This is a warning; I'm already a fan.

Rating: 10/10 (12 July 2008)

Yup I saw it opening day. If you're not already into Hellboy and just want someone to summarize this then here goes; you know those movies of the fantasy genre that could be really awesome but end up falling flat? This movie and the one before it got the formula right. It's got that goofy humor in it but it isn't unbearable or out of character, it has more action than the last but it doesn't bog down the story and it doesn't make you dizzy, in fact the choreography is beautiful without being obsessed with style (a fine line in my opinion) and it really does take you to that realm of Guillermo/Mignola creativity that I love. The CGI doesn't jump into your face and scream "I'm FAKE" in fact the thought never crossed my mind (bravo CG team). I also feel the need to mention that you care about the characters. Maybe it's just me but I'm seeing less and less of that in film these days; I think movie makers are starting to assume their audiences will just side with the protagonist because they said so but the empathy felt towards the inhuman characters especially (even the less important ones) is appreciated. I'm excited to see where this series takes us next. In the mean time I hope you take my recommendation and enjoy yourself.