'X-Men' changed the game for superhero releases when it dropped back in 2000. Not only did it respect long-time fans of the comics, but it also inspired a whole new generation of fans in the process - making it such a huge success at the box office.
Its a film that I look back on fondly at; still placing it as one of my all time favourite superhero movies. It says something that even after 25 years or so, these actors and characters are still held in high regard, that we cannot wait to see their return in the upcoming 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
But without 'X-Men', its hard to imagine team up superhero films being as successful as they are today. Granted 1998's 'Blade' walked so that the 'X-Men' and future Marvel releases could run, but the shift following 'X-Men's' success of having multi-character stories well and truly reshaped the genre for years to come.
It's a film I adore, with its wonderful balance of social commentary and spectacle, and one that I had to revisit on the podcast.
Full thoughts in this review.
