Logan Is The Wolverine Movie You've Been Looking For

Let me be the 700th person to tell you that Hugh Jackman's last outing as Wolverine is not only his best outing as the fan favorite character, but perhaps the best X-Men movie that Fox has ever produced. Logan is a truly great film that has brutal fights, relatable characters, and incredible emotional beats. Unlike last year's X-Men: Apocalypse, Logan lives up to the hype and cements Hugh Jackman's legacy as an amazing Wolverine. 

• Director James Mangold had shown he could make a kickass western with 2007's 3:10 To Yuma. Now a decade later, he used a similar western backdrop for his superhero film. The story and characters fit the setting perfectly and create a comic film that feels like no other. That's a good thing because if comic book movies want to continue their dominance they need to continue to dip their toes into other genres. Such as how CA:TWS is a 70's political thriller, or how Deadpool is an R rated action comedy. Keep spicing up our superhero movies. No one wants a generic hero origin anymore. That's how you end up with Green Lantern.

Screenjunkies hit the nail on the head

• Everyone has been praising Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart's performances and deservedly so. But two actors who also crushed in this movie were Boyd Holbrook, who played Donald Price, and newcomer Dafne Keen, who plays X-23/Laura. Holbrook was a real evil son of bitch and I appreciated whenever he was on screen. I'm excited to see him as the lead in Shane Black's new Predator. As for Dafne Keen, child actors are extremely hit or miss. Many fail on any level to be compelling. Dafne Keen does not fall into that category whatsoever. For most of the film she rarely speaks, but her body language says it all. As for when she does speak it hit you right the gut. Very impressive for a child to stand out in a film with so many experienced performers.

• "Logan makes the R rating fucking count. They fucking say fuck so many fucking times and Wolverine fucking butchers so many motherfuckers." That is my submission to Fox for the Blu Ray cover quote.

Overall I'm giving Wolverine an A. Great film. Great cast. Great ending. Go see it!

Go see if you love: Wolverine, westerns, sadness, loss of limbs, old people, bald people, body scarring, road trips, eternal pits of darkness with a tiny lights of hope that shine through that you can never actually reach, limo driver.

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X-Men: Apocalypse Set to Start Shooting in April

It has been a bit quiet on the X-Men front since the success of Days of Future Past earlier this year. Well no longer! The X-Men will be heading for the Great White French North in April of next year to begin shooting for X-Men: Apocalypse. I am of course referring to Montreal, Canada when I throw the terms great, white, french and north around. The expected release date of the movie is set for sometime in 2016, but still exciting to see the wheels moving. Is this where we are going to get our first glimpse at Channing Tatum Gambit? Could this be one of the last times, if not THE last time we bear witness to Hugh the Wolverine Jackman? Tune in two years from now to find out!

Source: ComicBookMovie

'X-Men: Days Of Future Past' Review/Thoughts

The mutants are back on the silver screen today. So the Informers went to an early show to check out X-Men: Days Of Future Past. Expect very mild spoilers.

What We Liked:

• Great infusion of new and old casts
• The film promotes the X-Men message
• The struggle of Mystique
• Jennifer Lawrence's Mystique character evolution since First Class
• Quicksilver's incredibly fun sequence
• Young Prof. X's character arc, Great acting from James McAvoy
• The always imposing Michael Fassbender's Magneto
• 70's Wolverine's Bone Claws
• Fun Rewrites of US History
• Inventive uses for mutant's abilities
• Excellent fight sequences in future + past
• The entire Paris Summit Sequence
• The 70's style vs. the bleak future
• Time Travel Humor
• The always evolving relationship of Prof. X and Magneto
• References to past X-films
• Design of the Sentinels in past + future
• Bobby Drake finally Ice sliding!
• Time Travel is not overly confusing

What We Didn't Like:

• Bolivar Trask's motivations were a little weak
• Continues the superhero movie trend of a need for "super blood" 
• Scenes with unneeded mutants like Havoc, Toad, and etc.
• No Doop

Review: X-Men: Days Of Future Past combines the best components of X-Men: First Class and Bryan Singer's X-Men trilogy to create the best X-Men movie to date. The film utilizes all of it's stellar cast to tell a story of Wolverine, the always fantastic Hugh Jackman, being sent back to the 70's to stop a bleak future from ever happening. Now while Wolverine often has gotten the most attention of any X-Man in all the films, Days of Future Past is able to more neatly balance it's other characters so it does not feel like a movie called "Wolverine and some other guys". Particularly we get a great character arc from younger Prof. X (James McAvoy) who has hit rock bottom after losing his legs and Raven/Mystique. Charles's relationship with Magneto (Michael Fassbender) is as interesting as ever as the two must unite to stop Mystique from committing an act that creates the dystopian future. While on the topic of Lawrence's Mystique, her character has evolved a lot since we last saw her. Lawrence is impressive in every sequence she is in as her actions drive much of the film's plot. Overall the newest X-Men installment is extremely satisfying on all levels. For it's incredible action, balance of humor + action + gravitas, and top notch performances the Informers give X-Men: Days of Future Past a 9.5 out of 10. The best superhero movie of the year so far and a must-see for all X-Men fans. Can't for X-Men: Apocalypse in 2016.

Check out our podcast that will be posted this weekend to hear more about the movie. Until then make sure to follow us on Twitter @Caped_Informers and or follow me @cstrand73 to stay up to date on all things comics. Thanks for reading! What did you think of the movie? Sound off in the comments.

Honest Trailer for the 'X-Men Trilogy'

Screen Junkies brings back all those memories of the X-Men from the early 2000's. Not all of them are good *COUGH* The Last Stand *COUGH*, but they started the superhero movie revolution we are in now. So thank you 2000's X-Men.

The evolution of Hugh Jackman's physique is crazy. Do you even lift, Wolvie?

Super Hero Man Crush Monday: (5/19/14)

Happy Monday everyone! Time to crush on some heros!


Actor: Ian McKellen

Ok guys os this weeks crush is something a little different from our usual actors. The great Ian McKellen. Although his age and his looks don't match up to some of our past crushes, he is more than capable of taking this weeks mcm. Here's why. Ian has played one of my favorite characters of all time from movies. Gandelf the Grey/White. He is a fantastic actor filled with wisdom, and just a lot of fun to watch on screen. Also, this week just happens to be Xmen week and we all know how great he portrays the mighty Magneto.What he lacks in his youngness, and good looks which we usually look for in our weekly crushes, he makes up for with his power to deliver a certain character on the big screen. He is a very talented actor who deserves to be our mcm for this week!

"Are you a god fearing man Senator? It's such a strange phase.I always thought of God as a teacher. As a bringer of light, wisdom and understanding. I think you really are afraid of me. Me and my kind. The brotherhood of mutants"

-Brady

Character Crush: Wolverine

Wolverine is probably the most well known member of the X-Men. His healing factor and adamantium claws combined with his brutish nature make him one of the most dangerous mutants in the Marvel universe. He has lived over 150 years and has learned very much in his extended time on Earth. Logan uses this knowledge and experience to combat his natural animal instincts. If Wolverine does happen go into a berserker rage during a fight, that opponent is done for. All of these characteristics of Logan have been carefully translated to the screen by actor Hugh Jackman. Logan you are an amazing mutant. Fuck Sabretooth indeed, bub.

"You ain't seen a kill-frenzy until you've seen me get mad!"

-Christian

Superhero Man Crush Monday: (5/12/14)

Hey guys it's Monday time to crush on some heros!

Man Crush: Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman is Wolverine. 13 years ago Hugh was cast as Logan in Brian Singer's X-Men. Back then fans complained that he was too tall and unknown to play the most popular X-Man. Where are those complainers now? After 5 turns as Wolvie (6 as of next week) Jackman has won ever comic lover over. He has grown into the character. I mean he has literally grown physically. You can make the case Hugh is the most in shape superhero actor ever. The man is a physical specimen. But beyond that he is a great actor who understands his character. Go see for yourself when Wolverine and the X-Men kick some ass in X-Men: Days of Future Past out next Friday. Also Hugh if you ever need a drinking buddy give me a buzz.

"Go Fuck Yourself"

-Christian

Character Crush: Green Arrow

Ok guys so this week Green Arrow took my crush. Not only is it season finale week for Arrow, but this guy deserves extra attention. Simply put, he's a bad ass. One of the coolest super heros to ever come out of DC and join the Justice League. What is not to love about this guy? He's got insane fighting skills, he's a damn good archer, he's got the coolest high tech arrows in town, great with the ladies, rocks the goatee, and he's got a sense of humor. What more can you ask for. He recently just got a bump in popularity from Arrow, but his comic is one of the best reads any one will ever pick up, especially Jeff Lemire's recent run, and his character in the Justice League show just shows you the type of hero he is. Well deserved man crush GA.

"That's me. Always hogging the limelight."

-Brady

Weekly Poll Analysis: X-Men Spinoff Edition (4/24/14)

This week on the poll, I asked "What X-Men Spinoff Do You Want?" The surprise winner of the poll was Mystique. She took in 41% of the votes cast.

The results went as follows:

Mystique: 41%

Gambit: 25%

Magneto: 25%

Beast: 8%

Cyclops: 0%

Analysis: Wow. What I really found surprising was that Scott Summers received no love whatsoever. Cyclops from the comics is perhaps the most popular mutant, but according to our poll that poor sun-glassed bastard will continue to be obscure within the X-Men movie universe. Brian Singer made the decision back in 2001 to focus in on Wolverine rather than Cyclops. And because of that Hugh Jackman has become a superstar for playing Wolvie, while most people cannot even recall who played Cyclops in the original trilogy. That actor's name is James Marsden. Have you heard that name lately? Probably not. He is not in much. I just like to wonder sometimes if Cyclops was given a more proper and prominent treatment in the original X-Men films, could his popularity have been rivaled that of Wolverine's within the general audience. I think it was possible.
          Now to talk about something not so depressing. Mystique won our poll, which means people on this site are reacting positively to the rumors of her potential spinoff. Last week, FOX producer Lauren Shuler Donner spoke about how the studio is mulling over spinoff films featuring X-Men. The character she mentioned in particular was Mystique. Now the internet had mixed reactions over the news. Some were delighted to see the shapeshifting mutant get a chance for her own story. Others were angered by the rumor. They claimed Mystique does not have the popularity to warrant a spinoff and that this film is only a possibility because the studio is looking to capitalize off their casting of mega-star Jennifer Lawrence in the role.
          While I do agree that Mystique's popularity alone should not earn her a film, I disagree that it is a bad idea entirely. Jennifer Lawrence's Mystique can find an audience in a movie landscape that has begun to embrace strong heroines in titular roles. Her Katniss Everdeen led Catching Fire to commercial and critical success. Earlier this year Shailene Woodley emerged as a fan favorite as Tris in Divergent. Audiences have clearly connected with these female heroes and you can bet your ass Lawrence's has the chops to carry her own X-Men film into the public's good graces.
          Lawrence's Mystique could be the first female lead character in the new wave of villain-centric comic book movies. Sony has started this new wave by setting up their Sinister Six and Venom films. Mystique could be FOX's first villain-centric spinoff. Then maybe a Magneto film or Sabretooth film could be made. Everyone loves a good villain. Hell, I hope that villains take over the comic book genre and 6 years from now I am sitting in the theater watching Joker vs. Lex rather than Batman vs. Superman. Well anyway, I believe if the story is right and Jen is ready to blue up, this spinoff could be a critical and commercial success. Check out Mystique and all the other X-Men in X-men:Days of Future Past in theaters May 23rd.

Thanks for reading and make sure to vote in our polls each week. Make your voice heard. What do you think of a potential Mystique spinoff? Sound off in the comments.

Awesome Final Trailer for X-Men: Days of Future Past!

FOX has released it's final trailer for X-Men: Days of Future Past and it is epic. There are incredible action scenes showcasing the Sentinels, but what really sold me is the amount of humor in this trailer. Compared to the first two, this trailer felt a lot less heavy handed. Wolverine really knows how to lighten the mood while he is on his quest to reassemble the X-Men in the past. Kinda reminds me of when Kermit reassembled the Muppets except this has prison escapes, robots, and skeletal claws. X-Men: Days of Future Past arrives in theaters May 23rd.

Is it me or did Quicksilver's scenes actually look kinda cool? I'm sorry Evan Peters I shouldn't have doubted you. I will watch the next season of American Horror Story, even though Coven sucked, as repayment for my sins.

THE INFORMERS: MOVIES OF FUTURE SUMMER!

On this edition of the Caped Informers, Christian, Dan, Ryan and Karl catch up on all the latest comic TV show and movie news that came into the spotlight in the past week. Topics include images from Fox's Gotham TV series, X-men: Days of Future Past's new trailer, Arrow's Suicide Squad episode, The Avengers filming scenes in Italy, and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 final trailer. Enjoy!

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New X Men: Days Of Future Past Trailer!

Fox has released a second trailer to its mutant stuffed film X Men: Days Of Future Past. I just keep asking myself is it May yet? The trailer shows some exciting new shots of the Sentinels and their creator Bolivar Trask (Peter Dinklage) and lots of mutants. Magneto, Professor X, and Wolverine feature prominently of course, but a fair amount of Mystique is seen as well. So if you enjoy yourself lots of Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence, and Michael Fassbender this movie is for you. I mean this movie is jam packed with stars like those Valentine's Day and New Year's Eve movies expect it hopefully will not suck. So I repeat, is it May yet?  X Men: Days Of Future Past opens May 22nd.

Fantastic Four 2 and Wolverine 3 Get Release Dates!

Fox Studios has revealed future release dates for their Marvel properties. IGN and others report that Marvel's First Family will has a confirmed 2017 sequel date, a bold move considering the frosty reception the recent casting decisions for the 2015 movie have received. Fox must have a lot of confidence in Josh Trank/ Simon Kinberg's vision. The report went on to say that a third Wolverine solo outing, to be directed by James Mangold (The Wolverine), will also be in theaters in 2017. This comes at no surprise considering the success of 2013's The Wolverine and the character's overall popularity. Hugh Jackman can thank us for his Capey win anytime. Finally, the studio has also reserved a release date in 2018 for a untitled Marvel project. The Hollywood Reporter is speculating that film will be a Fantastic Four/X-Men crossover. That is something I want to see. I mean we live in the age of superhero film universe building, so I kinda need to see The Thing share a cigar and a drink with Wolvie. Anyway the exact release dates are posted below.

• Fantastic Four 2: July 14, 2017
• Wolverine 3: March 3, 2017
• Untitled Marvel Project: July 13, 2018

Read more about it: http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/03/21/fantastic-four-2-release-date-announced?abthid=532c8e0b65182ef856000028

Hollywood Reporter: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/fox-sets-dates-wolverine-fantastic-690143?mobile_redirect=false

THE 1ST ANNUAL CAPEYS Pt. 2!!

We reveal our biggest Capey winners while sprinkling in some of our Oscar Predictions. Part 2 of 2.
(Recorded 3/1/14)

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