Sure, the character foundations are shaky. Sure, the plot could have used a little more work. Sure, the special effects are inconsistent with some being only so-so while others are pretty spectacular. But this is what big, dumb popcorn movies are all about. Is anyone expecting anything else from “Transformers: Rise of the Fallen” or any other summer blockbuster?
Plus, if guys want to get out of seeing “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past” with their wives or girlfriends, they can always convince the ladies to go to “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” by reminding them that Hugh Jackman spends much of the film in various stages of undress.
Ultimately, “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” is like a Big Mac... not really good for you but decadently enjoyable.