X-Men
So this weekend I unintentionally went on a spree of watching Marvel movies. Over the past year I have become completely enthralled with the Marvel superheroes. It all started with Iron Man, and then Thor. Sadly, more often than not I miss a part of the movie, but I still find them to be very captivating. So let me discuss my newest Marvel movie with you.
It was X-Men, which was honestly so neat. I love the concept of the school for gifted children. It is reminiscent of Camp Half-Blood or Hogwarts, and I would love to go to any of them. Not only would it be the most amazing school to attend, but it is ingenious that they hide in plain sight. I love the way that Professor Xavier is both the mentor for the mutants, but a father figure. Once again I relate this back to him being like Chiron or Dumbledore. Plus, I have always loved the idea of misfits having a place where they can all be together and not feel out of place. Perhaps it's because I am one...but also because it is amazing to see that the children or even adults, who may feel out of place in our society, can have a place where they can feel like they belong and have others who understand exactly what they are going through. Another unique aspect of this movie is that the villain, rather than being a lifelong enemy of the "good guys", was Xavier's best friend (of course my view of this friendship may have been somewhat enhanced by the knowledge that Patrick Stewart and Ian Mckellen are actually best friends...probably because if this movie). To me, the plot was somewhat anticlimactic until the rescue mission for Rogue, but the lack of plot in superhero movies does not bother me. I would also like to point out that in a way Wolverine or Logan is the Harry Potter or Percy Jackson of this story. He has lived a long time feeling like he is the only odd one and when he finds that there is an entire secret society of people just like him, he almost feels uncomfortable that people can relate to him because he is not used to being able to connect with people on that level. He is overwhelmed by the fact that he is no longer special, but also that he is no longer odd. I really enjoyed the overall experience of this movie and I can't wait to watch the rest of the series.
I will also admit that the cast was not exactly what I would expect (I was having trouble not seeing cyclops as a romcom character), but it worked really well. And of course, as with all older movies, the quality of the CGI and special effects were a little unrealistic. However, knowing thy it was made in 2000 I could get past that. One question: does Mystique ever speak? Besides when she has shapeshifted into other characters, she never says a word. They must not have had to pay the actress much considering her rare appearances and lack of lines.
I also caught Captain America: The First Avenger on, but I had to go to work. Luckily, I set it to record and I will hopefully be able to watch it soon. I can't wait. And when I do finally see it, I will once again share my experience of the movie.
It was X-Men, which was honestly so neat. I love the concept of the school for gifted children. It is reminiscent of Camp Half-Blood or Hogwarts, and I would love to go to any of them. Not only would it be the most amazing school to attend, but it is ingenious that they hide in plain sight. I love the way that Professor Xavier is both the mentor for the mutants, but a father figure. Once again I relate this back to him being like Chiron or Dumbledore. Plus, I have always loved the idea of misfits having a place where they can all be together and not feel out of place. Perhaps it's because I am one...but also because it is amazing to see that the children or even adults, who may feel out of place in our society, can have a place where they can feel like they belong and have others who understand exactly what they are going through. Another unique aspect of this movie is that the villain, rather than being a lifelong enemy of the "good guys", was Xavier's best friend (of course my view of this friendship may have been somewhat enhanced by the knowledge that Patrick Stewart and Ian Mckellen are actually best friends...probably because if this movie). To me, the plot was somewhat anticlimactic until the rescue mission for Rogue, but the lack of plot in superhero movies does not bother me. I would also like to point out that in a way Wolverine or Logan is the Harry Potter or Percy Jackson of this story. He has lived a long time feeling like he is the only odd one and when he finds that there is an entire secret society of people just like him, he almost feels uncomfortable that people can relate to him because he is not used to being able to connect with people on that level. He is overwhelmed by the fact that he is no longer special, but also that he is no longer odd. I really enjoyed the overall experience of this movie and I can't wait to watch the rest of the series.
I will also admit that the cast was not exactly what I would expect (I was having trouble not seeing cyclops as a romcom character), but it worked really well. And of course, as with all older movies, the quality of the CGI and special effects were a little unrealistic. However, knowing thy it was made in 2000 I could get past that. One question: does Mystique ever speak? Besides when she has shapeshifted into other characters, she never says a word. They must not have had to pay the actress much considering her rare appearances and lack of lines.
I also caught Captain America: The First Avenger on, but I had to go to work. Luckily, I set it to record and I will hopefully be able to watch it soon. I can't wait. And when I do finally see it, I will once again share my experience of the movie.
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