2017 ] — Logan - The Wolverine

Mangold drew heavy inspiration from classic Westerns like Shane (1953) and Unforgiven (1992). This influence is visible in:

Logan broke the "superhero fatigue" mold and proved that comic book movies could be high-standard cinema. Logan - The Wolverine 2017 ]

Logan’s healing factor is failing, leaving him scarred, poisoned, and in constant pain. Mangold drew heavy inspiration from classic Westerns like

The "dying breed" archetype—heroes who no longer have a place in a changing world. 🧬 The Introduction of X-23 leaving him scarred