A Night Out at the Movies
It’s Thursday night, and I find myself at my local multiplex, eager to watch the highly anticipated horror film, Hereditary. As a fan of horror movies and Toni Collette, I couldn’t wait to see it. The movie was phenomenal, and the audience was fully immersed in the experience. As I made my way home, I couldn’t help but reflect on the film I had just seen.
As I listened to a movie-themed playlist on my phone, my thoughts unexpectedly shifted to one of my favorite movies from 2017: Logan.
Logan: The End of an Era
Logan marked the end of the X-Men franchise, which had its fair share of hits and misses. However, one thing that Fox got right from the beginning was the casting. Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine was nothing short of iconic, and he remained committed to the character for two decades, culminating in Logan.
The Emotional Impact of Logan
While I’m not one to get overly emotional during movies, Logan managed to break through my defenses. The funeral scene and Laura’s eulogy had me on the verge of tears, but it was the moment when Laura turned the makeshift crucifix into an ‘X’ that I completely lost it.
Even now, over a year later, that scene still has the power to bring me to tears. In fact, I don’t even have to watch the movie for the emotions to come flooding back. Just thinking about that final scene is enough to make me cry.
The Power of a Great Movie
What makes Logan a great movie is its ability to create characters that feel real and meaningful, despite being fictional. Their stories resonate with us and have a lasting impact, showcasing the power of cinema to touch our lives.
Now, I loved Hereditary. It’s a fantastic film that fans of the genre should definitely see. However, as great as it is, it doesn’t quite reach the emotional heights of Logan.
Then again, very few movies do.
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