X-men: Apocalypse (May 27)
It was tough for me to decide if this next mutant film can surpass that of two iconic DC superheroes fighting it out or not. Both films has its issues, and the only tidbit of hope I have for this film is that it spends some time in Ancient Egypt establishing En Sabah Nur’s rise to power as Apocalypse. I’m sure what Bryan Singer has in mind will put the movie Gods of Egypt to shame and while this segment of this film will no doubt be short, I’ll be sad.
I’m really having difficulty seeing other mutants take on the role of the four horsemen instead of what was previously presented in the comics (X-Factor) and animated series. Even tougher, being a fan of Psylocke before she became a ninja (not many people are going to remember the pink and purple armour she once wore), is to see Munn in the role. She has the heritage to pull off playing the role (her mother is of Chinese descent) but I wish she had more of an Asian look to convince me that she’s the ideal choice. If she adds a Britishness to the character as a nod to readers who have followed the character since her first appearance in Captain Britain #8 (Dec. 1976), then I’ll be happy. This character does not need to exhibit a Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon style of ferocity but it would help. Yes, Munn trained and she looks great in the costume, but she’s no Michelle Yeoh at her prime.
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