STands out above the average comic book film. Worth a look see.

Rating: 8/10 (30 March 2007)

The acting performances were very acceptable for the most part, but the thing that made this film zing was direction by Len Weisman. The fast paced acting with the ever twisting plot line always leaves you wondering if someone told a joke and you were left out on the punch line. Beckinsale has a standout performance. I found Speedman a bit weak, but only in as much as his character was not brought into the center of things really until late in the film. Sheen was excellent as Lucian and Bill Nighy brought the right mix of slyness, compassion and betrayal as Viktor. If there was one performance than irritated me throughout it was Kraven. The use of The Hungarian setting was just perfect for the feel of Gothic meets modern called for in this story. I am waiting to enjoy the sequel, when I can get my hands on it. I rate this 8 out of 10.