The explosive
X-Men motion picture trilogy officially draws to a close with this release that finds
Rush Hour director
Brett Ratner stepping in for
Bryan Singer to tell the tale of a newly discovered mutant "cure," and the polarizing effect it has on mutant/man relations. With the pressure on mutants to give up their powers and pledge alliance with the human race reaching a critical turning point, Professor Charles Xavier (
Patrick Stewart) urges tolerance and understanding as his nemesis Magneto (
Ian McKellen) gathers a powerful resistance in preparation for the ultimate war against humankind.
Hugh Jackman,
Halle Berry,
Anna Paquin, and
James Marsden return to reprise the roles they played in the previous two
X-Men films, with
Kelsey Grammer and
Vinnie Jones joining the cast as Beast and Juggernaut respectively. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide