With Dark Phoenix set to blaze through theatres this weekend, it’s the perfect time to discuss all things X-Men. ET Canada’s Carlos Bustamante is joined by That Shelf’s Managing Editor Jason Gorber to break down the fierce women of the X-Men franchise. They discuss Sophie Turner’s Jean Grey, Mystique’s evolution, and the franchise’s history of churning out underdeveloped female characters.

To watch Jason’s Dark Phoenix video review, click here. And to check out more of That Shelf’s coverage click here.

Dark Phoenix synopsis:

Jean Grey begins to develop incredible powers that corrupt and turn her into a Dark Phoenix. Now the X-Men will have to decide if the life of a team member is worth more than all the people living in the world.

Dark Phoenix arrives in theatres Friday, June 07.