I wasn't expecting this...

Rating: 8/10 (8 May 2005)

I had never really watched Kate Beckinsale preform in movies, because I had stuck to the basic Angelina Jolie and Ben Affleck movies. So breaking out of my shell of movies was much more enlightening then anything else and I came out happy that I had seen the movie. My friend suggested it to me and I was hesitant because all the other vampire movies with werewolves had disappointed me. I was wrong on this one. I have to say, it will never be Oscar material but if you want a wild ride and non-stop action, this is your movie. Kate Beckinsale delivers a stunning performance as Selene, a beautiful but deadly vampire who inevitably falls in love with the handsome mortal-turning werewolf. She brings a individualistic style to the movie that portrays our leading lady can kick ass like any other guy. And her stunts are all her own. That was very good to see that she gained some recognition for doing her own stunts. Most actors wouldn't want to. With awesome visuals that blow a lot of vampire movies out of the water, acting with a wide variety of actors (I.E. Scott Speedman, Bill Nighy) it was good they all had something to go for. Each character was delivered and brought their own emotional conduct to the movie's set. I thought that was very cool.
Over all I give it a *** out of ****