X-MEN: VOLUME 4

By
TroyAnderson
– September 8, 2009Posted in: X

THE PLOT THUS FAR

The action reaches all new heights in Volume 4 of the landmark X-Men animated series. With adventures adapted directly from the original marvel comic books, this colletion is a rich piece of the X-Men legacy and a must have for every X-Man fan.

X-Men must join forces with the heroes of the future whan Apocalypse, a mighty mutant, is driven completely mad by his powers. Discuver the stunning conclusion to the 4-part epic Beyond Good and Evil in this sensational 14-episode set.

WHAT WE THOUGHT

The first disc contains the sagas “Proteus”, “Sanctuary” and “Beyond Good and Evil” on the first disc.  For the “Proteus” storyline, the Moira McTaggart and Professor X storylines often were deep in the comic books.  It would have been interesting if they had a storyline exploring Legion and Proteus but nevertheless, it was great to see Banshee in the episode.

As for “Sanctuary”, it was cool to see the Acolytes in animated format and to see a storyline that revolved around Fabian Cortez.  And “Beyond Good and Evil”, it was no surprise that we would get storylines based on Apocalypse, Mr. Sinister and Cable.  If anything, during this time, I’ve always wanted more Cable and Bishop related storylines and sure enough, these four episodes were it.

For the second disc, a lot of the episodes started to feature on a character as “The Lotus and the Steel” would take on Logan’s Japan roots and have him go against Silver Samurai, “Love and Vain” would be a more Rogue-driven episode, “Secrets, Not Long Buried” primarily focusing on Cyclops and “Xavier Remembers” a more Jean Grey episode.

The DVD comes with no special features. But, you get the last bit of Season 2 coupled with the entire third season. The episodes are all uncut and presented at a higher quality than initial broadcast. Throw on the extra X-Men push from the Marvel Collections and the recently release Wolverine movie for an X-Men bonanza. It’s a rental.


RELEASE DATE: 09/15/09

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