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- First reviewAugust 22, 2011
- Last reviewJanuary 23, 2012
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Another Great Chapter In The Underworld Mythology
PostedJanuary 23, 2012
BJBASS12
from Westchester, Illinois
I really loved this movie. But then I have loved all of the Underworld films. If you loved or liked the other films in the series, you will most likely be into this one. Kate is back as Selene (is she EVER!), and given the opportunity to take the character into new places. there are many new characters as well who are welcome additions into the Underworld mythology. My only disappointment was the stand in Michael Corvin. Perhaps the role was too small for Scott Speedman to consider reprising here (It IS very small; his presence is felt more than seen), but it would have been great to see him back. Without giving too much away, the ending does leave room for him to return in an Underworld 5, and I hope there is one. Great story, great action, and a pretty decent use of 3D. A Vampire and Werewolf movie that shows the other Vampire and Werewolf movies how it's done!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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A Great Entry in Conan Cinema...........
PostedAugust 22, 2011
BJBASS12
from Westchester, Illinois
I really like this movie. Was it perfect? No, it was not, but then no movie really ever is. Could it have been better? Yes, it could have, but then the same could be said for most films. There are two camps present here: 1) The faithful Robert E. Howard devotees, and Marvel Comics fans who want to see a dead on faithful adaptation of their hero. This is not going to happen. No movie studio is going to risk the expense of making such a film, as the audience draw beyond the passionate, vocal faithful, would more likely than not fail to justify that expense. A faithful spot on Robert E. Howard adaptation could be brilliant, but would NOT be wildly commercial. And, let's be honest, even the much loved Milius film with Arnold, though great, was NOT a faithful adaption, either. And 2) Those folks who know NOTHING of Conan or his world, and don't know what they want anyway. They just wait for the slagging off to start, and then they join in, because, hey, sheep need someone or something to follow. They will never be happy, anyway. Now to the actual film. I think Jason Mamoa was a great Conan, and the rest of the cast performed wonderfully as well. The story was concise and appropriate. This movie IS what it IS, and that doesn't make it bad, and if it's not your thing, go see another movie. It looks like a lot a hard work and sweat and passion went into this, and that should not be diminished by the opinion of someone who gets paid to watch movies and tell people what they thought of them, or people who chose to spend their money on a film they shouldn't have, and need to make a better choice next time. This film will be vindicated over time, because God only knows, it's getting a trashing that it doesn't even remotely deserve. I suggest going to see it on its own merits, check your expectations at the door,and just enjoy it for what it is, a well made action/adventure movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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