X-Men: The Last Stand

About X-Men: The Last Stand

X-Men: The Last Stand, released in 2006, is the third movie in the X-Men film series. Directed by Brett Ratner, it focuses on a "cure" that suppresses the mutant gene, provoking controversy in the mutant community. Magneto believes this cure will be used to exterminate the mutant race, and he rallies an army to attack the treatment facility and anyone who supports the cure. Meanwhile, the X-Men must deal with potential loss and betrayal within their own group as they try to stop Magneto's rampage.

Making / Production

This film was produced by Lauren Shuler Donner, Ralph Winter, and Avi Arad. It was a complex undertaking with extensive production design, special effects, and visual effects. The screenplay was written by Simon Kinberg and Zak Penn, and the film's production budget was approximately $210 million.

Actors

• Hugh Jackman as Wolverine: Jackman masterfully portrays the rugged and fiercely independent Wolverine, a critical role in the X-Men series.
• Halle Berry as Storm: Berry gives an electrifying performance as Storm, a powerful mutant who can control weather.
• Patrick Stewart as Professor Charles Xavier: Stewart, with his dignified and calm demeanor, excellently embodies the character of Professor X, the leader of the X-Men who advocates for peace between humans and mutants.
• Famke Janssen as Jean Grey / Phoenix: Janssen stunningly portrays the dual roles, capturing both the gentle nature of Jean Grey and the destructive force of Phoenix.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the first X-Men film to be released on Blu-Ray.
• It's the only movie in the X-Men series where Wolverine doesn't extend his claws in the first scene.
• The Golden Gate Bridge scene required around 400 people to accurately depict the sequence.

Quotes

• Wolverine: "I'm the best at what I do. But what I do isn't very nice."
• Professor Charles Xavier: "Just because someone stumbles and loses their way, doesn't mean they're lost forever."

Music, Soundtrack

• "20 Years Ago", composed by John Powell
• "Bathroom Titles", composed by John Powell