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One of the most universally liked parts of the film is the opening sequence showing Logan and Victor fighting together through various historical wars. Many fans feel the entire movie should have maintained this tone.

The film is infamous for its treatment of Wade Wilson (Deadpool). Fans heavily criticized the decision to "sew his mouth shut" and turn him into a silent, unrecognizable final boss, a move even future Deadpool films would mock.

Reviews of are notoriously polarized, generally falling into two camps: those who see it as a flawed but fun action flick and those who view it as a major disappointment that "butchered" iconic characters. Critics and fans alike often highlight that while Hugh Jackman remains excellent in the title role, the film suffers from poor writing and inconsistent CGI. Popular Perspectives

Interestingly, the tie-in video game is often cited as being superior to the movie itself. Reviewers at Den of Geek and elsewhere frequently call it a "masterpiece" for its brutal, M-rated combat that more accurately reflects the character's nature.