# X2 (2003)

> A persecuted mutant community must overcome internal divisions and an anti-mutant government conspiracy while Wolverine confronts the mystery of his past.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/22767

## Facts

- Runtime: 133 min
- Genres: Adventure, Action, Science Fiction
- Director: Bryan Singer
- Cast: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, James Marsden, Brian Cox, Famke Janssen, Halle Berry, Alan Cumming
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0290334/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: propulsive, earnest, tense, action movie night, superhero marathon

## Synopsis

A battle for survival unfolds as mutants face prejudice and government oppression.

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