Reviews for X2: X-Men United. “There's little zest, less grace and, particularly in the writing, no creative spark to ignite the imagination.” ―Wall Street Journal “The plotting seems dangerously self-interested, being concerned almost exclusively with the survival of the mutants themselves, and, behind the succulent effects, the tone is oddly hectoring.” ―New Yorker “This has set the standard very high for this Summer and it will be interesting to see what, if any films, can match its calibre.” ―Dark Horizons “Bigger and more ambitious in every respect, from its action and visceral qualities to its themes.” ―Variety “The emotional spectrum has widened, too, encompassing buoyant mirth and heroic tragedy.” ―Time Out “Bigger, brasher, sexier but much, much more confu