Unfortunately, the special effects vary from impressive to embarrassing, and some additional trimming at the story level might have helped elevate the metallurgical rating to steel status.
X-Men Origins - Wolverine (2009)
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Reviews Counted:247
Fresh:90
Rotten:157
Average Rating:5.1/10
Consensus: Though Hugh Jackman gives his all, he can't help X-Men Origins: Wolverine overcome a cliche-ridden script and familiar narrative.
Rated: PG-13 [See Full Rating]
Runtime: 1 hr. 47 min.
Genre: Action & Adventure, Mystery & Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy
Theatrical Release: May 1, 2009 Wide
Box Office: $179.7M
Synopsis: Wolverine lives a mutant life, seeks revenge against Victor Creed (who will later become Sabertooth) for the death of his girlfriend, and ultimately... [More]
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Danny Huston, Lynn Collins
Director: Gavin Hood
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October 15, 2009:
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October 14, 2009:
Gavin Hood Talks Wolverine; Possible Sequel
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September 18, 2009:
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