X-Men

Name: X-Men
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Released: July 14, 2000
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 64
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart

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Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: July 14, 2000 | PG-13

Starring: Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart

Summary: Dr. Charles Xavier gathers children from all over the planet who were born with an added twist to their genetic code. Known as the "X-factor" these children can perform extraordinary feats. Dr. Xavier calls them his X-Men.

Director: Bryan Singer

Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 104 min

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4	#4 Most Discussed Movie of 2000
2	#2 Most Shared Movie of 2000

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Mr. Showbiz Cody Clark

The best kind of summer blockbuster -- the kind that makes you immediately crave a sequel. Read full review

Lawrence Toppman

Balances brains, brawn and heart in ideal proportions. The actors - some first-rate, all enjoyable - never get overshadowed by the special effects, which dazzle us without gory excess. Read full review

Lisa Alspector

Exciting mainly because anything can happen and does, the movie drags a bit as it approaches a climax set atop the Statue of Liberty. Read full review

Ann Hornaday

X-Men flies to the rescue with superheroes who have real substance. Read full review

Jay Carr

Recedes to a string of mere action exploits. These are proficiently executed but, for all their visual authority, not much more than routine. Read full review

Steve Simels

Stylish, exciting and an occasionally poignant sci-fi adventure spectacle. Read full review

Stephen Hunter

Isn't juvenile, it isn't even infantile. It's prenatal! Read full review

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gm101

Jun 22, 2011

This masterpiece is the movie that unleashed the superhero renaissance of the 2000s. As someone who enjoyed X-Men as a kid, I was super excited when I heard they were making a movie, and the movie was indeed worth it.

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dante_finn

Jul 5, 2013

Really good acting,writing,music,costume,visuals and action. But the CGI effects and pacing is kind of ghetto..........................................

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spacebear1

Dec 8, 2017

Bryan Singer's X-Men was one of the first films to bring together a load of comic book superheroes and did it fantastically. The acting performances were great, especially Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Patrick Stewart's Professor X, and Ian McKellen's Magneto. While the action scenes do look aBryan Singer's X-Men was one of the first films to bring together a load of comic book superheroes and did it fantastically. The acting performances were great, especially Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Patrick Stewart's Professor X, and Ian McKellen's Magneto. While the action scenes do look a bit dated, they're still great fun to watch. The story was great, and the music is just so iconic now. Overall, I love this film, and while it has a few flaws, they're pretty easy to overlook.… Expand

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LaGuerta

Feb 27, 2013

The superior cast and well crafted dialogue doesn't quite quell the underwhelming feeling brought about by a story that should reflect the best of the comics, but instead is unfocused and flirts with mediocrity.

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Compi24

Mar 17, 2019

A pleasant little trip down memory lane, I was surprised with how well this has fared in the many years since its release in the year 2000. Sure, "X-Men" has a few special effects and dialogue quirks here and there that were definitely indicative of the era in which it was released, but it'sA pleasant little trip down memory lane, I was surprised with how well this has fared in the many years since its release in the year 2000. Sure, "X-Men" has a few special effects and dialogue quirks here and there that were definitely indicative of the era in which it was released, but it's -- by and large -- timeless. Quite possibly one of the most difficult of Stan Lee's creations to adapt for the big screen, the "X-Men" universe kicks off with a story that's honestly easy and natural to fall into, with many characters, narrative notions, and thematic elements instantaneously latching themselves onto the audience. It's a wonder how screenwriter and veteran voice actor David Hayter didn't get more work after this killed at the box office, ultimately spawning a saga that (at the time of this review) is still alive and well. It's all quite kitschy and popcorn-y, sure, but I still find it quite enjoyable.… Expand

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ElectroNick

May 26, 2016

This was a good first taste of the X-Men film franchise under Bryan Singer's direction. It is not a classic like Spider-Man or Blade but it is still an engaging watch as it dives into the themes of prejudice and the relations between Mutants and Mankind. The biggest strength with this filmThis was a good first taste of the X-Men film franchise under Bryan Singer's direction. It is not a classic like Spider-Man or Blade but it is still an engaging watch as it dives into the themes of prejudice and the relations between Mutants and Mankind. The biggest strength with this film was the relationships between the characters especially with Rouge and Wolverine. They share a special father and daughter like relationship that is touching and hold the film despite some of the minor flaws. The costumes are not as colorful as their comic counterparts but they are passable considering the tone they are going for. All of the actors do a great job bringing the X-men and the Brother hood to the big screen especially Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Ian McKellen as Magneto. Mckellen in particular was the perfect casting choice as he captures the charisma and the extremism that makes him a compelling villain in the first place. Haley Berry is not the perfect Storm but she doesn't have that much screen time anyway. Despite how entertaining the chemistry of the chracters and the action sequences are there are some plot holes that hold it back from being a classic. It is unexplained how Mystique survived getting stabbed by Wolverine. She did shape shift into him but it was never stated that she could copy powers as well. I also wonder why they needed Rouge to power the machine which would turn all humans into mutants even though her power is to take them away. It could be inferred that Magneto wanted to exploit the glitch in the machine to kill all of the humans but is was left unclear. Another complaint narrative wise is that it is mostly set up for future events. The journey was a fun ride but the destination was not that spectacular. It is still a solid movie and it could be used as a good introduction to introduce people to the franchise.… Expand

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JerkGuy

Sep 28, 2007

This film wasn

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