X-Men: Apocalypse has had so-so reviews from “real” critics. Me personally - I liked it. For a Saturday cheap matinee, it was
entertaining with good special effects, decent acting, and it moved along. I
did not find myself looking at my watch or eager to edit this film down. Plenty
of characters moved in and out of the story line and that kept my interest.
Synopsis
Worshiped as a god since the dawn of civilization, the
immortal Apocalypse (Oscar Isaac) becomes the first and most powerful mutant.
Awakening after thousands of years, he recruits the disheartened Magneto
(Michael Fassbender) and other mutants to create a new world order. As the fate
of the Earth hangs in the balance, Professor X (James McAvoy) and Raven
(Jennifer Lawrence) lead a team of young X-Men to stop their seemingly
invincible nemesis from destroying mankind.
Starring
James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence,
Oscar Isaac, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne, Olivia Munn, Evan Peters, Kodi
Smit-McPhee, Sophie Turner, Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp, Lucas Till, Josh
Helman, Lana Condor, Ben Hardy
It does seem appropriate to mention that this film is
applicable to the concept today of “why can’t we all get along?” Yes,
mutants have different skills and might look unique, but for the most part,
they just want to get along and make the world better. So root for Professor X,
Raven/Mystique, and the “good” crew to destroy the evil Apocalypse. Enjoy the
battles and marvel at our speed demon who can stop time – Evan Peters. That
special effect is awesome.
All in all, this is a very entertaining
popcorn movie and keeps the X-Men franchise moving along. There’s humor, drama,
and yes a quick Wolverine appearance – hooray for a Hugh Jackman sighting.
C’mon, you know you should see this on the big screen. Enjoy and reflect
on what mutant skill you’d like to have.
