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Mystique has garnered praise for Romijn’s portrayal, often considered the definitive version on screen. Unlike Jennifer Lawrence's interpretation, which frequently strayed from the traditional depiction by minimizing her iconic blue skin and complex character traits, Romijn's Mystique truly embodied the character’s essence. The films crafted by Fox often ignored integral aspects of Mystique’s character, particularly her role as a mother to Nightcrawler and her conflicted ties with Magneto.