Let me answer this with a question of my own. Is there any movie franchise impossible to resurrect? Now, we all know that with the right gears set in motion there could very well be an X-men 4, but would it appease the fans. Before I share with you my ideas for a great mutant story let me share with you my own X-men movies experience. When the first movie came out I loved it. Although there were several changes from the comics it was still a brilliant adaptation. X-2 was a successful step up which left me reeling for more. Fast forward from there and we arrive on a clear night in May 26, 2006 the opening night of the third and thus far latest movie X-men The Last Stand. In the theater we find two superhero diehards (my cousin and I) waiting anxiously in their seats for time to turn over from 11:59. And yes one of these guys had dyed his hair black and had it done up by his aunt to look like wolverine, and yes that guy was me. I was shocked to see Cyclops die, especially so soon, and even more shocked to see Professor Xavier die. By the time Jean died I had pretty much figured that would be the case. Over time I have come to accept that this movie universe is vastly different from the original comics, and has it's own good qualities. I have to say though that in the future they can still do more to stick to the comics while creating a good movie. Now without further blabber, I present to you my plot ideas. In the last chaotic episode of X-men there were several mutants treated (willingly or unwillingly) with the cure. Among them was the ever-loving Rogue. In the comics there is an awesome plot line where all of the abilities of her past victims begin to manifest in her all at once. Rogue has always been one of my favorite characters among many great characters. Her struggles with having to withhold from touching other people is something that resonates with our heartstrings, and her strong southern will and attitude provide entertainment as well as inspiration. Anna Paquin has done a great job, but hasn't seen enough screen time for this character to fully develop. The way the movie ended with her being able to touch Bobby, and then Magneto being able to slightly move the chess piece leads me to believe that an idea like this may already be in the works. It works perfectly with the struggle we've seen Rogue go through, so far only in pieces.
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