Back in 1999, Kid's WB brought 'Pokemon' to the big screen for the first time with "Pokemon the First Movie." The movie brought a lot to the table for the then ravenous crown of kids who loved Pokemon. This movie featured Mewtwo. In 1999 Mewtwo was the king of all Pokemon. Everyone wanted to get their hands on one this ultra rare Pokemon. Therefore there was no better option to base a film.
The movie starts with Mewtwo being created by scientists in a laboratory. As he gains consciousness, Mewtwo begins to question his purpose. Thus beginning a reign of terror on New Island and the world that would bring the greatest Pokemon trainers to battle it out to stop Mewtwo before it was too late.
Although thoroughly predictable, "Mewtwo Strikes Back" was an incredible story for a children's anime series. The film brought Pokemon to the screen that made even teenagers salivate. The elusive Mew, still as rare today as it was back then, brought a shroud of mystery to the film.
I can't compare "Mewtwo Strikes Back" to most films released to today's standard because it has a very specific fan base. When stacked up to the other films in it's franchise "Mewtwo Strikes Back" is really awesome although not the best the franchise has delivered.
Competitive Moment
Mewtwo is a Pokemon that was in a league of it's own when generation one was at it's peak. However that was short lived as generation two brought dark-type Pokemon into the mix. Not only is Mewtwo frail but it needs to be pretty fast to be the special sweeper that it needs to be.
Mew is another story. He has one thing major going for him, he can learn any move. Although he isn't invincible he can definitely hold his own in competitive play, the problem would be trying to get your hands on one. Nintendo doesn't spend a lot of time offering this rare gem on the table.
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