Too much "cuteness"

Rating: 5/10 (7 May 2004)

I must say I was really disappointed in this film. I can't say that it was a complete waste of time but it certainly wasn't what it could have been.
There were simply way too many attempts at "cuteness" in the movie. The little comedic moments occurred far too frequently and seemed forced. The frankenstein monster was more reminiscent of Young Frankenstein than of the monster of the classic sense. In fact, the opening scene of the movie made me think I was watching a Mel Brooks moment. The little window with the neon lights over the monsters heart would have been more appropriate in a Wizard of Oz remake.
Jackman did a respectable job and I thought Beckinsale delivered a good performance as well. Roxburgh unfortunately was one of the most unbelievable Draculas I've yet to see and Igor looked more like Nick Nolte's mug shot from his DUI.
What was up with Mr. Hyde? That was possibly the worst part of the film. Whoever thought a 10 foot tall Incredible Hulk clone was a good choice to model Mr. Hyde after should seriously be looking for a career change.
Okay, maybe I was wrong. Maybe it WAS a complete waste of time.