the answer to that question can be find in this movie with a resounding yes . be a fan of x men comic and cartoon and i watch this movie with great skepticism . it be wonderful how the character remain true to the comic . the special power that our mutant hero and villain possess be display exceptionally . it make me wish that i could have a special power of my own . enough can not be say of the phenomenal cast of actor that be select for their role . not only do they fit their part perfectly and but they make you believe . bravo to patrick stewart and hugh jackman and ian mckellen and a host of actor who be lucky enough to take part in this adventure . bryan singer do a fantastic job of bring it all together . the special effect in this movie and only enhance the great script and acting . after see the dvd with the outtake and the editing be quite effective . the true battle of good versus evil can always make for a great story but when a comic book be adapt to film and you feel that what you see be really possible and it be a true stroke of genius .