I just saw Marvel's latest superhero movie Logan. I truly enjoyed it.
Do you really care about me?
But that doesn't mean everyone will like it.
If you are looking for mindless, soulless action and fun, this is NOT the movie for you.
If you are thinking of taking your kid to see this... think again. It is graphically violent with very inappropriate language. This movie earned its "R" rating.
Logan is not a "popcorn movie".
Don't get me wrong, when there are fight scenes, they are spectacular. Seeing the little girl fight is simply jaw dropping. However, there are fewer action sequences than in most good superhero moves.
In order to completely appreciate this movie, you have to truly care about the character Wolverine. I don't just mean you have to think he's cool or funny. You need to want to see what happens when he's not slicing, dicing and cracking jokes.
If you would like to know why a fierce killing machine is gently holding this tiny hand, this movie is for you.
Viewing this movie is like watching your favorite sports hero play his last game well after his prime. You want to see him dunk, hit a homer or run for touchdown... but in the end, maybe the best he can do is make a few unspectacular plays that help his team win. As you watch him, you think of the highlights of his (and perhaps your) youth. You look at him with appreciation rather than awe. Watching him stirs your emotions... just like this film.
I do care about the character of Wolverine. I did enjoy seeing him broken down and then grow emotionally. Because I care about the character and wanted to learn more about him, I was never bored for one second during the very long intervals between action sequences. The emotion is what kept me pinned to my seat in this one (as opposed to the action being the key factor for most super hero movies).
If this trailer gets you "choked up" then you already know you must see this movie.
So should you see Logan?
If you think you would enjoy watching a two hour love letter to the character of James Howlett, you should run out and see it today.
If you like the character of Wolverine and think you'd like to see one last chapter in his story, lower your expectations of action a bit and go see it... or wait to rent it.
If you are looking for a "popcorn movie" like The Avengers, perhaps you should wait for Netflix or skip it altogether.
Bonus!!!!
There is a really funny "R" rated trailer for the next Deadpool movie right before Logan. It was awesome!