Let me begin by saying that I love the X-men. I've been reading this book since about '83. I'm very open to different interpretations of what is considered Mutant Gospel, by way of the comic books, but while there are some amazing elements to the films, they always fall a bit short. Although, I absolutely loved First Class. That remains the best film, followed by X-2.
Days of Future past has always been gold, as far as fans go. It's an amazing story, Created during the Claremont era, that brought more weight to an already loved comic book title.
Needless to say, I was beyond excited to see it made into a movie. There are some fantastic elements in this film, but it just doesn't have good flow. I never felt invested in the characters, and nor did I feel there was anything at stake..
Although, the, one scene, with Quicksilver at the Pentagon, pretty much stole the movie.
I feel as if I've forgotten the animosity that is thrown at Mutants. I wish there would have been an overview of it again. A little more of that fear of the unknown, over the years, that led to this point. Even if it was just in the credits, via news clippings, tv footage.
It all left me a bit numb. I had the same reaction to Captain America 2, and Godzilla. Which are great flicks, but in the end, forgettable, and certainly not classic. I realize my opinion, is not the popular one, but I'm just not buying what's being sold in a good chunk of the films as of late.
I don't blame the actors here, but the weak script. It definitely needed to have more weight.
Stay for the end credits scene, it will blow your mind.
I give this film: 3 out 5 pitchforks.
