Review of Dark Phoenix (2019) by Vortrekker — 21 Jun 2019

IMO this movie has been rated very very unfairly. The story of X-men has always been complex, poignant and thought-provoking:

It is about a community of mortals, gifted/cursed with superpowers, who struggle with emotions, morality and difficult choices just like ourselves. These mutants only want to live in harmony and be well-balanced just like our multi-racial reality. I think this movie brings out these ideas very well! I really appreciate how the movie spotlights the characters, even Professor X who has the best of intentions, as imperfect. It makes us question whether the choices we made in our lives are always “for the best”.

It is also about friendship and family, how this two things shape a person’s life more than societal norms or what is currently acceptable.

The action is just right. Not overly fanciful and unnecessary. I do agree that the characters could have been given more lines and the younger actors could have performed better but it doesn’t warrant such a low rating!

I like the poignant ending, it is fitting for this series! Only those who have watched all the X-men movies will understand it.

I know many superhero movies are all about the action, fun and coolness, hence if you watch this movie with that in mind then you will not be able to appreciate it fully.