Not to be taken too seriously

Rating: Null/10 (7 May 2004)

Okay, most people are giving this movie a good floggin, and not with out some reason. However, one thing to keep in mind before seeing this movie (which I recommend) is to get into it. Yes, the storyline is scattered and yes the characters are lacking a little development (mainly Van Helsing)but there is a sense of fun that can be captured form a movie that has so many classic enemies. One thing many people don't recognize is the spoofs throughout the film. I believe they were put in on purpose, not to make the film "cool", but for the sake of fun and humour and to establish the excitement that comes with an action film. I found myself laughing quite a bit, that might just be me, but there is humour to be found. I think that the film makers were trying a Pirates of the Caribbean type thing, only without as much success. Aside from that I failed to notice the terrible CGI's others have mentioned and I quite enjoyed Mr. Jackman...half naked. Ahem...enough said