Review of Dark Phoenix (2019) by Compi24 — 07 Jun 2019

Another 2019 film that I'm not necessarily sure merits the amount of hate it's been getting from critics (and from fans, too, in this case). Simon Kinberg's "Dark Phoenix" sure isn't the finest comic book movie I've ever seen, but the worst of the entire X-Men franchise? I guess I wasn't aware of the sheer enjoyment fans drew from the unsung cinematic classic that was "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," but I digress.

The character work is a bit of a mess at times and -- yes -- there are a few cringe-inducing lines and ideas for scenes. But the overall product was watchable, mostly straightforward, occasionally well-done and just enough of a success for me to stay on board with Fox's X-men franchise for future installments.

Oh, wait. . .never mind. Rest in peace, 20th Century Fox. Again, this may not have been the worthiest effort from the X-men producers in question, but after seeing it, I can't say I would've minded following them through semi-rough patch they entered.

I guess that won't be happening though.