Review:The X-Files

Last night I left my shallow world of poof chairs, laptops and beer to go view not one, but two movies. I watched The X-Files, as well as Mulan (those who know me, realize the significance of a new Disney Movie in my life *grin*). If there is demand, I'll post a review of Mulan (the short review, is it greatly exceeded my expectations. Very fun). In the meantime, Hit the link below to read my X-Files review.

We've been waiting a long time for this movie. We've been following Mulder and Sculley from one dark, flashlit basement to another. We slowly watched secrets unravel, to reveal more secrets. We've watched informants die, and theories rise and fall. And now, after 5 seasons, Chris Carter has given us a movie to reckon with.

The X-Files is an excellent film. The FX are mostly quite stunning. Seamless. Perfectly designed for their roles. The story is exciting, and will keep you on the edge of your seat for 2 hours. The downside, is that this story is really a big 2 hour episode, with better fx, cinamatography, some dirtier language, and a lot of answers.

You won't find the answers to all the mysteries, but you will find yourself excited to learn the truths that we've been guessing at for so many seasons.

The acting is excellent. Duchovney and Anderson fall into their roles as perfectly as ever. With Mulder's deadpan lines perfectly delivered, and his usual self deprecating humor sprinkled throughout, it's a joy to watch. Anderson seems much more like Season 3 and 4 than season 5 (obviously considering when the movie was filmed). She has funnier lines than usual. She looks wonderful. But, I'm completely in love with Gillian Anderson, so I'm amazingly biased.

The movie isn't perfect. Skinner is almost a Cameo, and The Lone Gunman only briefly appear. Each could have been expanded more, but it's not important- the real focus of the film is Mulder and Sculley.

Anyway, if you're a fan of the show, you probably have already seen the movie. If you like good movies, you definately should go see it. If you don't like the show, stay away, but if you're untainted, the movie will serve dual purpose: 2 hours of great entertainment, and it will definately prime your pump for season 6.