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X2
A propulsive, character-driven superhero ride that balances kinetic action with genuine emotional stakes and a somber undercurrent.
About 2003 film directed by Bryan Singer
Genres fantasy, action, science fiction, superhero, speculative fiction
Directed by Bryan Singer
Written by David Hayter, Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris
Starring Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Famke Janssen, Rebecca Romijn, Anna Paquin, James Marsden
Music John Ottman
Runtime 133 min
Country United States
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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