changes and nit-pick inconsistencies from start to finish. Truly something for everyone can be found here.

High Points

Hugh Jackman being badass; the national treasures that are Patrick Stuart and Ian McKellen; some epic fight scenes; pretty decent CGI in the later pictures; an overall interesting premise/universe.

Low Points

The Last Stand (eek!); gouge-your-eyes-out inconsistencies; some terrible recasting; some real brats; Gambit (seriously, what is he even there for?!).

Fun Fact

Russell Crowe was originally set to play the part of Wolverine, but instead turned it down and recommended his fellow-Australasian friend Hugh Jackman for the role.