A Bit Confusing But A Big F/X Treat

Rating: 8/10 (18 October 2006)

Special-effects were the drawing card when this came out at the end of the 20th century, and those effects were spectacular. They lived up to their billing.
Unfortunately, the story was a bit confusing for much of the two hours, a bit too secular-minded for me, although others have viewed this with Biblical analogies. I do think the script could have used some humor here and there. It took itself a little too seriously. That was especially true for the four main characters.
Nonetheless, because of the stylish visuals and effects, it entertained. I liked the monotone-speaking Hugo Weaver the best, or at least found him the most interesting. Lawrence Fishburne's character came in a close second in that regard.
Once again here's a movie that made you glad VHS tapes were being phased out in favor of sharper, widescreen transfers.