Second greatest comic book movie ever made.

Rating: 10/10 (16 July 2009)

I'm a comic-book nerd...(Just in case you wanna label me).
And this is probably the second greatest Comic book movie ever made; first being 'Batman Begins'. And the third if your wondering is Iron-Man.
The reason why this movie is so high up on my list, is because it concentrates on the origin story but at the same time keeps going....(If you understand what I'm babbling on about).
The story is simple. Bruce Banner is a scientist, whom when angered turns into the 'Incredible Hulk'; a creature of pure rage, and so the American Government look to harness this creature for their own benefit. Banner realising the sheer magnitude of this situation, goes on the run.
Ang Lee's version was disappointing with the 'Steroid-like-induced dogs'...But it wasn't that bad...(But it was bad).
This movie has a almost spine-tingling music that runs through it, from the television series. With 'real' actors, not models who look like comic book characters...I have new found respect for Edward Norton. He just fits the role of Banner brilliantly, Liv Tyler is sweet as Betty; while Tim Roth and William Hurt are great villains.
But the greatest asset of this comic book movie is the Hulk. He is visually stunning and much more menacing than Lee's attempt. The build up to Banner's change is handled magnificently as we, the audience feel Banners anger and rage as they 'beat him up', 'hurt his lover'...And then Hulk arrives....
And the build up to the arrival of Abomination is beautifully executed, its definitely well-worth the wait...Bringing two of Marvel's most monstrous creations to duel it out...His look is also terrifying to say the least when you catch the first glimpse of him on the big screen...
But the greatest aspect of this Comic Book Movie is the end fight...The greatest comic book fight, also considering that its all CGI...I love how Hulk break out of the ground and gets ready breaking a cop car and creating 'Boxing gloves', LOL.... And he say's the line that we've been waiting for 'HULK SMASH!!'.
Simply one word to describe this monster of a movie...Incredible.