Exceptional sequel - X2: X-Men United Reviews

Exceptional sequel to the superb 2000 comic book adaptation. Wolverine (Jackman, as rabid as ever) returns to the mansion, after finding nothing at Alkali Lake, just as a mutant-hating military general (Cox) begins his assault on the mutant world. Meanwhile, Storm (Berry) and Jean Grey (Janssen) search for a mysterious mutant (Cumming) who attempted an assassination on the president. Actually an improvement over the terrific original, everything in this film is bigger and better. The story is intriguing, continuing on the basic path while sprouting interesting ideas, the characters are colourful and well-acted, and the special effects are much improved. Jackman (as before), McKellen, Janssen, and Stanford, as a young mutant, stand out especially in a fantastic ensemble. The opening sequence, featuring the attack on the president, is not to be missed. In fact, there are several scenes that are mind-blowing. A superior sequel, an excellent comic book adaptation, and a intriguing movie all rolled into one.